Take the coffee beans home and enjoy the aroma of coffee

Coffee Bean Selection

To enjoy the aroma of coffee, you first need to choose the right coffee beans. There are a variety of coffee beans from different origins and roasting levels available on the market. For those who like a strong taste, you can choose deeply roasted Brazilian or Colombian coffee beans; while those who like a fresh taste can try some medium roasted Ethiopian or Kenyan coffee beans.

Grinding method

In order to ensure that every cup of coffee can release the best flavor, we need to grind the selected coffee beans. Different types of brewing equipment require coffee powder of different coarseness to achieve the best effect. For example, the French press is suitable for coarser particle size; while the hand brewing pot requires a finer and more uniform particle size.

Brewing method

After you have selected and ground the coffee beans that suit your taste and equipment requirements, you can start brewing coffee. Here are some common brewing methods:

1. French press: Pour an appropriate amount of coffee powder into the pot, add hot water and stir evenly, then cover the filter and piston, wait for a while and press the piston.

2. Drip coffee machine: Place the filter paper in the drip basket, add the appropriate amount of coffee powder and spread it evenly. Then pour hot water into the water tank, turn on the machine and wait for it to finish.

3. Hand brewing kettle: Preheat the kettle and cup with hot water first, and wet the filter paper with a small amount of hot water. Then put an appropriate amount of coffee powder on the filter paper and slowly pour in a portion of hot water to soak it. When the expansion stops, slowly pour in the remaining hot water.

Taste and adjust

Everyone has different preferences for coffee flavors. After tasting the first cup of homemade coffee, you can adjust it according to your personal taste. If you think the taste is too strong, you can reduce the amount of coffee powder or extend the brewing time; if you think the taste is too light, you can increase the amount of coffee powder or shorten the brewing time.

Storage and preservation

In order to keep the coffee beans fresh and flavorful, we need to store them correctly. First, after buying them, the coffee beans should be placed in a sealed container and stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Secondly, avoid opening the container frequently to prevent air from entering and affecting the quality. Finally, try not to open the whole bag of coffee beans before use, so that it can keep its freshness longer.

Conclusion

With the coffee beans you have selected and processed, you can go home and enjoy the delicious and mellow homemade coffee. By choosing the right beans, using the right grinding method and brewing method, and adjusting and improving according to your personal taste, you will definitely find your favorite cup of perfect coffee.