How to make cold brew coffee like a pro

If you've ordered iced coffees from a handful of coffee shops, you may notice they taste entirely different, even if they're made with a similar roast of bean. That's because there are several methods baristas use to make iced coffee, ranging from drip to Japanese pour-over to cold brew and many others. Each technique results in a different level of acidity, which can dramatically affect the flavor. Read this story to learn about the techniques and their outcomes, and you may have better luck finding the perfect cup of refreshing iced coffee this summer.

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The best tools for making cold brew at home

The coffee market abounds with several kinds of gadgets to cold-brew coffee at home, but what are the best ones? We figured there was no one better to ask than the people who make cold-brew coffee for a living.

Your coffee maker is a breeding ground for mold and germs. Here's how to clean it.

Coffee makers are among the germiest objects in the house. That’s because coffee reservoirs are warm, moist environments, which makes them an ideal breeding ground for mold and yeast. Want to enjoy that cup of coffee with peace of mind? Here’s the best way to clean your coffee maker.

Bryan Ford will make you think twice before eating a croissant

The Afro-Honduran baker gets candid about his heritage, being the target of racial slurs and his frustration with European baked goods (yes, including croissants).

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