The journey of making coffee beans yourself, a comprehensive exploration from bean to cup

This article explores the journey of coffee beans from bean to cup. It introduces the types, origins and purchasing tips of coffee beans, as well as the roasting methods of coffee beans, including key factors such as temperature control and time control. The article also explains the storage and grinding methods of coffee beans to ensure the quality and taste of coffee beans. The article emphasizes the water temperature and ratio that need to be paid attention to when brewing coffee, helping readers enjoy a perfect coffee experience.

Coffee, this intoxicating drink, has become an indispensable part of modern people's lives. Walking down the streets, you can see all kinds of coffee shops everywhere. Behind this rich aroma, have you ever thought about the magical transformation of coffee beans? Are you curious about the whole process of coffee making? Let's walk into this mysterious journey together and explore how coffee beans are transformed from raw materials to the fine brew in the cup.

1. The Origin of Coffee Beans

Everything starts with coffee beans. Coffee beans are not the beans we commonly see, but the core of the coffee tree fruit. Coffee trees grow in tropical and subtropical regions and require plenty of sunlight and a suitable climate. After the ripe coffee fruits are picked, the coffee beans inside the fruits need to be processed to remove the shells and obtain beans suitable for baking.

2. Coffee Bean Processing

There are many ways to process coffee beans, the most common ones are sun drying and water washing. These methods not only affect the taste and quality of the coffee beans, but also determine the soul of a cup of coffee.

The sun-drying method, as the name suggests, is to place the coffee berries in the sun to dry naturally. The coffee beans processed by this method have a unique fruity aroma and sweetness. The water-washing method removes harmful substances on the outer layer of the fruit through water flow, making the beans cleaner and more transparent.

3. Baking

After the processed coffee beans, the next step is the key roasting step. Roasting is an art as well as a science. Different roasting degrees will give the coffee beans different colors and tastes. Lightly roasted beans have rich fruity acids and floral aromas, while deeply roasted beans have rich chocolate and caramel aromas.

4. Grinding

After roasting, the coffee beans need to be ground into particles of a size suitable for brewing. Different degrees of grinding will affect the taste and extraction speed of the coffee. Fine grinding is suitable for espresso, while coarse grinding is suitable for cold brew or drip coffee.

5. The whole process of making coffee

With the roasted coffee beans, the next step is the most anticipated production process.

We need to prepare a coffee machine or hand-brewing tools, put the ground coffee beans into the coffee machine grinder, and extract the essence of the coffee beans - coffee - through high-pressure steam or manual brewing. At this moment, the aroma of the beans spreads quickly like a bird out of a cage.

Now it’s time to enjoy! Pour the extracted coffee into the cup, smell the rich aroma, and taste this delicious drink. This cup of coffee is not just a drink, but the result of our careful production. It is the essence of the whole process from the growth of coffee beans to the cup.

During this magical journey, we felt the charm and magic of coffee beans. From beans to cups, every link is full of knowledge and fun. Only those who truly understand this process can truly taste the charm and beauty of coffee. Let us continue to explore this wonderful world of coffee!