6 Coffee Misconceptions That Will Blow Your Mind

This ain't your average cup of joe.

1. A darker roast does not equal more caffeine.

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In fact, some coffee aficionados will argue the contrary. Regardless of the roast, the biggest impact on your morning buzz is the volume of coffee brewed. The more coffee, the more buzz. And that my friends, is how addiction begins.

2. Espresso is really just concentrated coffee.

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Contrary to popular belief, espresso and coffee originate from the same bean. The only real difference between the two is their preparation. Espresso is extracted at a much faster rate and is more finely ground than what you'd drink out of a coffee dispenser. Ground into pure caffeinated magic.

3. A macchiato might not be what you think it is.

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The irresistible Starbucks drink you've come to know and love is actually an imposter coated in caramel. Traditionally, a caffè macchiato is espresso topped off with lightly steamed milk. Forget tall, grande and venti—the Italian drink is no larger than 4 ounces.

4. Decaf isn't always caffeine-free.

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You might get a kick out of your decaf, after all. In 2006, a study conducted at the University of Florida found that, out of 10 different cups of decaf, only one cup was totally void of caffeine. Looks like escaping the clutches of caffeine is harder than we originally thought.

5. A strong cup of coffee won't cure your hangover.

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You may denounce your pounding headache as a need for caffeine, but let's be honest—you're hungover. Consuming caffeine after a night out won't wake you up, it will dehydrate you and make you feel like crap. Face it, coffee is not your friend today.

6. Location directly impacts the flavor of your coffee.

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The location, altitude and processing determines how sweet, acidic or bold your coffee will taste. Who knew there was so much behind a single bean?