How to make good coffee?

Making great coffee is both an art and a science . Combining different settings can transform a simple cup into a unique experience . In this article, we'll give you some tips for making great coffee at home.

1. The choice of coffee

The secret to good coffee starts with the choice of beans :

• Whole bean coffee retains its aroma much longer than ground coffee. It also requires a grinder.
• Choosing the origin of your coffee is essential: The type of coffee: Arabica/Robusta is already an important first element. You can also make a blend of these two varieties. Arabica will bring you more subtle notes, more aromas but also more acidity in the mouth. Robusta will bring more strength and bitterness, a reminder of the Italian ristretto, it also contains more caffeine than Arabica.
• The choice of coffee varieties (Typica, Geisha, Bourbon) and then the origins are important elements in adapting the coffee to your tastes: an Ethiopian coffee for floral and fruity notes, a Brazilian coffee for its low acidity and chocolate aromas.
• An artisanal roast : it enhances the natural characteristics of the coffee by developing the aromas contained in the bean.

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2. The grinding

The fineness of the grind (granulometry) is a fundamental adjustment that directly influences the extraction of the coffee and therefore the taste in the cup. The basic principle is that the coarser the grind, the faster the extraction will be , and conversely, the finer the grind, the slower the extraction will be .

Not all preparations require the same granulometry: espresso needs a fine grind because the preparation time is short: around 30 seconds, whereas for a plunger and its 4 minutes of preparation, a coarser grind is suitable.

Therefore, it is not recommended to buy pre-ground coffee with a fixed grind.

Why grind your own coffee?

Whole bean coffee preserves its aromas much longer than ground coffee, as once the bean is ground it loses the oils and aromatic compounds it contains. By grinding to order, you can enjoy fresh and tasty coffee .

Sensory experience

Nothing beats the pleasure of smelling the aromas of freshly ground coffee . It's a ritual that connects you even more with your coffee.

The different types of grinding

Grind your coffee well

First, you need to use a quality grinder to achieve a consistent grind. Choose a grinder with flat or conical burrs for a consistent grind that's tailored to your extraction needs.

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Adjust the grind

Feel free to experiment with different grinds to find the one that best suits your brewing method and desired cup result. An important factor to consider is the freshness of the coffee and the roasting degree.

Mistakes to avoid

A grind that is unsuitable for your extraction method: a grind that is too fine for a plunger can cause deposits in the cup.

Using a poor quality or poorly maintained grinder can produce an uneven grind and alter the taste of the coffee.

Investing in a mill

Since grinding is a crucial step in achieving a good cup of coffee, we strongly recommend investing in a quality grinder. This way, you can customize your grind size, and if properly maintained, it's a tool that will last for many years.

In conclusion , grinding your coffee at home is a small effort but can make a big difference. It will allow you to obtain a cup that is always fresh and adapted to the extraction you have chosen.

3. The different types of coffee makers

There are so many different types of coffee makers out there, it can be difficult to choose from all these options. Each brewing method offers a unique experience, with different flavors and textures . In this section, we'll help you choose the one that best suits your tastes.

Turkish coffee, Cezve

This ancestral method is not only drunk in Turkey, but also in the Middle East, the Balkans, Armenia, North Africa. It is an ancestral method that offers an intense coffee . The coffee and water are brought to a boil in a cezve to release the aromas. After tasting, tradition dictates that the cup is turned upside down in the saucer in order to read the future in the patterns left by the coffee grounds in the cup.

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The espresso machine

Perfect for a short, intense coffee, prepared by the cup . The beverage is characterized by the presence of a crema on the surface. On average, an espresso is 10 times more concentrated than a filter coffee. The principle is to use high pressure to extract the aromas of the coffee.

Italian coffee maker or Moka

Patented in 1932 by Alfonso Bialetti, this coffee maker produces a strong and concentrated coffee , similar to espresso. Water heated under pressure (1.5 bar) passes through the ground coffee to extract the aromas. Traditionally made of aluminum, the moka pot also exists in stainless steel and is available in different sizes.

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Filter coffee maker

Unlike espresso, there are several options for preparing filter coffee, which can be classified into two families:

By immersion or by filtration.

• By immersion : this involves leaving the ground coffee in contact with hot water for a certain time and then separating them to obtain drinkable coffee.
• By filtration : This involves extracting the coffee through a filter containing the ground coffee. Hot water is poured into the filter containing the ground coffee. The hot water passes through the ground coffee, then the filter, and flows into a container with the coffee's aromas and oils. Here, the contact time between the water and the coffee will depend on the fineness of the grind: the finer the grind, the longer the contact time.

To make filter coffee, you will need: Ideally freshly roasted coffee , a grinder , scales , a kettle , and the coffee maker with its filter .

The different types of filter coffee makers are:

	The Piston or French press This is the easiest method. The resulting coffee has a lot of body and more texture than other methods. See the French Press collection
	The Aeropress Also very easy to use, it allows for a fairly rapid extraction and thanks to the paper filter there is less sediment left in the cup than with the piston. View product
	The clever Coffee Dripper Immersion method, it allows you to obtain a cup with very little sediment. View product
	The siphon Certainly the most spectacular of the methods, it allows you to obtain a very clear, very clean cup.
	The V60 Marketed by the Japanese company Hario, the V60 is a 60-degree V-shaped filter holder. It's a very good compromise between clarity and cup body. View product
	The Chemex This is a complete hourglass-shaped coffee maker: the upper part houses the filter and the lower part serves as a carafe. This method produces a very fine coffee with great aromatic clarity. View product
	The electric coffee maker Invented in the 1950s, it became popular in the 1970s. It allows you to obtain a very balanced cup, but with little body containing less frank aromas. This method is very easy to use and allows you to make large quantities of coffee.

At Broasters Coffee, we offer a wide range of coffee makers to suit your needs :

• Handcrafted and traditional models
• Modern coffee makers renowned for their design and quality

Choosing the right coffee maker depends on your tastes and lifestyle. Either way, prepare yourself for a unique experience by choosing a Broasters coffee maker.

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