If you enjoy a great cup of coffee to start off your day, then you will want to make sure it is the best cup of Joe that you can make. At Coco Crepes, Waffles & Coffee we value the superb gourmet coffee blends that we serve every day and take pride in being one of the best places for coffee in Houston, Texas. However, if you want to try your own hand at brewing up the perfect cup of Joe, then here are some simple tips that can help you maximize your morning coffee enjoyment by making the perfect cup of coffee! If you want to avoid the hard work, simply stop by and have a great tasting cup of coffee to start your day.
Buy Whole Beans
Getting your coffee beans whole and freshly roasted will help you get better coffee. Be wary of bulk bins in the grocery store as the beans can break down faster due to temperature and light exposure. Coffee beans packaged in durable vacuum-sealed bags are often the best way to go when buying whole coffee beans.
Keep Coffee Beans Fresh
Keep your beans fresh and stored in an air-tight container. Glass jars work very well for this. Do not refrigerate beans as they can absorb the odors and flavors from the other foods in the fridge. Also, it is best not to freeze coffee beans either as it can give them a bitter or stale taste. If possible, buy no more than a week’s supply at a time and store at room temperature.
Be Wise with Grinding
Coffee is very aromatic and tasty, but it starts losing that quality almost immediately after grinding. When you grind your beans only grind what you need for that pot of coffee. The best-tasting coffee is made with grounds that are grinded fresh just before brewing.
Too Much Heat is bad
Bitter coffee can be the result of using water that is too hot. The proper brewing temperature is 200°F, and when the coffee has brewed it has a fairly short life span in terms of freshness. Reheating and prolonged sitting on a hot bad will turn the best coffee into a bitter mess.
There is a lot of work that goes into brewing up the perfect cup of coffee, so if you would rather just enjoy the goodness without all the hassle and work, then head over to Coco Crepes, Waffles & Coffee.
Coco Crepes, Waffles & Coffee is one of the best places to go for delicious, freshly brewed coffee in Houston. Visit their website to view their menu options.
