So, what’s the difference between a light versus a dark roast coffee? Although the roasting procedures are typically quite similar, a light roast and dark roast coffee can vary greatly in their taste, flavour, and body. These differences are due largely to two variables: the roast duration and the roast temperature, which ultimately results in varying colours, moisture levels, and flavour profiles. Light Roast A light roast coffee will have a more pronounced acidity than a dark roast, and will have nicely developed flavours which reflect their origin. As a result, lighter roasts of coffee are known to have a more...
Brewing espresso recipes for single and double shots.
Level Ground Method
Single Espresso Recipe: 7-9g finely ground coffee for 1-1.5oz
Double Espresso Recipe: 17-18g finely ground coffee for 2-2.5oz
Finely ground with a firm tamp. Optimum extraction time is 20-30 seconds.
A quick and straight forward method for brewing coffee!
LEVEL GROUND METHOD
Recipe: 60g of medium-fine grind coffee per 1.6 litre carafe, or round half cup per 12 cup carafe
Always use clean cold water and operate as per manufacturer's recommendations.
Two quick step-by-step tutorials explaining how to use the french press brew method.
METHOD #1: LEVEL GROUND METHOD
Recipe: 55g coarse grind coffee, 1L of water
Add ground coffee into press.
Add water, just off the boil. Pour water in with lots of turbulence, saturating the grounds.
Stir with a non-metalic spoon.
Place the lid on, and press just below level.
Let stand for 4 minutes.
Pour. Enjoy!