With milk coffees being the most popular caffeinated items on a cafe menu, it begs the question, where is the love for black coffee, more specifically, long blacks?
Dive into the darkness with us as Head Trainer Josh gives us the lowdown on why you should understand more about this humble cafe menu item.
A quick guide to getting the right amount.
1 cup a day: 1kg every 4–6 weeks
2 cups a day: 1kg every 3 weeks
3 cups a day: 1kg every 2 weeks
4+ cups a day: 1kg every 1–2 weeks
A rough guide based on espresso-style brewing. Different machines, basket sizes and brew methods may vary.
We always recommend Whole Bean for the freshest, best-tasting coffee.
Whole Bean — best if you have a grinder.
Espresso Grind — for home espresso brewers without a grinder.
Plunger — for French press/plunger.
Aeropress/Pour Over — for Aeropress, V60, Chemex and filter.