A popular choice, ideal for those with a sweet tooth. Caramel, as a coffee flavour, is starting to show up on many coffee shop menus. We have the caramel macchiato, caramel latte and caramel cappuccino as the staple ones. A twist on the caramel coffee flavour is of course, salted caramel, equally as sweet, with a hint of saltiness.

Who doesn't love chocolate? Anything chocolate flavoured goes down a treat for us, so it's no wonder it’s made our top coffee syrup flavours list. Chocolate and coffee are both very distinctive flavours that complement each other beautifully. The most famous chocolate coffee is of course the mocha, but chocolate syrups can be added to lattes and cappuccinos too.

Rich, buttery and sweet. This coffee syrup flavour really is an indulgent treat, sure to please any lover of the caramelised confection.

Mint coffee syrup flavours add a soft, refreshing hint to your brew. Whilst mint was previously served on the side of your coffee drink, you will often see mint americanos, mochas (as chocolate and mint are also a great combination), lattes and cappuccinos on the menu now.

Another seasonal favourite that tastes just like Christmas. Gingerbread lattes and cappuccinos are in exceptionally high demand, particularly during the festive period. The warmth from the ginger flavour and the added sweetness will give you a warm, well-rounded coffee that’s just perfect on a winter’s day.

This coffee statistic may shock you, but the beverage is second only to water! On average, around 400 billion cups are consumed each year.

16% of those surveyed go to coffee shops every day.

In a survey of 2,000 adults conducted in the UK about coffee consumption, 1/3 of respondents said they didn’t drink coffee at all, whereas 6% said they drank more than 6 cups per day.

After the roasting process, we actually end up with less than one pound of beans!

This makes Brazil the largest exporter of coffee in the world. Interestingly, in the 1920s Brazil accounted for 80% of the world’s coffee, today it’s around a third.

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How many coffee types exist?
There are over 30 combinations of coffee types in the world. We've put together some of our favourite coffee types for you to try at home - easy recipes with NESCAFÉ instant coffee as the starting point. From the well-known cappuccino, espresso, and latte, to the lungo, ristretto, café au lait and cold brew, there are so many types of coffee to enjoy. Which is your favourite?

Which coffee has the strongest taste?
The strongest type of coffee is freshly brewed espresso. It forms the base for most coffee drinks, and is easily enjoyed with added milk, but can be enjoyed by itself if you prefer bold, intense coffee flavours.

Which coffee has the mildest taste?
A latte is generally considered the least intense coffee. Made with freshly brewed espresso, the taste is then made less intense because of the volume of milk added. This also makes it sweeter with a more mellow taste.

Which coffee has the most milk?
A café latte has the biggest milk-to-coffee ratio, with a third being espresso and the remaining two thirds consisting of milk. The cappuccino is close behind which contains equal parts of espresso, steamed milk and milk foam (in a ratio of 1:1:1).

What are the most popular coffee drinks?
The cappuccino, the latte, and the espresso shot are probably the most popular types – or at least, the most well-known!

Different coffee types summarised

Looking for a quick read? Here’s a summary of the different types of coffee.

• Latte - One or two shots of espresso, lots of steamed milk and a final, thin layer of frothed milk on top
• Cappuccino – Espresso, steamed milk and milk foam equally split into thirds
• Americano - It can either be served 1/2 and 1/2 or 1/3 espresso to 2/3 water
• Espresso - Concentrated form of coffee, served in shots and it’s often the coffee base of many other beverages
• Cortado - Made with lightly steamed milk without froth or foam
• Mocha - It is often 1/3 espresso and 2/3 steamed milk, with chocolate flavouring
• Macchiato - Espresso coffee drink, topped with a small amount of foamed or steamed milk
• Flat White - A blend of micro-foamed milk poured over a single or double shot of espresso
• Decaf - Made from regular coffee beans that go through the decaffeination process.
• Irish Coffee - Made from coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar and cream
• Iced Coffee - A cold version of your favourite coffee, with ice added
• Café au Lait - brewed coffee and steamed milk. One part coffee to one part steamed milk with no froth or foam on top

A world of taste awaits! Enjoy discovering the incredible variety of coffees with NESCAFÉ.

Cold brew coffee is made by slowly steeping coarsely ground coffee beans in room temperature water for at least six hours. It can be as long as 24 hours with many choosing to do it overnight, but it depends on how strong you want your cold brew it to be. When the beans are steeped like this it creates a strong coffee concentrate that just needs to be mixed with water and milk to taste.

As the grounds aren’t exposed to hot temperatures, cold brew coffee has a more flavourful, sweeter, less bitter and acidic taste. In a recent study, cold brew coffee was found to be between 50 – 67% less acidic than the average cup of coffee. It’s a common misconception that cold brew has to be cold. It can in fact be served piping hot too! If you want it cold, simply add cold water, ice and milk to taste. If you prefer it hot, you just need to add hot water or hot milk (some will even pop it in the microwave if they’re in a rush).

Due to the fact it’s a coffee concentrate, many think that cold brew has more caffeine content than the average cup. However, the reality is that because you dilute this concentrate, the caffeine level drops slightly.

Craft coffee is about making the highest quality coffee. In fact, in order to qualify as specialty craft coffee, it must score above 80/100 on the Specialty Coffee Association scale. The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) is a non-profit, membership-based organisation with a strict practice of grading coffee. They represent thousands of coffee professionals, including producers and baristas all over the world.

One of the key things that sets craft coffee apart from the rest is the roasting process. Coffee beans are only roasted in small batches, giving roasters more control over how the beans turn out, as roasting on a larger scale can over or under roast the beans, possibly resulting in less consistent flavour.

Single sourced
One of the reasons craft coffee is considered so popular is because most beans used in this process are single origin and can be traced back to a single farm or location. This traceability allows consumers to understand exactly where their coffee is coming from and also ensures higher quality beans with more consistent flavour profiles, as the beans possess characteristics which are unique to that particular region.

What is NESCAFÉ Craft coffee?
At NESCAFÉ, we partnered with Grindsmith, a speciality coffee roaster based in Manchester, to create the UK and Ireland’s first craft coffee in an instant format. Our NESCAFÉ AZERA Grindsmith Craft Coffee is a one-of-a-kind coffee experience that’s been created with carefully selected 100% Arabica coffee beans and the rare Quindio bean from Colombia. What’s more, this blend scored 82/100 on the Specialty Coffee Association Scale, making it the only known instant coffee able to claim the craft accolade.

Decaf coffee is made from regular coffee beans that go through a process to remove the majority of the caffeine. However, decaffeinated coffee is not completely caffeine free, and the EU regulation for decaf coffee is less than 0.3% caffeine.

Besides the reduced caffeine content, there is usually only a very slight difference in the taste and the smell. But if you are purchasing quality coffee such as our wonderful NESCAFÉ decaf range, you won’t have to compromise on taste or quality.

Now that you know what decaf coffee is, find out what a flat white is next.

The long black coffee is an espresso drink consisting of two shots of espresso diluted with hot water, it is made by pouring hot water in a cup and pouring the espresso shots on top of the water. By pouring the espresso on top of the water, the espresso’s cream, known as crema, will stay intact when handled carefully. The crema is one of the most important parts of the coffee, for coffee lovers around the world, because it is so flavourful. Many people mistake the long black for an americano, but the americano is made with more water poured over the espresso shot. The long black coffee is typically made with less water, making it more concentrated, making the flavour of the espresso more distinct.

Brewing your very own long black coffee is an easy process that doesn’t require a lot of work or knowledge of coffee. To make the best long black possible, use an espresso machine. However, a perfectly acceptable long black coffee can still be made using a moka pot. When making your long black coffee at home, you need to consider how much hot water you use. Using too much can weaken the taste, while using smaller amounts will result in a stronger flavour. The typical ratio is ¾ water to ¼ espresso.

The moka pot is an amazing coffee brewer that can brew a great espresso-like coffee. The first step is to grind up your coffee beans into a fine powder, then add them to the coffee basket of the moka pot. Fill the bottom half of the moka pot with boiling water, screw the top on and place on the hob on a medium heat. The steam created in the bottom compartment of the moka Pot will create pressure and push through the air vent of the moka pot. Eventually, the espresso-like liquid will start to come out. Now, fill up a mug with hot water, use twice the amount of coffee used from your moka pot. Once your mug is filled with the hot water, slowly pour the espresso on top. You have now successfully made a long black coffee at home! Enjoy while it’s still hot.

Long black coffee and the americano are both espresso-based drinks but despite their similarities, they are made in different ways. An americano is an espresso with water added, which tastes like strong coffee. A long black coffee is made of water with espresso added, which has a much stronger and fuller taste.

If you love nothing more than gazing upon pictures of cute canines, The Year of the Dogs by Vincent J. Musi is the best coffee table book for you. Musi’s ability to showcase each individual character of dog breed is captured with love and affection. With stunning portrait-like photos, this coffee table book is a wonderful tribute to man’s best friend.

Love the idea of a tattoo, but not ready to get one? Well, we have the book for you. Let your love of tattoos run wild with Frederic Claquin’s 1000 Tattoos. This book is packed with new and original design ideas from the world’s best up-and-coming and leading artists.

If you’re fascinated by colours and how they influence everything from décor to fashion trends over the years, Pantone: The Twentieth Century in Colour is the perfect coffee table book for you. Discover how colour trends have helped to define the past 100 years with this stunning book that matches art, products, décor and fashion with official Pantone colour palettes.

Let your living space showcase how incredible women are with Slim Aarons: Women by (photographer) Slim Aarons and Getty Images, text by Laura Hawk. Comprising of over 200 powerful female-focused images including women such as Audrey Hepburn, Jackie Kennedy, Diana Vreeland, and Marylin Monroe, this book showcases the true beauty of women, at the most glamourous in some remarkable locations across the globe.

Are you a lover of hosting big dinner parties, but are struggling to find inspiration for you next one? Well, you need to get your hands on Entertaining Beautifully by Aerin Lauder. Organized by season Lauder sets out ways to make every dinner party unforgettable in style, much of her inspiration was taken from her childhood and her grandmother, Estee Lauder. So, if dining in impeccable style in the comfort of your own home is up your street, then this is the perfect coffee table book for you.

If you are all about appreciating diverse art, through the representation of women, then look no further, get you hands on a copy of Diverse Beauty by Alexi Lubomirski, published by Damiani. The inspiration behind this book is the representation of diverse beauty, which came after Lubomirski was photographing the actress, Lupita Nyongo. The book represents all beauty and aims to dismiss all beauty standards, and puts every type of beauty on a pedestal, so that no matter race, size, colour, or sexual orientation, all women are identified as beautiful.

Drip coffee is made by pouring boiling water over ground coffee (the grind of which being much coarser than espresso). A filter typically made from paper separates the grounds from the brewed liquid which allows the water to pass through and fall into a pot or jug. However, you can now also get coffee pots specially made for drip coffee brewing, or electric options with timers so you can choose exactly when it’s made. Drip coffee is generally served in a mug and can be drunk black or with milk and sugar to taste.

Cold drip coffee isn’t as well-known as its hot counterpart, but it’s still a noteworthy addition to the coffee world. You’ll need a cold drip apparatus or a drip tower, which usually comprises of three glass containers that allow the iced water to slowly drip over the freshly ground coffee. The coffee will then absorb each drip of the water, which drops into another container at the bottom of the tower. It’s a more time consuming way to make coffee and can take anywhere between 3.5 – 12 hours, depending on how much you want to make. In comparison to other brewing methods such as cold brew coffee, cold drip is much stronger with a richer and fuller body. Lastly, cold drip coffee can be quicker to make than cold brew and uses less coffee grounds.

The soluble and volatile contents of the beans are extracted, then the water is removed, leaving the powder or concentrated soluble coffee powder. It’s essentially dehydrated for your convenience – just add water and enjoy! You might also see instant coffee referred to as soluble coffee, powdered coffee or granulated coffee.

Like other coffees, instant coffee also comes in a variety of roasts: dark, medium and light, so you’re still able to choose the strength that you love. You might also be looking for the same rich flavour, but less caffeine. Luckily, decaf instant coffee is available with the same convenience.

Instant coffee is so easy to make, simply follow these 4 steps:

1. Pick your favourite mug
2. Add 2 teaspoons of instant coffee, boil your kettle
3. Let your boiled water rest for 30 seconds (pouring fresh boiling water onto coffee can lead to a bitter taste) and fill your mug
4. Stir until the instant coffee is completely dissolved, and enjoy!

And there you have it – an indulgent, rich coffee with minimal fuss.

Instant coffee is often enjoyed with milk or your favourite plant-based alternative, but you can easily add flavoured syrup like vanilla or caramel.