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Brewing Tips: Making the Perfect Cup of Anidaso Coffee
Water: The ideal temperature for brewing coffee is in the range of 195-205 degrees Fahrenheit. If you are using an automatic coffee machine the temperatures are monitored. If you are using a kettle, electric or stovetop, without a thermostat, once the water begins boiling remove it from the heat and let it stand for thirty seconds.
Since the primary ingredient in coffee is water, the quality of the water used plays a big role. We recommend filtered or bottled water because tap water has a number of minerals that can affect the natural flavor of the coffee, especially in areas with hard water.
Proportions: In general, it is recommended to use two tablespoons of coffee per six ounces of water.
Grind: The grind of your coffee is very important for proper extraction. There are two basic kinds of grinders that are available. One is a blade grinder, which is similar to a food processor in that the blade spins rapidly and uses gravity and motion to pulverize the beans. One drawback to the blade grinder is that the high-speed blade generates heat, which will affect the quality of the beans. The second, and recommended, is a burr grinder, which crushes the beans between a grinding wheel and a stationary surface. Burr grinders grind evenly, which results in a more balanced and consistent extraction than with a blade grinder.
Brewing: The following are our recommended brewing methods:
French Press: We strongly recommend a French Press as the best extraction method available, in that you have greater control over time and temperature. Additionally, the French Press offers unparalleled flavor due to perfect extraction time and delivery of the volatile oils that are often trapped in paper filters.
To brew: 1) set the proper amount of water to boil 2) grind the proper amount of beans on the most coarse setting 3) place the grounds at bottom of the glass 4) once the water has come to a boil, let it stand for thirty seconds, then pour atop the grounds so that they are all submerged 5) agitate the water slightly by either shaking or stirring 6) set the lid and plunger on the top and let it stand for three to four minutes 7) press the plunger to separate the grounds from the extracted coffee.
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Vacuum Pot: The vacuum pot is a unique way to prepare an exceptional cup of coffee. To brew using a stovetop vacuum pot: 1) add the proper amount of water to the bottom bulb 2) attach the filter to the upper bulb 3) fit the upper glass bulb tightly over the bottom glass bulb 4) place the vacuum pot on the stove making sure that the bottom bulb is completely dry on the outside 5) use a medium grind and add the proper amount of grounds 6) leave the pot on the stove for about three and a half minutes, or until the water from the lower chamber has flowed into the upper chamber 7) remove from the stove and place on a dry, heat resistant surface. Within thirty seconds the lower pot will cool enough to form a vacuum to pull the brewing coffee into the lower chamber, which separates it from the grounds.
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Automatic Drip Brewer: Automatic brewers allow for convenience and precision, though the paper filters trap much of the volatile oils that contribute greatly to the flavor. An important factor in using an automatic brewing system is to use a medium to fine coarseness, and freshly ground, as always, is preferred. Use the proper proportion of water and grounds, and it is preferable to remove from the heat quickly and transfer the remaining portion to an insulated container. This will avoid continued water reduction, which will give it a bitter or burnt taste
