5 ways Search can help you perfect your at-home coffee routine

Making café-quality coffee at home is a mix of art and science.

For every proud coffee aficionado grinding their own beans at home for fresh and consistent flavor (coffee grinders just reached peak search interest), there’s someone searching “how to make coffee at home with a machine?” (a breakout search this year).

This International Coffee Day, Search can help you hone your barista skills — whether you’re considering a new brew method or looking to upgrade your latte art. Here are five ways to use Search to elevate your coffee practice:

1. Compare brew methods with AI Mode in Search.

If you’re looking for a new way to brew your coffee and can’t decide between French press, pour-over, or cold brew, AI Mode can help compare the different methods so you can decide which one is right for you. Try asking something like, “make a table comparing different coffee brewing methods by taste, ease of use, and equipment needed.” You’ll get a clear breakdown to help you pick the right approach for your routine.

2. Learn how to create latte designs with Lens.

Next time a barista hands you a drink with a latte art pattern you want to recreate, snap a photo using Lens in Search and ask, “What do I need to do this at home?” Search will share an overview of exactly what you need and the techniques you can implement, connecting you with expert sources from across the web.

3. Get real-time feedback with Search Live.

Need hands-on help while you pour milk to create a latte design? Open the Google app for Android or iOS and tap the Live icon under the search bar, then turn on your video and ask for advice. While you point your camera at your cup, you can have a real-time conversation with Search to get feedback on your technique and immediate tips for perfecting your angle, speed, and pour motion.

4. Find what you need to build your dream at-home coffee bar.

Once you start getting more into coffee, you may realize all the fun ways you can take your coffee to the next level from home — like an adjustable bean grinder that allows you to change particle sizes for different brew methods, or an electric kettle with different temperature options. You can use AI Mode to easily find the items that you want to build out the perfect coffee nook in your home. Want it in time for tomorrow’s brew? You can also see what’s in stock in the area by including “nearby” or “near me” in your search.

5. Find coffee-making classes that fit your schedule.

If you want to take your coffee or latte art skills to the next level with some in-person guidance, you can use Search to find local classes and workshops. With Personal Intelligence, you can choose to connect your Google apps for even more personalized recommendations – like finding local classes that fit right into your schedule.