How to prepare coffee.
Welcome to the Brewing Methods Guide!
Coffee is a wonderful beverage that can be enjoyed in many ways. Whether you're just starting your coffee journey or are an expert, we hope you'll find it helpful. St. Augustine can be your companion in your experience with this delicious brew. On this page, you'll find recipes we love and use, along with some keywords and tools to help you feel more confident in the coffee-making process.
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What is a “coffee brewing method”?
It refers to the way you prepare your coffee. Some people prefer to do it with a Aeropress, others with a drip coffee maker, and others just need an espresso. Each method has its own specific characteristics and requirements, and it's important to choose the one that best suits your personal needs and preferences.
What is the ratio?
The ratio is the proportion of coffee and water used to prepare the coffee. The lower the ratio, the stronger the coffee flavor. For example, if you use 10 grams of coffee and 150 grams of water, the ratio is 1:15. For espresso, a ratio of 1:2 to 1:3 is the ideal ratio, such as 20 grams of coffee and 40 grams of water, which gives a ratio of 1:2. The ratio influences the intensity of the coffee flavor and is important to consider when preparing it.
Adjusting the coffee grinder
The adjustment of the grinder It's a key step in the coffee-making process. The size and uniformity of the ground beans directly affect the intensity and flavor of the coffee. Additionally, the grinder setting also affects the extraction time and ratio. Therefore, it's important to pay attention to the grind setting to get the best possible result in your cup of coffee.
To adjust your grinder, you must first determine the ratio you'll be using and select the appropriate grind. You can do this by experimenting with different grinds and tasting the coffee while you're at it, until you find the one that best suits your taste criteria and desired ratio.
Coffee tasting
Your palate is the best tool when adjusting your coffee. Taste is subjective, so in theory, there's no wrong answer, but what you're tasting can guide you toward the best possible course. At San Agustín, we only buy excellent coffees and make balanced, sweet, and clean roasts to represent that excellence in the cup. If that doesn't come across in your cup, something needs to be readjusted. For example, a sour-tasting espresso may indicate that the coffee needs more contact time with the water, or if filter coffee tastes dry and bitter, it may need less contact time with the water, so you can adjust a coarser grind.
Most of the time, you'll hear coffee professionals talk about cupping coffee, acidity, sweetness, balance, and complexity. It can seem a bit overwhelming at first. But remember, none of these people started tasting coffee knowing how to describe it. It all takes time, practice, and a lot of association with flavor.
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