Coffee is the solution to all the problems of our dying days. Whether it’s to open up our droopy eyelids, overcome a lack of energy, beat a cold chill or get over last night’s hangover, coffee takes care of it all. But everything goes to waste when you get bad coffee. You may not be a pro at making barista-style coffee, but making a great cup is no easy task. But why, after several tries, are you still unable to perfect a cup of coffee that you are satisfied with? You may be making these common mistakes:
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Avoid making these 5 mistakes when making coffee:
1. Not storing coffee properly:
If you buy pre-roasted coffee to save time and effort, there’s nothing wrong with that. But where you can go wrong is while storing them. You should know that there are many small holes in roasted beans that absorb moisture and change the flavor of the beans. So be sure to store them at room temperature in an air-tight container in a cool, dry place.
2. Don’t over grind the beans
Yes, it is a time-saving trick that you see everyone doing but if you want great taste in every cup, grinding beans in bulk and making a powder is also not a good idea. The fact is that powdered beans gradually lose their aroma and taste. So be sure to grind it in small batches and consume within a month.
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3. Again, don’t over-roast the beans
If you prefer to prepare your coffees from scratch and roast them yourself, try roasting just one week’s supply. and store Roasted Beans In an airtight jar to preserve its flavor.
4. Pouring Boiling Water Over Coffee
If you make your coffee on the stove, and if you boil water and immediately pour it over coffee powder, you need to stop! Hot boiling water can burn the coffee. The correct water temperature should be between 92 to 96 degree Celsius. A great trick is to boil water, wait 50 seconds to a minute for it to drop in temperature, and then pour it over the coffee.
5. Not using the right proportion of coffee and water
A common mistake is to consume too little or too much coffee. To make a good cuppa, 2 tablespoons of coffee grounds for every 180ml of water should give you a good tasting coffee.
A good cup of coffee can make anyone’s day. so make sure perfect coffee brew every time.
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About Neha GroverThe love of reading awakened his writing instinct. Neha is guilty of a deep set fixation with anything caffeinated. When she’s not pouring her thoughts on the screen, you can see her reading while sipping on a cup of coffee.