Rich Lee

Coffee & Food Program Director, Spro Coffee Lab

Rich is the Coffee & Food Program Director of Spro Coffee Lab in San Francisco, a California-based company that specializes in craft coffee, experimental mocktails, and culinary food science. Together with his team, Rich strives to bring forth a uniquely transcendent experience, free of stereotypical eats and drinks. Prior to owning his own business, Rich was a barista for big name coffee retailers such as Blue Bottle Coffee and Sightglass.

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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

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-cupsYou 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

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...

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

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 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 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

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 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

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

Make an Espresso (Espresso Machine Coffee)

Fresh espresso is a treat when it's made correctly. If you can't get to the local coffee shop for your daily shot, you can make a delicious handcrafted espresso right at home using an espresso machine. You'll just need y...

How to Make Coffee Extract (and Coffee Concentrate)

Do you love the delicious flavor of coffee? Do you love having it ready to enjoy as a drink or in a recipe at a moment’s notice? Then you’ve come to the right place! If you want to add a bold, concentrated coffee fla...

How to

Make an Americano

An Americano might sound complicated, but it is simply hot water with espresso. Americanos were created in Italy for American soldiers in the Second World War because the drink is similar to drip coffee that's popular in...

How to

Make Low Acid Coffee

While coffee is a favorite daily habit for many people, it has its drawbacks. Coffee can stain your teeth, make you jittery and unfocused, and coffee's high acidity can irritate sensitive stomachs. Fortunately, there are...