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Why Coffee Puffs Up: The Bloom, Explained
What the bloom actually is, why fresh coffee releases CO2, and how a 30 to 45 second pause makes your pour-over taste better.
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Why I Brew My Iced Coffee Hot
Flash brew makes bright, aromatic iced coffee in about four minutes by brewing hot straight onto ice. Here is how to do it on a Clever Dripper.
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The Afternoon Switch: Why I Trade Coffee for Tea After Two
Caffeine has a long half-life, which is why the afternoon cup can cost you sleep. A look at the science, and the case for an afternoon tea break.
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