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Keurig Vs Ninja: Which Makes The Strongest Cup Of Coffee?

staff@tastingtable.com (Carol McPherson) — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:40:00 +0000

Nobody wants a weak cup of coffee first thing in the morning. We look at two popular coffee pod machines and compare the strength of their brews.

Forget Pumpkin Spice Lattes: 7 Brew's Secret Menu Pumpkin Drink Is Even Cozier

staff@tastingtable.com (Martha Brennan) — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0000

While pumpkin spice may be the queen of fall coffee flavors, the 7 Brew secret menu opens up endless opportunities to make it even cozier.

10 Best Coffee Makers For Brewing Iced Drinks

staff@tastingtable.com (Amy Bell) — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:20:00 +0000

Making iced coffee is easy with these top-rated specialty coffee makers. Find something based on how much coffee you want to brew, colors, and other factors.

Add One Ingredient To Your Dunkin' Pumpkin Spice Latte And Taste The Burst Of Fall Flavor

staff@tastingtable.com (Martha Brennan) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0000

If you love a Dunkin' Pumpkin Spice Latte, but want to dig in even deeper to the richness of this seasonal sip, we know the perfect addition.

Are Plastic-Free Coffee Makers Worth It? We Asked A Coffee Expert

staff@tastingtable.com (Whitney Bard) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Panicked by the presence of plastics, you may have considered buying a plastic-free coffee maker. Before you invest, here's what an expert has to say.

5 Expensive Coffee Makers Customers Say Aren't Worth The Money

staff@tastingtable.com (Michelle Welsch) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Some coffee makers can be expensive, reaching over $1,000. But many of them have left customers disappointed, so it might be better to go for alternatives.

I Tried And Ranked Iced Vanilla Lattes From 10 Coffee Chains

staff@tastingtable.com (Kyle Grace Trinidad) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:20:00 +0000

A good vanilla iced latte needs to be balanced and served with just the right amount of ice. We visited ten coffee chains to find the best one.

Does A Hotter Coffee Maker Make Better Coffee?

staff@tastingtable.com (Whitney Bard) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0000

A higher temperature can speed up flavor extraction in coffee, but that's not always a good thing, per one expert. Here's why.

I Tried Zero-Sugar Coffee Creamers From 7 Brands, And This Is The One I'd Stock In My Fridge

staff@tastingtable.com (Carmen Varner) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:20:00 +0000

Based on my taste tests of various sugar-free coffee creamers, there is one brand whose creamers deliver more convincingly than others on the market.

Forget Vinegar: Descale Your Coffee Maker With This Common Cleaning Ingredient

staff@tastingtable.com (Allison Forsyth) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:30:00 +0000

Specific coffee maker cleaning solution is great, but it can be expensive. Luckily, there are household ingredients you can use instead.

Is It Cheaper To Repair Or Replace A Keurig?

staff@tastingtable.com (Deepak Narayanan) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:30:00 +0000

It can be disappointing when your Keurig breaks. But should you try to fix it or just replace it altogether? We asked an expert.

12 Chai Recipes That Go Beyond The Basic Latte

staff@tastingtable.com (Catherine Brookes) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:20:00 +0000

Chai spices pair beautifully with a wide range of other ingredients, adding a touch of warmth and complexity to hot and chilled drinks, bakes, and desserts.

This Divisive Flavor Is Taking Over Coffee Shops — And It's Coming To Your Kitchen

staff@tastingtable.com (Courtney Iseman) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0000

This fruity flavor has taken over coffee chains and creamer aisles, but coffee drinkers are far from united on the latest trend.

What Happens When You Never Descale Your Coffee Maker

staff@tastingtable.com (Wendy Leigh) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 15:40:00 +0000

Making coffee has never been easier, but maintaining your coffee maker does require some effort. An expert explains descaling and why it's needed.

One Of The World's Best-Selling Coffee Brands Also Makes KitKats And Toll House Cookies

staff@tastingtable.com (Holly Tishfield) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:35:00 +0000

Coffee played an important role in the history of a food and beverage conglomerate that owns several huge brands, including more than one that is java-centered.

Peet's 2026 Fall Menu Ranges From Chef's Kiss To Never Order Again

staff@tastingtable.com (Jennifer Richmond) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:32:47 +0000

Peet's Coffee has just launched its 2026 fall menu, and while most of the new items are certified hits, the lineup does come with a handful of misses.

If You Recognize This Retro Coffee Maker, You Definitely Grew Up In The '80s

staff@tastingtable.com (Deb Kavis) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:00:00 +0000

That beige color. The simple On/Off function. The floral design pattern. If that coffee maker description rings a bell, you are definitely a child of the 1980s.

Costco Sells This Luxury Coffee Maker For $600 Cheaper Than The Brand Listing

staff@tastingtable.com (Lindsey Reynolds) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Offering premium goods at a deep discount has become one of Costco's signature moves. Espresso connoisseurs are sure to love the chain's price for this machine.

Starbucks' Best Iced Shaken Espresso On The Menu Outshines The Classic

staff@tastingtable.com (Julia Holland) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:00:00 +0000

The best iced shaken espresso on Starbucks' menu, according to our ranking, was this option.

Why An Old-School Drip Coffee Maker Is Just Better Than A Keurig

staff@tastingtable.com (A.J. Forget) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0000

Of all the ways there are to prepare your morning cup of coffee, a Keurig machine has to be the worst - your old-school drip machine would even do a better job.