water

It’s pretty obvious that a cup of coffee is largely made up of water. 98%, in fact. Which means that the quality of water plays a significant role in the taste of coffee.

For those who want to get the best cup, here are a few basic coffee water brewing principles and tips.

pH Level

pH is an indicator of acidity and alkalinity. A pH level of less than 7 indicates an acidic solution whereas a level of more than 8 indicates an alkaline solution.

For coffee brewing, a higher pH level means greater extraction of flavours – but that doesn’t mean you should be using water that is on either spectrum of the pH range. According to the Specialty Coffee Association (SCAA), the recommended pH is between 6.5 and 7.5 to ensure that your cup of coffee is well-balanced.

Soft or Hard Water

Espresso – a full-bodied, concentrated shot of coffee that forms the foundation of every caffeinated drink. It is so important to perfect that single shot.

Brewing a barista-quality shot of espresso isn’t as complicated as you think. With the right knowledge and equipment, you can pull a flawless shot at home every time.

The Bean

We’re here to help you make great coffee within the comfort of your home every day. Sure, sorting out a cup of flawless espresso begins with a reliable fully automatic coffee machine, but these machines too require some tweaking and dialing-in.

Here are some tips, tricks and everything you need to know to ensure you are getting the most out of your fully automatic coffee machine.

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