Superior coffee beans, check. Clean, delicious water, check. The final piece of the “how to make the perfect cup of coffee” puzzle is high-quality equipment. Here’s what you’ll need: Filters Don’t skimp on filters. Look for “oxygen-bleached” or “dioxin-free” paper filters....
To make cold brew, you need to soak the coarse-ground coffee in room-temperature water for 12-24 hours. Coffee flavor The beverage is less bitter and less acidic than standard hot coffee. It's also more concentrated. Easy to prepare Unique taste without bitterness Long shelf life as a ...
The cleaning schedule for your coffee machine will largely depend on how often you use it. If you're an everyday brewer, a good rule of thumb is to deep clean your coffee machine once a month. For less frequent users, cleaning with vinegar can wait every three to six months. However,...
A grind too fine will allow more soluble solids to pass through the filter, especially if you are using non-paper filters. This will make coffee less clear, which will disappoint many drip coffee lovers. (It will get it closer to espresso and Turkish coffee.) If you like stronger coffee,...
The best way to make espresso? With an espresso machine! Here’s what to know: A countertop espresso machine makes the best tasting espresso, bar none. It tastes even as good as a coffeeshop, with a rich layer of crema. This type of machine is similar to what you’d see a barista...
Break out your bean grinders and come to attention because barista class is in session! Join Kaleena Teoh and Chi Sum Ngai, owners of Coffee Project NY, as they teach us how to make (almost) every espresso drink your average coffee consumer could come ac
Yes! This makes a remarkable difference in coffee quality. Strong brewing, great beans, or other tricks won’t make up for funky water. What’s the best grind for a Chemex? Table salt consistency. If your coffee ends up tasting dry or bitter, you probably need to use a coarser grind....
Water is everything when it comes to making coffee. The type of water that you use can make a big difference when you are preparing your coffee at home. Tap water can leave your coffee tasting bitter and the chlorine in the water makes your coffee taste off. ...
Where a great espresso shot is balanced and has some sweetness playing with the many levels of bitter, when it’s iced, all that sweet hides and fades away. To truly enjoy the drink, a modifier is called for – either some sugar in the glassware before brewing, or add some whipped crea...
Discover where aperitivo hour comes from, and which ingredients you need to participate in this beloved Italian ritual. More Aperol Products Aperol is the perfect drink for get-togethers everywhere. DiscoverAperol’s bittersweet flavor and tasting notes...