Tom is a certified barista who is passionate about coffee, and loves sharing his knowledge with others on BigCupOfCoffee.com, and in real life. He has been brewing coffee for decades, and is always exploring new gear, techniques, and ways to improve the next cup of coffee.
My name is Tom Fontana, welcome to BigCupOfCoffee.com. I’ve always loved coffee, and I want to convey my passion for it to you via this website.
I started drinking coffee when I was in college. It was a great way to wake up in the morning and get myself going. I would always drink it black, with no sugar or cream. I found that it made me more alert and awake, and I loved the taste. Drinking coffee quickly became a part of my daily routine and became a special treat that I looked forward to every day.
Now, years later, I still enjoy drinking coffee every day. It’s become a part of my identity and something that I love.
In 2022, I chose to deepen my knowledge about coffee making by completing a Barista course at the Barista Campus of Budapest. As a barista, you learn a lot about coffee. You learn how to grind the beans, how to brew the perfect cup of coffee, how to froth milk for latte art, and so much more.
You learn about different types of coffee, from light roasts to dark roasts. And of course, you learn about all the different ways to make coffee, from cappuccinos to espresso.
I knew a lot about coffee before, but this was exactly what I needed to take it to the next level.
Will I be opening a café sometime in the future?
Probably.
But until then, BigCupOfCoffee.com will be where I share everything I know.
It always excites me to discover new ways to prepare my caffeine fix. This is why I was extra-thrilled when I learned I could make cold brew with a French press a while back. I then spent the next few weeks perfecting this method and today, I’m sharing my winning recipe with you. After reading…
It’s pretty popular to pick French press for achieving full-flavored coffee, but a common question when buying one is, “Which size to pick?” The thing is, you don’t have to make it complicated. In this article, I’ll discuss the different French press sizes to help you make your pick. I’ll also touch on factors like…
I’ve been using a French press for brewing coffee for years now, and I know full well that maintaining its cleanliness is essential to making consistently delicious brews every time. To help you keep your French press in tip-top shape, here’s a handy guide for you. In this article, I’ll discuss the different methods to…
After years of making my own cup of joe with different brewing methods, I know full well how important extraction is for a full-flavored cup. When it comes to extracting the rich flavors of coffee beans, immersion coffee brewing is a great option. In this article, I’ll explain to you what immersion brewing is and why…
If you’re a coffee drinker who likes French press brews, you might have heard about the health concerns surrounding the popular brewing method. But is it really true, or just another myth floating around the internet? In this article, I will delve deep into the topic to provide you with all the facts so we…
Without a doubt, the French press is one of the most popular ways to make full-flavored coffee. However, people frequently ask me why their French press coffee does not taste that great. So I made this handy cafetière guide. If you’re a beginner to this brewing method, then you’ll want to read this. In this…
Cold brew has always been one of my go-to brewing methods, especially during the hot season. But I only realized that the drink could provide a whole different experience when I tried the Nitro Cold Brew at Starbucks. Both beverages deliver a delicious taste with a caffeine kick, there’s no doubt about that – but…
It’s easy to fall into the routine of grabbing a cup from your local cafe or using single-serve cups for convenience. We’ve all done it. But have you ever stopped to think about how these habits impact the environment? If you’re thinking that it’s time to make some changes and become more eco-friendly with our…
I have (what I sometimes consider) too many years of experience testing various hand grinders, and I now know that finding a portable grinder can be quite a challenge. So when 1Zpresso released the Q2 designed for pour-over and Aeropress lovers like myself, I really wanted to give it a try. With its unique blade…
When people ask me what’s a good manual coffee grinder brand, I always tell them to check out 1Zpresso. This Taiwanese brand’s products are some of the go-to grinders for coffee lovers from different parts of the globe looking to grind their beans manually. Today, I’m giving you an in-depth look at the different models that…
900ML Cold Brew Coffee Maker with Filter
8 × $17.90
Electric Turkish Coffee Pot
4 × $37.90
MHW-3BOMBER Digital Instant Read Coffee Thermometer
3 × $30.90
Stainless Steel Portafilter Rack
4 × $9.90
Double Spouted 2-Cup Moka Pot
4 × $37.90
Portable Cold Brew Coffee Maker
4 × $24.90
WACACO Nanopresso Barista Kit
5 × $55.90
WACACO Minipresso NS2
3 × $95.90
Ceramic Curved Espresso Dosing Cup and Spray Kit
2 × $13.90
Wacaco Minipresso GR Portable Espresso Coffee Maker
3 × $84.90
WACACO Nanopresso
2 × $106.90
WACACO Picopresso Portable Espresso Maker
4 × $207.90
TIMEMORE Black Mirror Basic 2.0 Electronic Coffee Scale
12 × $67.90Subtotal: $3,388.20