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How to make the perfect cup of coffee at home, according to baristas

• Jamie Davis Smith Special to USA TODAY, 10BEST
• Feb 11, 2026
• Feb 11, 2026 Updated Aug 29, 2026
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Jamie Davis Smith Special to USA TODAY, 10BEST

The majority of American adults start their day with a hot cup of coffee. Some coffee aficionados confidently ⁠brew the perfect cup at home, while others settle for a mediocre pot that gives them a caffeine boost but is lackluster in taste.

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