Coffee degassing: why wait before brewing it?

Discover why degassing coffee after roasting is essential: the role of CO2, the ideal resting time, and tips for optimal extraction.

Published on June 24, 2026CoffeeGeek10 min read

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Guides & Tutorials

F1 Hybrids: Disease-Resistant Coffee Varieties

Discover the F1 hybrids (Catimor, Sarchimor, Centroamericano) that reconcile disease resistance with cup quality for the future of specialty coffee.

Published on June 22, 2026CoffeeGeek6 min read

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Guides & Tutorials

First crack, second crack: what happens inside the bean?

First crack and second crack: discover these two key moments in roasting that define the taste of your coffee. Clear explanations and method.

Published on June 19, 2026CoffeeGeek8 min read

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Guides & Tutorials

Coffee leaf rust: a global threat to your plantations

Coffee leaf rust has been devastating coffee plants for 150 years. Origins, spread, economic losses, and concrete solutions to protect your production.

Published on June 17, 2026CoffeeGeek7 min read

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News

Bitter-tasting coffee: the 5 most common causes

Coffee too bitter despite quality beans? Discover the 5 common causes and how to easily fix them to get a balanced cup back.

Published on June 15, 2026CoffeeGeek8 min read

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Guides & Tutorials

Timemore Basic 3.0: the most responsive coffee scale on the market

Timemore Basic 3.0: ultra-fast tare, pour-over and espresso modes, real-time flow rate tracking. Review after several weeks of daily use.

Published on June 14, 2026CoffeeGeek7 min read

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Timemore PUCKS: Is the 3-in-1 Espresso Set Worth €209?

Timemore PUCKS tested: calibrated tamper, distributor, and orbital WDT tool in a €209 set. Does Timemore deliver on quality?

Published on June 13, 2026CoffeeGeek7 min read

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History of instant coffee: a global innovation

From 1901 to today, trace the history of instant coffee: industrial innovation, freeze-drying, and artisanal renaissance. A little-known revolution.

Published on June 13, 2026CoffeeGeek6 min read

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History & Culture

Kaldi the shepherd: the legend that changed the world

Kaldi, an Ethiopian shepherd and legendary discoverer of coffee: a look back at the founding myth of a drink that transformed the history of humanity.

Published on June 12, 2026CoffeeGeek6 min read

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History & Culture

xBloom Studio: Full Review of the Pour-Over Machine

Discover our complete review of the xBloom Studio, an all-in-one automatic coffee machine combining grinder, scale, and brewer. With its 80 grind settings and three brewing modes, it promises specialty coffee worthy of a barista.

Published on April 3, 2026CoffeeGeek14 min read

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Pour Over