The Most Unusual Ways to Drink Coffee: When Regular Milk and Sugar Aren’t Enough

Coffee drinks have conquered the world, and there are more ways to enjoy them than you ever imagined!

If you’re one of those people who gets bored easily and loves to try new things, this article is for you! We’re not here to talk about a typical latte and cappuccino. We’ve actually come to shake things up and bring you the most unusual ingredients that can accompany your cup of joe. We do warn you though: expect the unexpectable and keep an open mind, some of these combinations might get too weird for you.

Many of these beverages come from different parts of the world and carry within them fascinating culture and rituals. You might have to travel to taste the real deal with some of these drinks, but it’s definitely worth it if you’re on a big quest to try every type of coffee drink existent. So leave what you know behind and find out what’s there for you beyond the realm of sugar and milk:

Coffee+Sea salt

This Taiwanese invention, created by 85C Bakery Cafe, is as ambitious as their palate. Sea salt coffee was supposedly inspired by the Taiwanese habit of sprinkling salt to fruits, like watermelons and pineapple, to bring out their sweetness.

This drink is made by marinating unrefined salt in a thick cream that will then join a light Arabica brew with pre-added sugar. To truly enjoy this mixture, you need to taste its salty foam first and then dive into coffee's creamy and sweet flavors.

Now, if you want to add to this experience, you definitely shouldn’t let pass the opportunity to try a sea salt caramel mocha. Salt will enhance the caramel's and chocolate's sweetness so well that your views on coffee will probably change forever! You can make this recipe and add cocoa to it, or you can buy it already flavored. Dare to try it?

Coffee+Eggs

Vietnamese and Scandinavian cultures might seem very different from each other, but one thing they share is their love for this strange mix. However, each one of their versions is truly unique.

Vietnamese egg coffee is made by whipping egg yolk and condensed milk together, producing a thick and creamy mixture. Black coffee is then poured over the top and left to sink to the bottom.

On the other hand, Scandinavian egg coffee is made, not only with egg's yolk but also with its shell. It’s actually really easy to brew. All you need to do is bring water to a boil while adding coarse coffee grounds into a bowl. Break an egg into the coffee grounds (including its shell) and mix thoroughly. Once water is boiling, add the mixture to the water and stir well. Simmer for five minutes and then add a cup of cold water. The final result will be smooth and strong! Sounds good?

Coffee+Cheese

For the next one, we’re staying on the same side of the world. We owe this curious mix to the Swedish and Finnish. Kaffeost, as they call it, is the tradition of diving grilled cheese into hot coffee. The result will taste similar to a tiramisu, and it’s perfect to make a dessert out of your espresso. Check out how it’s done in this video. Will you have one of those this afternoon?

Coffee+Tonic

As weird as it might sound, this combination has gained popularity across the world. It’s prepared by simply mixing 2 ounces of espresso with 6 ounces of tonic water and ice. Its origins are also Swedish, but "Kaffe tonic" is now served all across the world. It's as refreshing as it is unique! Next time you’re in your favorite cafe, ask if they have it and try it!

Coffee+Lemon or Lime

If you’re feeling more adventurous than ever, this highly acidic brew might be your perfect choice for the day. You can try the one called Guillermo, which consists of two shots of hot espresso poured over a couple of slices of lime; or the one called Espresso Romano, which is just a shot of espresso with a slice of lemon served on the side. There you have it! Both of them go perfectly with fruity coffee beans. You can serve them with or without milk and either hot or with ice cubes.

With That Coffee Roasters’ products, you can prepare all these varieties and more! Never stop experimenting as we’re more than sure coffee never disappoints. Have you tried any of these? Let us know if you liked them in the comment section, and don't forget to follow us on our social media!

They might sound weird at first, but they could end up being your favorites!

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What Is Your Ideal Type of Coffee?

Depending on which roast you choose, the flavor and aromatics of your coffee will be different.

We all have our distinctive tastes that differentiate us from others. If you’re selective on the products you want, surely you want them to be according to predefined standards. With coffee, things go even further. The moment a bean of coffee is roasted, the results vary depending on many factors that determine the final taste. Do you want to know which type of roast is the one that suits you better? Here I’ll be breaking down each type of roast and its characteristics.

Imagine the range of roasts like a palette of colors that start with light golden brown all the way to a dark close-to-black appearance. Let’s proceed with each category, starting from the lightest to the darkest one:

Light: This is the first category of roasting, and it features the softest, delicate features you can get from a roasted bean. Light roasts have an acidic taste that also shows the original flavor of the beans, which is why high-quality beans are the ideal choice for this one. They will appear dry because the bean didn’t quite reach the point where the oil starts coming out.

Featured light roasts: Light-City, Half-City, New England and Cinnamon Roasts.

Medium: The look of medium-roasted beans is more dark caramel or chocolate colored. All flavor comes out here, with less acidity, slightly sweet taste, and a dry surface. These roasts have more body than the light ones, but they still have no oil on their surface. Medium roasts are the most balanced ones regarding flavor and aromatics, as well.

Examples of medium roasts: Regular Roast, City Roast, American Roast (roasted to the end of the first crack), After-Dinner Roast and Vienna Roast.

Dark: The end of the roasting is here, with dark-roasted coffee. This roast is characterized by having smoky tones, strong flavor and aroma, and less of the original taste of the beans (due to the roasted flavor). Dark roast has less acidity than in early stages, but their taste is somewhat bitter.

Dark roast profile: French Roast, Italian Roast, Espresso Roast, Continental Roast and Spanish Roast.

Choosing the profile of coffee that suits you (and your business) best is necessary, which is why knowing each category will serve as a guide. That Coffee Roasters don’t just roast each of their batches following their own standards, but they can offer you all sizes and packages for personal or business purposes. Be sure to contact them and check what they have in store for you!

If you're more of a casual drinker, light brown could be your type. On the contrary, if you're a daily drinker then darker roasts are for you.

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Phone Number: (305) 821-8811

2697 W. 76 Street, Hialeah, Florida 33016

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