Coffee has evolved from your quick pre-work pick-me-up drink to a lifestyle culture brewed across the globe. Depending on how you make your cup of joe, it will taste and smell completely different. Fancy café style espresso vs slow extracted cold brew coffee? Both will give you two different coffee personalities.
Are you passionate about coffee? Read on to learn about 5 cool methods of brewing coffee you can do at home or at your favorite café.
Types of coffee brewing
There are many different ways to brew coffee. These brewing methods include drip brewing, French press, pour-over, AeroPress, cold brew, and siphon coffee brewing. Each technique alters the extraction process of brewing coffee and creates different results in strength, smell, and texture.
- Drip Coffee
Let’s start with the basics. Drip coffee is one of the easiest and popular ways to brew coffee.
HOW-TO-MAKE: Place coffee grounds on a filter. Pour hot water into the filter using a machine. Coffee will drip into the pot below.
WHY WE LOVE IT:
- super quick & easy to make
- delivers the same great taste
- great for everyday drinking
- This method is best for brewing a no fuss cup of joe.
- French Press Coffee
French press coffee results in bold, strong coffee.
HOW-TO–MAKE: Add coarse grounds to the French Press Kettle. Pour hot water into the kettle. Allow coffee to sit for 4 minutes. Press down the filter with the handle.
WHY WE LOVE IT :
- full-bodied
- bold and strong coffee with natural coffee oils.
- Best suited for coffee lovers who enjoy drinking strong, restaurant-style coffee at home.
- Pour-Over Coffee
Pour-over coffee allows you to have control of your coffee brewing.
HOW-TO–MAKE: Slowly pour hot water in a circular direction over the coffee grounds in your filter cone.
WHY WE LOVE IT :
- Extracts natural flavors
- Makes you appreciate the aroma
- Highlights subtle notes in coffee
- Perfect brewing method for coffee aficionados who enjoy drinking light-bodied coffee with distinct flavors.
- AeroPress Coffee Brewing
AeroPress coffee is a modern manual coffee brewing method that is quick and portable.
HOW-TO-MAKE: Place coffee into the AeroPress brewing chamber. After a short steep, press down on the filter using maximum strength.
WHY WE LOVE IT :
- Fastest brewing method (takes less than 2 minutes)
- Delivers smooth flavor
- Portable design (great for when you travel)
- Siphon Coffee Brewing Method
If you’re looking for a visual experience then siphon coffee brewing is for you.
HOW-TO-MAKE: Place coffee into the top chamber. Vapor pressure will burn water pushing it up into the top chamber. Water will then mix with your grounds and then be filtered into the bottom chamber.
WHY WE LOVE IT :
- Clean, aromatic coffee
- Theatre style brewing method
Why do different coffee brewing methods change the taste of coffee?
- Different brewing methods impact coffee extraction by:
- Time
- Temperature
- Grind Size
- Pressure
Conclusion: Which will ultimately change the bitterness, aroma, and strength of your coffee. Coffee brewing has evolved into an art. Learn what brewing method best fits your mood and style of life.
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