Rich Lee
Coffee & Food Program Director, Spro Coffee Lab
wikiHow's Editorial Process wikiHow partners with over 1000+ experts from a wide range of fields to ensure our content is accurate and based on well-established research and testimony. Content Managers conduct interviews and work closely with each expert to review information, answer reader questions, and add credible advice. Learn more about our editorial process and why millions of readers trust wikiHow.
Co-authored Articles (23)
How to
Make Perfect Coffee
Each coffee fanatic has to find his own personal favorite. It might take dozens of tries just to get the right bean, trying different sources, blends, and roasts. This journey is part of your personal experience, but you...
How to
Use a Coffee Maker
Coffee makers are part of millions of peoples' routines. In the US alone, millions of people drink coffee daily. If you've never used a coffee machine, the brewing process can be anything but intuitive. Use these simple ...
How to
Use a De'Longhi Espresso Machine
While there are lots of different De'Longhi espresso machines, some of the most popular models are the EC155, which is perfect for beginners, as well as the Dedica and ECP3420. Each machine needs its water tank to be fil...
How to
Use Coffee Pods
Coffee pods are a popular single-serving alternative to other single-use products, like Keurig K Cups. But unlike K Cups, coffee pods can be used in a variety of ways. You can use them in a machine specifically designed ...
How to
Order at Starbucks
Ordering at Starbucks, a popular international chain of upscale coffeehouses can be intimidating to those of us who are not coffee connoisseurs or Starbucks regulars. With some basic understanding of the guidelines of co...
How to Use a Reusable K-Cup in Your Keurig Machine
Save money (and help the environment) with reusable K-cups You love how quick and convenient it is to brew a cup of coffee with your Keurig, but the cost of all those K-cups? Not so much. Rather than tossing out a K-cup ...
How to
Reset a Nespresso Machine
All Nespresso models—there are more than a dozen of them!—allow you to customize the serving size of your espresso or other coffee drink, as well as adjust the auto shut-off time. If you want to restore the serving s...
How to
Make Iced Coffee
If you need a little pick me up but it's too hot for coffee, drink it on ice! To make the best tasting iced coffee, start by steeping coffee grounds in cold water. Strain this concentrated coffee and then pour it over ic...
What is Arabic Coffee? Best Arabic Coffee Recipe
"Arabic coffee" is a general term that refers to the way coffee is prepared in many Arabic countries throughout West Asia and North Africa. That said, there is a good deal of variation from place to place, including how ...
How to
Make Cowboy Coffee
Cowboy coffee is a simple but delicious method of brewing coffee that doesn’t require any special equipment. In fact, all you need to make cowboy coffee is water, coffee, a kettle, and a heat source. While cowboy coffe...
How to Use an Espresso Machine
Learn to brew delicious espresso drinks with this easy guideEspresso makers are a great tool you can use to make a variety of delicious coffee drinks at home. Espresso makers come in stove top or machine varieties. Machi...
How to
Drink Espresso
Luscious sienna and rust, viscous and silky, the perfect shot of espresso is sought after religiously by baristas and coffee-drinkers in nearly every coffeehouse in the United States. But what is the perfect shot, and h...
How to
Prepare Filter Coffee
You may not give much thought to your morning coffee routine. For many people, making coffee simply involves filling the machine with water and grounds and turning it on. For others, the process can be more personalized....
How to Stop Coffee Filters from Collapsing: Why It Happens & What to Do
Collapsing coffee filters can put a damper on your day–especially if loose coffee grounds keep getting in your fresh cup of joe. Why do filters collapse in the first place? Basically, if the coffee maker’s hot water ...
How to
Make Starbucks Coffee
Have you ever wanted to make wonderful coffee taste just like Starbucks? All you need are ingredients you probably already have around your kitchen. Just follow these simple steps and you'll think you were in the house o...
How to
Make a Good Pot of Coffee
Coffee is a staple in many households all over the world. It’s great in the morning, after a tasty meal, or even as a warm treat on a cold day. While making a quick pot may seem simple, there are many factors that pla...
How to
Make a Cappuccino
If you love a good cappuccino but can't get to the coffee shop for your fix, make one at home, using these steps. Enjoy your handcrafted cappuccino!
How to
Make Cappuccino Foam
A cappuccino is a coffee drink made with espresso and steamed milk. The most striking thing about this drink is the milk foam on top. A soothing, consistent layer of foam is what sets a great cappuccino apart from lesser...
How to
Use a Commercial Espresso Machine
Commercial espresso machines are industrial appliances that many restaurants and cafes use to make coffee-based drinks. These machines are often equipped with a steam wand that’s used to steam milk, which is a key ingr...
How to
Make a Latte
Strong espresso coffee is an Italian tradition enjoyed around the world. Perhaps the most popular of the coffee concoctions that use espresso is the latte. Lattes are made from espresso and steamed milk. Lattes can be ve...
