The Art of Brewing Coffee: Methods and Precautions

Brewing coffee requires a certain art and method. The correct brewing method can bring a rich coffee aroma and taste. Before brewing, you need to select the coffee beans and grind them into the appropriate particle size, control the water temperature at around 90 degrees, and adjust the brewing time according to your preference. Pay attention to stirring evenly to avoid over-brewing and causing bitterness. After brewing, you need to taste it slowly and should not drink it too quickly. Brewing coffee is both an enjoyment and a ritual in daily life.

In busy modern life, a cup of fragrant coffee can often bring a little comfort to our lives. Brewing coffee seems simple, but it actually contains many skills and precautions. This article will explore the correct way to brew coffee and related precautions to help you brew the perfect coffee.

1. How to brew coffee

1. Manual brewing method

Manual brewing is the most classic brewing method. The tools needed are filter paper and filter cup. Put the ground coffee powder into the filter cup and pre-soak it with an appropriate amount of hot water to allow the coffee powder to fully expand. Then, slowly pour in hot water to allow the coffee powder to fully contact with the hot water to extract the aroma and taste of the coffee. This method requires carefulness and patience, but it can bring the purest coffee experience.

2. French filter press

The French press method is a simple and direct brewing method. Put the ground coffee powder into a cup, pour in hot water, and then stir gently with a stirring stick. After a few minutes, use a filter press to separate the coffee powder from the extracted coffee. This method allows the coffee powder to fully contact with the hot water, and the extracted coffee has a rich taste, but there may be some fine precipitation.

3. Drip filtration

The drip method is a more automated brewing method. Put the ground coffee powder into the filter of the drip filter, turn on the tap or press the switch, and the hot water automatically flows through the coffee powder, and the extracted coffee flows directly into the cup. This method is convenient and fast, but the taste of the coffee may be affected due to improper control of water flow rate and temperature.

2. Precautions for brewing coffee

1. Choose the right coffee beans and grind

Different coffee beans and grinding degrees will affect the taste and aroma of coffee. Dark roasted coffee beans have a rich taste and are suitable for adding milk or sugar to blend; light roasted coffee beans have a fresh taste and are suitable for drinking alone. The grinding degree should also be selected according to the brewing method. Fine grinding is suitable for manual brewing and French press, while coarse grinding is suitable for drip filtering.

2. Control water temperature

Controlling the water temperature is the key to brewing coffee. The best extraction temperature for coffee beans is 90℃-96℃. Too high water temperature will cause over-extraction of coffee and a bitter taste; too low water temperature will lead to insufficient extraction, affecting the aroma and taste of the coffee.

3. Add appropriate amount of hot water

During the brewing process, add hot water in an appropriate amount, avoiding too much or too little. Too much hot water will make the coffee taste light, while too little hot water may make the coffee too strong. Also control the speed and angle of water injection to avoid washing away too much fine powder and affecting the taste.

4. Avoid over-stirring

When stirring coffee, avoid over-stirring to prevent excessive foam and impurities. Moderate stirring can make the coffee more uniform and taste smoother.

5. Clean the coffee machine in time

Clean the coffee machine or brewing tools promptly after use to avoid residue affecting the next brewing effect. Regular cleaning can also extend the service life of the coffee machine or tools.

After mastering the correct brewing method and precautions, you can easily brew fragrant and delicious coffee. Different coffee beans, grinding degree, water temperature, water volume and brewing methods will affect the taste and aroma of the coffee. This requires us to constantly explore and try in practice. Enjoy the brewing process!