1.Pour-Over Coffee Brewing Method
This is known for producing a clean and well balanced cup of coffee. Pour-over coffee method involves pouring hot water over coffee grounds held in a filter. This process allows for optimum extraction of the coffee’s flavors and aromatics.
The pour should be slow and steady in a circular motion, starting from the center and moving outward, allowing the coffee grounds to be evenly saturated.
Pour-over coffee tends to have a more controlled extraction process.
2.French Press Coffee Brewing Method
French press is another popular coffee brewing method that uses a plunger to separate coffee grounds from the water.
French press allows for full immersion of the coffee grounds, giving it a possibility of resulting into a more robust and bold flavor.
3.Espresso Extraction
Espresso is a concentrated
form of coffee made by forcing hot water through finely ground coffee under high pressure by using an espresso machine.
Espresso extraction produces a stronger, more intense flavor and a thicker, creamier texture. Espresso coffee and its variations cater to those who prefer a more intense and rich coffee experience.
Coffee-based drinks made by Espresso Extraction
- Cappuccino
Cappuccino is an espresso-based coffee drink traditionally prepared with steamed milk, including a layer of milk foam.
- Mocha
Mocha is a rich, chocolate-infused coffee drink made with espresso, steamed milk, chocolate syrup or cocoa powder, and often topped with whipped cream.
- Macchiato
A macchiato is an espresso-based coffee drink marked by a small dollop of steamed milk and foam, adding a touch of creaminess to the bold espresso flavor.
- Ristretto
Ristretto is a short shot of espresso, normally half the volume of a standard espresso.
- Latte
A latte comprises of a shot of espresso, steamed milk and a layer of foam on top. Lattes can be both hot and cold.
Here is a listing of a few hot and cold drinks that could ease your work when selecting a preference.
Hot Latte drinks
- Spanish latte
- Café latte
Cold Latte drinks
- Iced latte
- Iced Spanish latte
4.Aero Press Coffee Brewing Method
The Aero Press technique is a filtered full immersion brewing method involving pressure.
The coffee basically sits in water and is then filtered finely with a paper filter. The Aero Press does offer a dense cup with clarity. Grind size significantly affects the extraction of flavors in your coffee. Varying grind size impacts brew time and flavor intensity.
- A medium-fine grind gives a balanced cup.
- For a milder taste, try coarser grinds.
- Finer grinds if you prefer a bolder flavor.
Brew time plays a crucial role in flavor development while using the Aero Press technique. A few seconds can make a difference in taste.
- For optimal extraction, aim for a brew time of 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Shorten the brew time for lighter and brighter flavors.
- Prolong the brew time for deeper and more robust profiles.
Tip: Brewing espresso and then diluting it with hot water makes a smoother cup of coffee compared to pressing an entire cup of water through the coffee grounds. Pushing too much water through the coffee grounds produces bitterness and acidity.
References:
Unicut ”Barista Training. Keep coffee simple” BARISTA-TRAINING_UNICUT.pdf
