Grinding coffee beans: you have to pay attention to this
How good your coffee tastes also depends on whether you grind the coffee beans correctly. The method of preparation determines the optimal degree of grinding of the coffee beans. We have a few tips for you on how to lay the foundation for perfect coffee enjoyment.
Grinding coffee beans - sometimes coarse, sometimes fine
If you grind your coffee yourself, you can influence the taste of the coffee with the right degree of grinding.
- The basic rule is: the coarser a coffee is ground, the longer it will have to brew to develop the full aroma. The finer the coffee beans are ground, the larger the surface of the coffee. Then it releases its aromas very quickly into the water.
- With an espresso from the portafilter or a mocha, the coffee comes into contact with the hot water relatively briefly. The same applies to the fully automatic coffee machine.
- Grind your coffee very finely for these types of preparation, as many flavors as possible can form in this short time and the coffee tastes really delicious.
- On the other hand, use an espresso maker or brew your coffee in the filter if the coffee is not so finely ground. Otherwise it will easily become bitter. A medium degree of grinding is best suited.
- If you prefer preparation in a French press, also known as a press stamp jug, the coffee beans are best only coarsely ground. Here the coffee brews in the hot water for quite a while until the stamp is pressed down and the coffee grounds and the bottom of the jug are pressed.
- A cold brew coffee is prepared with cold water and has to brew for about 12 hours. Because of the long brewing time, the coffee beans should also be ground very roughly here.
- It doesn't matter whether you prefer an electric coffee grinder or a hand grinder. It is important that the coffee beans are not already heated during grinding. It is also ideal if you can individually adjust the degree of grinding on the mill.
In our next post, you will find out whether eating coffee beans is healthy.