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Latest from RoastPlanCaffeine Content by Brew Method: Same 18 g, Two Very Different Numbers
Brew 18 g of coffee as espresso and you get about 110 mg of caffeine. Brew it as a pour over and you get about 170 mg. Here's the per-gram rule, and what roast, ratio and steep time really change.
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Should You Freeze Coffee Beans? What the Research Actually Says
The research says freezing slows coffee degradation by 12.5x. But before you reach for the freezer, there's a free hack involving a piece of tape that most people skip.
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How to Pick Coffee Beans by Taste Preference: A No-Jargon Guide
Most flavor guides start from coffee jargon. This one starts from what you already like to eat, then maps it to the roast, origin, and process settings that get you the coffee you actually want.
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How Long Do Coffee Beans Stay Fresh? A Day-by-Day Guide
Most coffee is already past peak when you buy it. Use our day-by-day freshness timeline, bloom test, and grocery-label decoder to stop brewing stale beans.
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The Real Cost of Your Coffee Habit in Canada (2026)
A daily specialty latte in Canada now clears $2,500 a year. A roaster breaks down the real cost per cup for cafe, home brew, and subscription coffee.
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A Letter from Our Roastery: We Just Started Shipping Coffee Across Canada
What changed, what did not, and how freshly roasted RoastPlan coffee now reaches customers across Canada.
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The Gong Fu Hario Switch Recipe: Worth the Hype?
We tested the three-stage Switch recipe to see what it changes in the cup and whether it is worth adding to your routine.
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Thoughts on the Nespresso Professional Steamer Pro? Comparison with Morning Dream Milk Steamer
Our hands-on take on the Steamer Pro, how it compares with the Morning Dream, and who each machine is really for.
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How to Make the Perfect Affogato: Italy’s Coolest Coffee Dessert for Hot Days
A simple affogato with the right coffee-to-gelato balance, ready in a few minutes.
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Rosemary Espresso Spritz: Refreshing Iced Coffee Recipe
Espresso, rosemary, citrus, and sparkling water come together in a refreshing warm-weather coffee.
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