ALL THINGS COFFEE

MAKING COFFEE SIMPLE – HISTORY, TIPS & ADVICE

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COFFEE

Learn more about coffee. Where it came from, how its made and what's happening in the current coffee scene.

COFFEE PRESSES

Our favourite types of coffee presses and their reviews.
The most simple machines creating the most delicious coffee across Australia

COFFEE MACHINES

There's so many in the market. Which one should you trust? Read to see why we love some and don't like others.

COFFEE BEANS

The base of any coffee is the beans. You can have an incredible machine, be the best barista but without good beans, your coffee won't be as good.

COFFEE ACCESSORIES

So many little gadgets and things that help us make a great coffee. We are listing some of our favourites.

FOR ALL COFFEE LOVERS

I’m Nikki, and I run a blog dedicated to all things coffee.

I love everything about coffee: the beans, the machines, presses, and accessories. When I started my blog in 2012 it was just for me—a place where I could share my thoughts on coffee with others who felt as passionately about it as I did.

It makes me so happy to know that there are more and more of us out there interested in sharing our passion for one of life’s greatest pleasures: great-tasting coffee.

My favourite coffee drink is a Cappuccino, made with organic milk and served in a glass cup. I also love drinking good filter coffee when I’m in the mood for something classic and simple. 

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HISTORY OF COFFEE

The first official mention of coffee was found in documents from the 9th century, and since then, coffee has become a part of daily life around the world.

No one knows for sure where coffee originated, with conflicting stories coming from Ethiopia and Yemen. However, one apocryphal tale speculates that Ethiopia is the birthplace of this beloved bean, and that coffee lovers and caffeine addicts can thank a 9th century goat herder named Kaldi for discovering coffee’s power. While tending his goats, he noticed them becoming hyperactive after eating berries from a certain bush. Legend has it that he tried some himself and was amazed by the effects—hence the discovery of coffee.

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What’s Piccolo Coffee?

The piccolo latte coffee is becoming an increasingly popular coffee drink—and is the little brother to the ever-popular latte, which is made from espresso, steamed

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How did coffee get to Australia?

Although people around the world had been drinking coffee since the 15th century, it didn’t reach Australia until much later. While some European explorers made their way to our shores with coffee on board, it wasn’t until the 1930s when Italian immigrants brought espresso with them that the green shoots of Australian’s coffee culture began to grow and develop its own unique take on coffee. The flat white is widely regarded to have Aussie origins, although Kiwis and Brits may dispute this!

COFFEE BEANS

How did coffee get to Australia?

In 1933 Hungarian-Italian Francesco Illy invented the first automatic coffee machine that substituted pressurized water for steam. The Illetta became the predecessor of today’s espresso machine.

The first machines were steam-driven devices that could make a single cup of espresso at a time, but modern coffee machines are much more advanced and can produce a variety of espresso-based drinks with ease. Recent innovations include the ability to control grind size and temperature, as well as automatically frothing milk for cappuccinos and lattes. We can also enjoy programmable features such as one-touch programming and customizable drink sizes, allowing us to enjoy our favorite cup of coffee exactly how they like it.

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The love Australians have for coffee is unmatched

Australians are passionate about their coffee, with more than 70% of the population drinking coffee daily. From cafes to coffee carts, Australians take their love for coffee to every corner of the country.

Coffee is also a huge part of Australia’s culture and it has become an integral part of socializing, with friends often meeting up for a cup of coffee or enjoying a relaxing latte on a sunny day.

The amount of specialty shops in the country has grown significantly, providing locals with access to gourmet-style coffees from around the world. The popularity of coffee in Australia has also had an effect on its economy as many businesses rely on this beverage as a primary source of income.

Australian baristas are highly skilled, creating magnificent drinks that have become renowned across the globe. 

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