Ryan Hendricks
Ryan Hendricks
Ryan Hendricks is our tester, who puts products through their paces. He used to be a barista and is now a full-time coffee enthusiast. He’s always testing out new gadgets, machines, and beans to find the best of the best.

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Iced Latte vs. Iced Macchiato: Perfect Summer Drinks
Unless you are a coffee connoisseur, you may not realize there is a difference between an iced latte and an iced macchiato. These iced beverages often taste very similar with hints of caramel, so it can be easy to get confused. But the fact is there is a simple difference between the ...
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Coffee Makes Me Dizzy: Possible Reasons and Solutions
If you ever feel dizzy or lightheaded after enjoying a cup of coffee, you shouldn’t be alarmed right away. Dizziness which can be described as unsteadiness, light-headedness, or giddiness, could result from various sources, including motion, an injury, illness, or medication, however, it can also be caused by ...
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Cafe Au Lait vs. Latte: Make Your Choice!
When it comes to café au lait vs. latte, there is no clear winner in this competition. It is all going to depend on how you prefer your barista drink to be styled and if you prefer regular coffee to espresso shots.  The café au lait is made with a strong brewed regular coffee that fills half the cup, and hot milk ...
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Iced Latte vs. Iced Coffee: Choose Your Drink!
Although both are popular coffee drinks, iced latte and iced coffee are two different drinks that shouldn’t be confused for each other. The main difference between these two drinks is the amount of milk contained in each. Also, while iced coffee is made with brewed coffee, a latte has a ...
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Starbucks Sauce vs. Syrup: What’s the Difference?
Coffee shops offer a variety of drinks, flavors, styles, and temperatures. The wide range of options can create a source of anxiety. Once you find a coffee drink you love, most coffee-goers do not stray from their favorite choice. But how do you find the perfect beverage? How do you ...
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Ristretto vs. Espresso: the Difference Between Similar Coffee Drinks
Apart from the every morning energy that coffee gives, one other reason why it's so much loved is that it comes in several forms. So, you have different kinds of coffee to choose from depending on your mood. If you go into a coffee store, you'll probably see an Espresso, Americano, Caramel Macchiato, and Flat White. ...
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Nespresso Caffeine Content: How Much Is It in Different Capsule Types?
If you're looking to find out about Nespresso caffeine content, you've come to the right place. Nespresso is a leading maker of coffee machines, coffee capsules, and coffee accessories, but there are so many unknowns that coffee ...
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Coffee vs. Soda – Which of the Two Drinks Is Better for Your Health?
There's no denial about the fact that coffee and soda are the top favorite beverages of many. And, this explains why the debate over coffee vs soda has been ongoing for years. For many, coffee serves as an energy morning booster that helps them get ready for what the day has to offer, and for some people, soda is a ...
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How to Make Cold Foam: The Most Delicious Recipes
Iced coffee is no longer just a summer drink but now is a favorite year-round drink. In 2014 Starbucks introduced cold foam, which sits on top of the drink. This frothy, cold, smooth topping isn't sweet; however, it adds a creamy texture to your iced coffee. Do you have any idea how much you spend a year stopping ...
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Lavender Latte Recipe: Reduce Anxiety and Stress Level
During the summer, everyone loves their iced coffee to cool off in the heat. As fall and winter set in, you may want more than just brewed coffee. Lavender lattes are one of our favorite hot drinks in the chilly weather. You may visit your favorite coffee shops for a hot latte and notice the costs adding up quickly. ...