A Beginner's Guide to Coffee Culture

Coffee is an overwhelmingly popular way to begin the day.  Prepared from roasted coffee beans, ground and then brewed with near-boiling water to produce the beverage known as coffee. Containing caffeine, a stimulant that so many of us enjoy throughout the day to boost focus and alertness. Coffee may have health benefits, however, it is important to savor it's goodness in moderation, aware of any potential side effects, including insomnia, anxiety, heartburn, or irritating the stomach. Make every day a coffee day with a beginner's guide to coffee culture.

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A Beginner's Guide to Coffee Culture

Coffee flavors are available in a complete spectrum ranging from the strong espresso to decaffeinated varieties. Here is an introduction to few popular selections in modern coffee culture.

Espresso 

Enjoy the bold flavor of an espresso, a strong, concentrated coffee specially brewed by forcing boiling water through finely-ground coffee beans. It is the base for many other coffee drinks, such as lattes and cappuccinos. Traditionally slightly thicker in consistency than regular coffee, espresso is served in a small serving as a shot with as much caffeine as an average coffee cup.

Americano 

Sipping a steaming hot americano coffee is brewed as an espresso diluted with additional hot water. Caffé americano (it's Italian) is a wise choice if drinking espresso is too strong for your preference. Coffee flavor from an americano is not the same as traditionally brewed coffee, as the strong flavor varies according to the number of shots of espresso and amount of water added to the serving.

Latte 

Trendy and delicious, a latte is crafted from an espresso coffee with steamed milk, covered with a layer of foamed milk on top. Sipping on a latte is an ideal choice if you prefer to drink a creamy, flavorful cup of coffee.

Cappuccino 

Beginning with an espresso, add in a little bit of steamed milk with a frothy layer of foamed milk on top and your cappuccino is ready for you to enjoy. Similar to a latte, a cappuccino is made with a thicker, topping of foam added to your preference.

Mocha 

My personal favorite, a mocha is a latte swirled with chocolate syrup or powder. For anyone savoring the combination of chocolate and coffee, the gourmet flavor of a mocha coffee is a true delight.

Caramel Macchiato 

For a tasty caramel macchiato, begin with an espresso which is added to milk, rather than milk being added to the espresso. Sweet and creamy, caramel syrup and a layer of foamed milk on top create a wonderful blend.

Frappuccino 

Refreshing, frosty and sweet, a frappuccino is a blended coffee drink made with ice, milk, and coffee syrup topped with whipped cream and or spices.

Central Perk Coffee Company

What type of coffee are you ready to brew on your own at home? Prepare your own gourmet-style or traditional coffee at home with Central Perk Coffee Company. Themed after NYC's beloved, FRIENDS TV series, their artisanal line of quality coffees are made with the highest quality premium Arabica beans. to be delivered to you. We're excited to be among the first to announce the location of Central Perk Coffee Co.’s very first coffeehouse at 205 Newbury Street in Boston, Massachusetts! Stay tuned for updated details, and in the meanwhile try the newest additions to the product line-

Oh.My.GAWD! | Cold Brew Blend

A ground medium body brew. This delicious coffee will be hard to break-up with and developed to be brewed cold, with notes of chocolate, butterscotch, citrus, and molasses. Perfect for a day of fun!

 Gunther! | Espresso

A whole bean full body espresso, named in honor of our favorite barista with an unrequited love for Rachel. It features a bold acidity with a smoky, caramel taste.

Moo Point | First-Ever Decaf Blend!

A ground medium body decaf brew. Some say that caffeine is like a cow’s opinion. It just doesn’t matter. It’s moo. And at 99.7% caffeine free, our Moo Point decaf can be enjoyed any time of day.

These three new blends are added to Central Perk Coffee Company’s current offerings-

How You Doin’? | Medium Roast

Pivot Blend | Medium/Dark Roast

We Were on a Coffee Break | Dark Roast

Varieties of coffee flavors available to choose from allow you to find the perfect coffee to suit your taste. Central Perk Coffee Company is "there for you" and best enjoyed with- FRIENDS.

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