My coffee goes flat?!
My coffee goes flat?
even when i keep it in freezer..i thought about buying it in very small amounts..also.what water is best to brew my coffee.i think water has a lot to do w/ the taste.bottled water i mean
Answers:
You should buy whole bean coffee and keep the beans in the freezer. Grind only enough beans for the pot you are going to make. I use cold bottled water. Discard the coffee you have not drank after 1 hour. Have you tried a French coffee press?
Try buying it in bean form, and grinding only what you will use in a day or two. Even the beans lose their flavor if stored too long. I don't buy any more than I will use in a week.
Of course, bottled water is best. Normal tap water has too much chlorine, and chlorine changes the taste of coffee.
It is a good idea to buy in smaller amounts. Typically you should buy what you would use in 7-10 days.
Also, keeping it in the freezer actually does more damage and does not keep it fresh. The condensation from taking it out of the freezer (into room temp) then back to the freezer, causes it to go stale faster.
Purified water definitely make a difference in the taste. No particular brand...just not tap water.
Whole bean coffee stores well in an air-tight container in one's freezer for up to 6 months. Only grind what you plan to brew immediately, up to 8 hours in advance of preparation (my rule, more strict than most). The delicate oils in coffee degrade quickly, so air exposure is a major factor.
Distilled bottled or filtered tap water are preferable. I'm rural and have spring-fed well water. Limestone and calcium deposits are a challenge. Clean your brewing system regularly. It will prolong the life of your system and keep your coffee tasting great.
Bleached white paper filters are horrible! Bleach. Enough said. The "natural" brown filters are a little better, but not much. A wise and eco-friendly option is to invest in a good re-usable gold filter. They're much easier to find and more affordable than they were even a decade ago. Plus, a gold filter will save you money in the long run. Hope these tips from a coffee veteran help!