(The latter two didn’t make it to the meme.) As a Latte aficionado, Aeropress resonates best with me. My experiments have led me to the Moka pot, French Press, Drip coffee (pour over), and Aeropress. There exist at least ten diverse brewing methods. Then comes the pivotal step that Baristas are celebrated for-brewing. While some people resort to refrigeration for longevity, I’ve not found substantial differences. Typically, high-quality beans retain their taste for two weeks, or up to four weeks when stored in an airtight container. Freshly roasted beans boast a robust aroma and taste compared to month-old ones, like those you might encounter at Starbucks. Given the profound influence of beans, their freshness significantly affects the overall experience. Hence, light roasts are often more bitter than dark roasts, a fact contrary to common belief. Coffee seeds are inherently bitter, and roasting mellows this bitterness, unveiling the true flavors. The roasting process also plays a crucial role in shaping coffee’s taste. Starbucks must’ve used additional flavours or syrups as their beans neither smelled good, nor tasted good. As for Asian varieties (from Indonesia □□, Vietnam □□, India □□), they bear a subtle spice kick, which explains the scarcity of such origins in American cafes.īlue Tokai’s Attikan Estate (grown in Biligiriranga Hills in Karnataka □□),Ītomic Coffee Roasters' Black Velvet (grown in Honduras & Guatemala), and Gimme! Coffee’sĮternal Flame have been my favourite. Conversely, South American beans (primarily from Colombia □□ and Brazil □□) impart a nutty, caramel-like note. African coffee, primarily from Kenya □□, Ethiopia □□, and Rwanda □□, offers a delightful fruity sweetness. The environment in which coffee grows, specifically the soil and climate, further impacts its flavor. For instance, single-origin coffee, where beans are sourced solely from one region, usually outshines blends, which mix beans from multiple origins. The roots of a coffee bean can dictate much of its taste profile. About Publications Projects Blog Talks Notes Newsletter What makes a good coffee? This piece explores the intricacies of coffee, from the influence of its origin and roasting process to the importance of freshness and brewing techniques, primarily from my experience.Įver since I began chronicling my coffee journey, things have become intriguingly more flavorful.
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