Chronicles

Glass of dark coffee extract beside an open handheld refractometer with a drop of coffee on the prism, on a plain light background

What Is Brix, and Why Does It Matter in Coffee?

Brix measures how much of the bean actually ends up in your cup, and why that number matters for consistency.

What Is Brix, and Why Does It Matter in Coffee?

Brix measures how much of the bean actually ends up in your cup, and why that number matters for consistency.

Cold Brew Tonic and Tea Spritz mocktails

Mocktail Hour: Cold Brew Tonic and a Tea Spritz

Not every evening drink needs alcohol. These two non-alcoholic drinks are bright, refreshing and a bit unexpected.

Mocktail Hour: Cold Brew Tonic and a Tea Spritz

Not every evening drink needs alcohol. These two non-alcoholic drinks are bright, refreshing and a bit unexpected.

Coffee granita with coffee ice cubes

Coffee Granita and Coffee Ice Cubes

Two very simple ideas for hot days: a fluffy Sicilian coffee granita and coffee ice cubes that keep your iced coffee from going watery.

Coffee Granita and Coffee Ice Cubes

Two very simple ideas for hot days: a fluffy Sicilian coffee granita and coffee ice cubes that keep your iced coffee from going watery.

Espresso martini in a coupe glass

The Two-Minute Espresso Martini (No Machine Nee...

A quick, consistent espresso martini made with cold coffee extract — no machine needed.

The Two-Minute Espresso Martini (No Machine Nee...

A quick, consistent espresso martini made with cold coffee extract — no machine needed.

Affogato with vanilla gelato and coffee

Affogato, Three Ways

Three simple affogato variations, from classic to salted caramel to green tea.

Affogato, Three Ways

Three simple affogato variations, from classic to salted caramel to green tea.

Grilled steak with coffee crust

Coffee in the Savoury Kitchen: Coffee-Rubbed Steak

Coffee adds depth and a dark crust to grilled meat — a simple marinade for steak and more.

Coffee in the Savoury Kitchen: Coffee-Rubbed Steak

Coffee adds depth and a dark crust to grilled meat — a simple marinade for steak and more.