Sick of reaching for your lousy office coffee pot for the morning buzz? You can stop by the overpriced coffee shop down the street, but the daily store-bought coffee is a big drain on your wallet. Instead, consider these three modern brewing methods to improve your in-home barista skills without going there barista training and help brew the best cup of coffee before heading out every morning:
The French press is not as complicated as it seems.
This java tool is a low-tech, easy-to-transport way of making an awesome cup of coffee (or multiple cups, with the larger model). The brewing process by pressing the grounds rather than using paper filters allows for the extraction of the coffee’s intense natural flavours. Keep the device on your kitchen counter or office desk for on-demand caffeine convenience.
Pros: Retains coffee bean oil and offers intense extraction of flavor components.
Con: Cleaning can be a bit messier than other devices.
Recommended coffee grounds: Coarse.
Get “under pressure” with the Moka pot.
This aesthetically pleasing Italian set is experiencing a renaissance thanks to its strong and flavorful coffee output. Each cup is highly concentrated, brewing a black coffee that’s similar in strength to that of a traditional espresso maker. Capture both sweet and spicy flavors expertly, like the new Gevalia Special Reserve Papua New Guinea Fine Ground, which is especially milled for the brewing of Moka pot beer. Prettier than pricey electronic alternatives, this compact device is a definite kitchen conversation starter.
Pros: Makes coffee or espresso thick, dense and flavorful.
Con: Requires careful supervision to avoid burning the coffee.
Recommended coffee grounds: Good.
Take a pour.
This easy method requires slow, steady pouring through a sturdy spout that sits over the top of your single cup of coffee. You can easily control the strength of the coffee based on how much you measure into the pour, and it is ready in no time – making it the quick morning choice. Coffee aficionados agree that pour overs highlight rich, rounded, and complicated coffee aromas with a cleaner taste than conventional coffee pots. Keep in mind that the slower the pouring, the more flavorful the coffee will be.
Pros: Dishwasher safe and excellent for one-person households.
Con: Demands a pre-caffeinated focus to pour in a gentle stream of coffee.
Recommended coffee grounds: Good.
Coffee does not must be expensive or bitter in taste.
Use any of the above brewing methods in the comfort of your home for delicious, rich coffee every time – your taste buds (and your bank account) will thank you. For at-home coffee inspiration or to learn more about the Gevalia Special Reserves line, visit the Gevalia Facebook page.
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