Making your own coffee at home is a real treat, not only because you can savor the aroma of the coffee, but also because you can experience the unique roasting process. To get the best aroma and taste from the coffee beans, here are a few key steps.
First of all, it is very important to choose high-quality coffee beans. There are a variety of coffee beans available on the market, such as Arabica and Robusta. Arabica beans are generally considered a high-quality choice because they have lower acidity and bitterness and produce a more complex and aromatic taste. Of course, when purchasing, you should also pay attention to whether the origin, roasting date and other information are marked on the packaging.
Secondly, you need to grind the coffee beans into a powder that suits your taste before brewing. The size of the powder will be different for different types and flavors of coffee. For example, if you want to make a strong and full-bodied espresso, you need to use a finer and denser powder. If you like to brew a light-tasting filter coffee, you need to use a coarser powder. No matter which method you choose, make sure to grind it fresh before brewing to preserve the best flavor of the coffee beans.
Finally, controlling the water temperature and time during the brewing process is also key. Generally speaking, the appropriate water temperature is between 90℃-96℃. If the water temperature is too high, the coffee will become bitter, while if it is too low, the aroma and taste of the coffee beans may not be fully extracted. In addition, different types and taste characteristics of coffee also require different times for soaking or extraction. For example, espresso usually only takes a few tens of seconds to complete the extraction process; while filter coffee takes several minutes to achieve the ideal effect.
