Coffee is no doubt among the most consumed beverages around the world. In addition to its energy-boosting and alertness enhancement abilities, coffee has been shown to provide a myriad of health and wellness benefits to the drinker. This is why whether you’re a fan of Latte, Cappuccino, or black coffee, there’s always a temptation to reach for another cup.
Coffee culture has been growing rapidly. Regardless of why you are sipping into that cup, all that matters is how it tastes and smells. Coffee is inarguably the beverage of choice for a majority of people around the world, especially when it comes to kick-starting the morning.
Not only does coffee make you feel more energized and active, but it also provides a great source of antioxidants that fight inflammation and prevent some diseases. Years of research have also shown that caffeine, an abundant stimulant found in coffee can increase the rate at which fats are released from fat tissues, lowering the risk of diseases such as obesity and heart disease.
Caffeine is also believed to help reduce the risk of type II diabetes and cancer while improving energy metabolism, fat burning, and physical performance. We can go on and on about the benefits of regular coffee consumption, but one thing is for sure.
The greatness of coffee lies in flavor, taste, aroma, and caffeine concentration. For this reason, how your coffee is made is an important factor. Without further ado, here are a few secret tips and techniques on how to make good coffee.
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Understand The Various Coffee Making Methods
There are different methods one can use to make a great cup of coffee… it all depends on your personal tastes and preferences. Needless to mention, this also gives rise to the various types of coffee we come across. Depending on the method, the type of coffee beans, and the ingredients used, some common types of coffee include cafe latte, cappuccino, espresso, long black, Macchiato, Mochaccino, Irish coffee, and flat white coffee.
In addition to the recipe, the types of coffee you can make will also largely depend on the coffee machine you have. This is why when it comes to coffee makers, there are many to choose from, including options with inbuilt grinders, French presses, drip coffee makers, single-serve coffee makers, and espresso makers, among others. The best thing is that these dedicated machines come with a user manual and once you understand the different coffee-making methods, choosing the ideal coffee maker becomes an easier task.
Coffee Beans
For the best coffee, always go for fresh coffee beans, preferably buying them as soon as they’ve been roasted. This will give you more superb coffee with that distinct original taste and aroma. This way, you can grind your coffee at home for a more flavorful cup.
Grinding
Also, it’s better to grind your whole coffee beans when making coffee rather than keeping them ground. If taste, flavor, and aroma are important to you, it’s always advisable to use the fresh ground. After grinding, dispose of used coffee grounds. Avoid recycling your grounds since there’s a big chance you extracted all the flavors.
The Water to Coffee Ratio
The type and the quality of water used can determine the taste of your coffee. On this note, it’s advisable not to use distilled water. Instead, use cold bottled or filtered water, especially if your tap water has chlorine. 1 to 2 tablespoons of ground coffee for every 6 ounces of water is advisable, although you can also adjust depending on your preference.
Master Popular Coffee Making Techniques
French Press
For this technique, you need a French press coffee maker. You just have to boil water in a kettle, add freshly ground coffee beans into your French press, add the hot water into the machine, and stir. From there, brew for at least 4 minutes and plunge the press slowly to separate the grounds from your drink. Serve immediately or transfer it into a carafe and enjoy it later.
Pour-Over
With a pour-over coffee maker, you only need to boil some water in a kettle and give it at least a minute to cool a bit. Meanwhile, grind whole coffee beans to a consistent table salt texture and add the grounds to the filter in your coffee maker.
Next, pour water on the grounds so that they are completely saturated from the center outwards. Just before the coffee starts to drip through the filter, stop pouring water over your grounds. After about 3-4 minutes, remove the filter, serve your coffee, and enjoy.
Drip
As you might have already guessed, you need a drip coffee maker for this method, which allows you to make up to 12 cups of the beverage in one go. You only need to grind your beans to a uniform texture (like table salt size) and transfer the grounds into a filter basket in your drop machine.
Add water over your ground coffee, pouring some into the back of the machine. Turn the button on and give it a few minutes, so the brew stops bubbling and you’re all set to serve.m Good coffee is refreshing and energizing.
It’s even more beneficial and convenient if you can make it from home or your office whenever you need it. With the few tips and techniques above, you may no longer need to waste time, money, and energy queuing every day at the nearest coffee shop for your daily shot of energy.
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