The simple method of making coffee beans into fragrant coffee

Origins and types of coffee

Coffee is a drink made from coffee beans that originated in Africa. There are many different types of coffee beans on the market, including Arabica, Robusta, etc. Each type of bean has its own unique flavor and taste.

Choosing the right coffee beans

To make a delicious coffee, you first need to choose the right coffee beans. It is recommended to choose beans that are fresh, uniform in color, and have no obvious defects. In addition, choose beans of different origins and roasting degrees according to your personal taste preferences.

Grinding and storage

Grinding the selected coffee beans is one of the essential steps in making aromatic coffee. You can use a professional-grade or household electric or manual grinder to grind them.

To maintain freshness, try to avoid opening after purchase and store unused portion in a clean, tightly sealed container away from sunlight.

Brewing coffee

There are many ways to brew coffee. Here is a simple method:

Material preparation

- Coffee beans: appropriate amount

- Hot water: appropriate amount

- Filter paper or metal filter: 1

- Kettle or coffee machine: 1

- Other auxiliary tools (such as stirring sticks, timers, etc.)

Step 1: Grind the coffee beans

Put the selected coffee beans into the grinder and grind them. Choose the appropriate coarseness according to your personal taste preference. Generally speaking, coarse grinding is suitable for hand brewing and filter brewing.

Step 2: Prepare the filter and pot

Place filter paper or a metal filter into the strainer and place it over the pot. Make sure there are no gaps between the strainer and the pot.

Step 3: Add water to preheat and soak the filter paper (optional)

(a) If using a glass jug, preheat the jug with hot water before pouring it out.

(b) Soak the filter paper and fix it on the filter. This will remove the paper smell and improve the taste of the coffee.

Step 4: Brew coffee

(a) Place an appropriate amount of ground coffee beans into the filter.

(b) Use the appropriate amount of hot water to brew the coffee beans. It is recommended to use a water temperature between 90°C-96°C (195°F-205°F) to fully release the aroma and flavor of the coffee beans.

(c) Wait for about 4-5 minutes to allow the coffee to seep out slowly.

Step 5: Enjoy the delicious coffee

When all the water flows through the filter into the pot, you can enjoy freshly brewed, delicious coffee! Add milk, sugar or other seasonings according to your personal taste preferences.

Tips:

- It is recommended to brew only the required amount each time to avoid waste and reduce freshness.

- Temperature, time and ratio are key factors in brewing coffee and can be adjusted according to personal taste preferences.

- Use warm water when cleaning the coffee pot and filter, and avoid using soap or detergent.

Conclusion

By choosing the right coffee beans, grinding, brewing and other steps, we can make delicious coffee at home. I hope the above methods can help friends who love coffee!