Resources — Coffee

Sarah White
Closeup three spoons with ground coffee, coffee beans

Coffee Roasts: Light vs. Dark

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...

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Sarah White
Closeup espresso shot pouring from portafilter

How to Brew: Espresso Coffee

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. 

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Sarah White
White coffee mug with black coffee on marble counter

How to Brew: Drip Coffee Maker

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. 

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Sarah White
Water poured from kettle into french press on scale

How to Brew: French Press Coffee

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!

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