Five useful smartphone apps for every coffee lover!
Those who have done a little more with their coffee know that sometimes, our favorite habit can be ... a puzzler. Some handy apps come to put things in place!
A good cup of coffee or a perfect cup of espresso require the co-operation of many factors in order to succeed. From choosing the right blend, to grinding, extraction time and temperature, coffee is made science. If some people do not try to explore the world of espresso drinks, such as latte, cappuccino or flat white, things become even more lame. In this, we have to add the incredible variety of flavors, origins and recommendations we find in the coffee blends that circulate, and also the fact that coffee has its own distinct terminology.
Though this knowledge is slowly gaining experience, and it is a particularly enjoyable journey, we can always use a small "dagger": there are many smartphone applications that are dedicated to coffee. By downloading a simple app we can easily unlock valuable secrets that will make our coffee better or simply enrich our knowledge about our favorite drink.
Five original and usefull apps for coffee and technology lovers
Baristame: Baristame promises to do what he has to say: transform any amateur lover of coffee into a real barista. Besides simple and practical tips, this app aspires to offer a wide range of information related to coffee. So, in addition to detailed instructions for various extraction methods, including tips on temperature control, grinding and extraction time, the app user has access to historical data, trivia and terminology to enrich his knowledge of coffee .
The Great Coffee App: As its name suggests, it aspires to become the most popular coffee application - and in some Asian countries it has succeeded. Less detailed and deep than Baristame, the Great Coffee App is a good introduction for anyone who aspires to go one step further home extraction, having access to expert advice and unmistakable recipes. The application covers many extraction methods, while it attaches particular importance to espresso based beverages, which are often difficult for home baristi novices.
Coffee Calculator: Several home baristi may know the basics of a successful extraction, but calculating the right dose of coffee can sometimes be a real headache. Coffee Calculator, stripped of complex functions, is a useful tool that can solve our hands by accurately calculating and extracting the right amount of coffee and water to use for one or more coffees for a variety of extraction modes.
Beanhunter: While other applications focus on homemade coffee making, beanhunter is a useful tool for those who love trips and exploration. Essentially, it is an up-to-date tourist guide, based on coffee. The user has the opportunity to discover cafes, cafeterias, events, seminars and anything related to the coffee in the place they visit. Experiences are written and evaluated by an online user community, which guarantees the objectivity of the application.
Coffitivity: The most bizarre of all the coffee apps in circulation promises to transform our living room or kitchen into a real cafeteria. If we prefer to enjoy our espresso in home, but we lack the bustling atmosphere of our beloved coffee shop, Coffitivity offers sound backrounds that will simulate this experience, consisting of music, machine sounds and servings as well as hubbub from adjacent tables. As much as it may seem unbelievable, the user has a choice among different types of cafes, such as a Parisian bistro, a Brazilian coffee shop, and even a bustling cafe at an American highway.
The times that coffee was a simple, everyday affair have now passed - irreversibly. Today's cafes are up to date, demanding and we use every means, even smartphone apps, to drink the coffee we deserve!
