We always suggest you purchase whole bean coffee to grind as needed While you can use packaged ground coffee, we believe that the grinds yield the best taste when brewed immediately after they’ve been freshly ground. Should I grind my own coffee for cold brew? The beauty of Cold Brew is you really don’t need … Read more
Does a burr grinder make a difference? Yes, a burr grinder makes a difference This type of grinder allows you to change the distance between the burrs so you have more control over your grind size. They also achieve more consistent grounds when compared to other grinders. Are burr grinders really better? Most coffee lovers … Read more
In general, if you brew coffee that is ground too coarse, the coffee can be under-extracted (weak), and less flavorful. If your coffee is ground too fine, however, the coffee can be over-extracted and bitter. Small changes in grind size can drastically affect the taste of your final brew Does a fine grind make stronger … Read more
You will have a greater chance of brewing an exceptional cup of coffee if you have greater control over the brewing process. This means that grinding your own beans gives you greater control over the grind size , which has a huge impact on the flavour. Is it healthier to grind your own coffee beans? … Read more
It is also worth noting that you can re-use your aeropress filters. Simply remove the filter after making your coffee and rinse it with clean water To dry, place it back in the filter cap ready for its next use! You can keep doing this until you feel like you want to use a brand … Read more
Due to the differences in brewing methods, pour overs tend to have more flavor than regular drip coffee Since the brewing process typically takes longer, the flavor tends to be more vibrant. This is because the water has more time to pull the flavors and oils from the grounds. Is pour over or drip better? … Read more
“ Using a scale helps you find out where you’re making mistakes It really eliminates the mystery of weight and ratio, so you can focus more on pertinent variables, like grind size and coffee origin,” says Kelly. A digital scale helps you to achieve this certainty—not just once, but every time you brew. Do I … Read more
The FLUSH alert on the breville espresso machine means that you need to perform the flush cleaning cycle, often called the backflush This cycle cleans the group head from oil residue. What is the best setting for Breville espresso machine? Set the grind size to 5 , this is the number Breville recommends. You probably … Read more
Before using your new moka pot for the first time, fill the bottom chamber with cool fresh water up to the level of the pressure relief valve. Put some unwanted old used coffee grounds in the filter basket, attach the top, and allow it to brew. The first pot of coffee you brew in this … Read more
The baratza virtuoso grinder can do espresso but it’s incredibly limited to how dialed in you can get—that’s why there are so many grinders specifically designed for espresso. Even at the finest setting, we felt it would be better suited for a pressurized portafilter. Is Baratza virtuoso good enough for espresso? The Baratza Virtuoso is … Read more