Barista Blog


I’ve been writing about java since 2008 and love sharing my passion for a good brew with you. From its humble beginnings as a small blog about making coffee with a French press, Coffeeness has grown into the largest German website about joe. And that's all thanks to you!

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23 February 2026

What Is a Cuccuma? The Coffee Pot That Jumpstarted Italy’s Brewing Heritage

While most coffee lovers know all about French presses and moka pots, the cuccuma remains one of Italy's best-kept brewing secrets. This humble yet ingenious Neapolitan coffee pot holds centuries [...]

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20 February 2026

Lelit Mara X vs Rocket Appartamento: Which Machine Is Best for You?

If you're searching for the best prosumer espresso machine, it's likely you will have stumbled across the Lelit Mara X vs Rocket Appartamento debate. From what I've seen online, there's [...]

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20 February 2026

Philippines Coffee: An Unlikely Success Story

Philippines coffee is one of the world's best-kept secrets. Long before the third wave, farmers here were cultivating some of the world's most distinctive coffee varieties.  So, what's the story [...]

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16. February 2026

Best Gifts for Coffee Lovers: Our Top 20 Picks

Valentine’s Day is coming up fast, and I just love any excuse to buy some gifts for the coffee lover in my life: me! All jokes aside, it’s always a [...]

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15. February 2026

Best Siphon Coffee Makers: Unleash Your Inner Mad Scientist!

Vacuum coffee makers are pretty old-fashioned, but they're still around for a reason. If you're looking for a brew method that's interesting and unique, check out my guide to the [...]

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10 February 2026

Best Philips Espresso Machine in 2026: My Top 8 Picks

Choosing the best Philips espresso machine is no easy task. I mean, this powerhouse manufacturer has so many fantastic options on the market. With that in mind, I've taken it [...]

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7 February 2026

Coffee in China: Not What You’d Expect!

"Coffee in China" isn't a phrase you'd expect connoisseurs to even consider, let alone rave about. However, the Middle Kingdom is cultivating some of the most exciting beans on the [...]

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6 February 2026

Best Miele Coffee Machine: My Top Picks

When I sat down to write this best Miele coffee machine guide, I had to check that the manufacturer was still in business. This premium German household appliance brand seems [...]

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25 January 2026

Congolese Coffee: A Journey From Conflict to Flavor

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is Africa's most misunderstood origin. Congolese coffee, particularly from the Kivu region, offers a complexity and brightness so unique that it mimics the colorful [...]

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25 January 2026

Puerto Rican Coffee: North America’s Lesser Known Origin Story

When most people think of island coffee, Hawaiian, Jamaican and Cuban coffee immediately come to mind. But did you know that Puerto Rican coffee is just as good? This American [...]

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22 January 2026

Working for Coffee: The Time it Takes to Afford a Cup of Joe

We can all agree on the fact that coffee prices haven't been going down lately. Indeed, like everything else, it feels like that daily caffeinated treat just keeps getting more [...]

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19 January 2026

Nicaragua Coffee: Why It Deserves Your Attention

When most people think of Central American coffee, they probably think of a floral Panama Geisha or a nutty Guatemalan. But let me put you onto something lesser-known and just [...]

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16 January 2026

LAP Coffee: Something to Celebrate or the Demise of the Coffee Industry?

Am I the only one who doesn't quite understand all the fuss about LAP Coffee? The Berlin-based coffee startup with its blue and white micro-shops is currently being thoroughly analyzed [...]

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16 January 2026

Best Programmable Coffee Makers: My Top 7 Picks

I'd be willing to bet that plenty of you are on the lookout for the best programmable coffee maker. After all, last time I checked, today's pace of life isn't [...]

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15 January 2026

History of the Espresso Machine: How Italy Turned Coffee Into an Extreme Sport

The history of the espresso machine is a tale of speed, pressure and the very Italian conviction that if something is worth doing, it's worth doing to perfection. Without the [...]