Barista Blog

Coffeeness is a blog about the fine art of the bean.


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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29. October 2025

Best Cappuccino Cups: Our Top 5 Picks

Whatever the season, it’s always the perfect time to upgrade your home coffee bar. And in my opinion, the best cappuccino cups always help make your hand-crafted cappuccino shine. Besides, [...]

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29. October 2025

5 Best Latte Cups: Our Top Picks for Latte Art

Seeing as more and more folks are discovering the joys of owning a home espresso machine, I figured it was high time for a guide to the best latte cups. [...]

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29. October 2025

Best Non Dairy Milk for Frothing: Is There a Winner?

What's the best non dairy milk for frothing? Can you make latte art using oat, soy or almond milk? In this post I'll tell you everything you need to know [...]

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22. October 2025

Best Gaggia Espresso Machine: 8 to Choose From!

Choosing the best Gaggia espresso machines doesn't have to be hard. Especially when I've done all the hard work for you! I've put together a list of the 10 best [...]

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17 October 2025

7 Best Lelit Espresso Machines: A Complete Guide for Coffee Enthusiasts

If you're thinking about upgrading your home coffee bar setup, this guide to the best Lelit espresso machines is for you. While Lelit is somewhat overshadowed by more well-known manufacturers [...]

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12 October 2025

Best Espresso Machine With Grinder 2025: Top 5 Picks for Fresh Brews Bursting With Flavor

I've been meaning to write a best espresso machine with grinder guide for quite some time. After all, these so-called hybrid espresso machines are hard to resist. I mean, what [...]

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4 October 2025

Espresso Romano: Coffee’s Most Refreshing Controversy

Coffee goes surprisingly well with just about anything. Some ingredients, like chocolate in the marocchino and mocha, make for a match made in heaven, while others (ergo citrus in the [...]

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26. August 2025

The Most Popular Coffee Drink Searches: Comparing Data for Countries Worldwide

Coffee is a global delight that’s enjoyed by multiple cultures in many forms. Some like it sharp, bitter and strong while others prefer mellower, creamier, frothier variations. We studied several [...]

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20. August 2025

How to Buy the Best Coffee Filter: Paper, Reusable and Does Size Really Matter?

There are many ways to filter coffee. You can choose between paper or reusable coffee filters, as well as a variety of brewing methods. In this article, you'll find out [...]

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8 July 2025

What Is the Cup of Excellence? The World’s Most Prestigious Coffee Competition Explained

Have you ever sipped on a cup of coffee and it was just … different? You might just have been enjoying a Cup of Excellence coffee. If you've never heard [...]

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24 June 2025

Homemade Coffee Syrup Recipes: My 5 Sweetest Ideas!

Personally, I'm on the pure coffee team. Good beans, the ideal grind setting, the correct brewing temperature, that's it. Still, I know that others have different tastes, which is why [...]

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10 May 2025

The Ultimate White Russian Recipe: Cheers Dude!

The White Russian is a classic cocktail with a few twists, and it's anything but "skinny." After all, the combination of vodka, coffee liqueur and cream really packs a gut [...]

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10 May 2025

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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24 April 2025

How to Become a Coffee Roaster in 2025: Learn All the Secrets and Start a Coffee Roasting Business

Ever been in a coffee shop experiencing that signature fresh-roasted-bean aroma, thinking to yourself, "I bet I could do this?" If you're wondering how to become a coffee roaster, I'm [...]

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19. April 2025

Best Espresso Machine Under $1000: Our Top Picks

If you're looking for the best espresso machine under $1000, you're in luck. As it happens, this is the sweet spot in terms of price-performance ratio for home espresso makers. [...]