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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29 March 2024

What Is a Coffee Nap? It’s Not as Crazy as It Sounds!

Even if some lifestyle sites claim otherwise, coffee and sleep are mutually exclusive. This is because the activating alkaloid caffeine occupies the adenosine receptors in the brain, which are actually [...]

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27 March 2024

Is Decaf Coffee Bad For You? Examining the Evidence

Decaffeinated coffee is pretty much the same as gluten-free bread or vegan food: suddenly everyone is into it because decaffeinated beans are supposedly healthier than their caffeinated cousins. But is [...]

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26 March 2024

Collagen in Coffee: Has the World Gone Mad?

Honestly, the existence of collagen in coffee shouldn't surprise me. I mean, a society that expects more fitness and power from coffee with protein powder also deserves to be sold [...]

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25 March 2024

What Is a Frappe? From Greece With Love!

Unless you've been to Greece, or practically live to taste coffee, you may find yourself asking, "What is a frappe?" I spend a lot of time in Cyprus and the [...]

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24 March 2024

Coffee and Climate Change: A Dangerous Pairing

I take the relationship between coffee and climate change very seriously.  As an agricultural product that relies on healthy and stable soils, ecosystems and climates, coffee is no stranger to [...]

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24 March 2024

What Is Fermented Coffee? Passing Fad or Bold New Trend?

Ever heard of fermented coffee? Now, I know what you're thinking: coffee's already fermented, so why mess with a good thing? Well, fermented coffee beans are a trend that's here [...]

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24 March 2024

What Is Anaerobic Coffee? A Bit of Sparkle and Funk in Your Cup

Anaerobic, double anaerobic, bio innovation, carbonic maceration, lactic process – these days there are so many names for experimental coffee processing that it’s hard to keep up! Today, I’ll just [...]

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23. March 2024

How to Make Cold Brew Coffee (With Tips and Fresh Ideas)

Summer, winter, blizzard or heat wave: I drink cold brew in any weather. Cold brewed coffee is one of the most durable trends of recent years and there are many [...]

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19 March 2024

How to Taste Coffee Like a Pro

It’ll come as no surprise to you that tasting coffee is my all-time favorite part of being in the coffee world. In some ways, learning how to taste coffee is [...]

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19 March 2024

What Is Single Origin Coffee? Discover the Magic!

Alright, buckle up, coffee lovers! Today, I'll take you on a journey, exploring the answers to, "What is single-origin coffee?" Picture this: it's early morning and you've just ordered a [...]

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14 March 2024

Papua New Guinea Coffee: Sip, Savor and Experience the Richness!

Is there such a thing as Papua New Guinea coffee? You may very well ask that! As it happens, this island nation in the middle of the Pacific Ocean does [...]

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9 March 2024

What Is Protein Coffee? Do You Really Need to Know?

As soon as I think I know every stupid coffee drink recipe or trendy drink, some Instagram or TikTok account comes around the corner with a new idea that tastes [...]

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9 March 2024

Conical vs Flat Burr Grinders: Is There a Clear Winner?

Oh, boy. I’ve been dreading writing this article about conical vs flat burr grinders. It’s such a touchy subject that I know choosing a definitive "best" burr type is going [...]

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8 March 2024

Caffeine and Exercise: What Does Science Say?

My passion for sports and fitness is at least as great as my passion for coffee and reviewing coffee gear. And as it happens, there is a close connection between [...]

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7 March 2024

Espresso Martini Recipe: Dark, Intriguing and Coffeelicious!

Craving the perfect caffeinated pick-me-up and wind-me-down in a single glass? Why, say hello to my espresso martini recipe! This dark, alluring cocktail, full of delicious flavors and aromas, blends [...]