Coffee Culture. Coffee Gear. Coffee Know-How.
Coffee Semantics‘ in-depth, researched guides offer the info you need – pros, cons, pricing & more – to help you choose the best beans & coffee brewing gear.
Our latest coffee & gear guides
Nine Best Coffee Grinder For Moka Pots! Electric And Manual Models Reviewed
You need the best grinder for Moka pot in order to brew a rich, dark brew that won’t be overly bitter or under-extracted. Read this to see which model is best for you and your needs.
Mastrena Coffee Machine/Why You Shouldn’t Buy One. 5 Best Alternatives You Can Buy
The mastrena coffee machine is a commercial model used by Starbucks. You may be able to buy an older model, but there are many reasons not to. Read to see why
Can you use heavy whipping cream in coffee? Why You Should Start Doing This.
Can you use heavy whipping cream in coffee to enhance your beverage’s overall flavor, texture, and body? Yes! But you have to know how to use it and how much.
The 5 Best Battery Operated Coffee Maker That Brew Quality Espresso Or Java
If you’re hiking or camping, and want an espresso or cup of coffee, a battery-operated coffee maker will brew a quality cup, but only if you pick the right one.
Explore All Coffee Semantics Articles & Guides
Which machines brew the best coffee & espresso?
Want a perfect cup? Start with the best beans. We’ll help!
Could there be a grind you’d actually look forward to?
Elevate your perfect cup to a perfect experience.
Jamie relaxing with his favorite brew.
Meet Jamie
Lead Author / Certified Coffee Addict
Jamie’s long, tumultuous love affair with coffee started before he could even pronounce the word.
When his mom refused to add a shot of espresso to his sippy cup – or even froth the milk – Jamie vowed that one day…
Okay, okay – none of that is actually true. Jamie just loves coffee. Good coffee. He knows a thing or two about how to brew it, and he’s working on certification that’ll make his “Coffee Geek” status official.
This site is Jamie’s attempt to share what he’s learned with other coffee lovers (and possibly recoup/justify some of the $ he spends on coffee gear).
I was taken by the power that savoring a simple cup of coffee can have to connect people and create community.
— Howard Schultz