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Did you know that there are various levels of nitrogen purity when it comes to nitro cold brew? Are you aware of the impact this purity can have on your beverage? You may have seen the recent SCA News article on Defining the Perfect Nitro Pour. For review, the “Perfect Nitro Pour” is measured on two basic components: a visual profile and a taste profile. The key to the perfect pour is a combination of a smooth, pleasing flavor profile and a stunning visual. Contrary to traditional cold brew, a nitro cold brew should be experienced as slightly sweeter and less...

What is cold brew? Why is it different than iced coffee? What is a nitro cold brew? Did you add any sweetener or cream to the nitro cold brew?   These are all questions you have likely asked a fellow coffee professional or have personally been asked by a coffee consumer. But what about these questions: How long does a quality cascade last? What glass showcases a nitro pour the best? How much head should be on a nitro infused drink? How do I control the amount of nitrogen in my beverage?   As the sudden, rapid growth of cold...

It seems like people are spending more than ever before on specialty drinks from their favorite cafes and coffee shops. According to the latest statistics, over half of Americans who drink coffee every day typically go for a specialty drink. This includes flavored lattes, cappuccinos, or other blended drinks.  But since there are more options than ever before for coffee and tea drinkers, it can be tricky for café owners to offer exciting new concoctions. Not only do you need to keep up with the latest beverage trends, but you’ve got to make sure your drinks are delicious and enticing!...

With tapped beverages being the new hot trend in cafes, the kegerator quickly became a staple piece of equipment - and for good reason. There are many advantages to serving beverages on tap. Relative to espresso machines, serving beverages on draft requires less maintenance, has a faster speed of service, and is one of the most sanitary methods of serving beverages in food service. However, their growth in popularity was so fast, their general operations remain a mystery to many cafe owners.   At Enhanced Beverage Solutions, we often joke that even though most modern espresso machines have a literal computer inside...