Do you ever go to someone's house or to a coffee shop and wonder why the coffee you brew at home never tastes as good? Well, you simply may not be as coffee savvy as others are. That is about to change; this article will give you tips to make a perfect pot of coffee.
If you love coffee but are considered about your weight, then add some Stevia in your coffee rather than sugar or creams. Stevia is completely natural and comes from plants; therefore, it can sweeten your coffee without the added glucose that can impact your weight. It is readily available in health food shops and higher-end groceries.
If you must add something creamy to your coffee, consider using real milk instead of whitener. Whitener is a frightening blend of ingredients you can't pronounce, while milk of any sort - be it cream, homo, 2% or skim - provides protein, vitamin B12 and other great nutrients your body needs.
If you are a heavy coffee drinker make lunch you last cup. Drinking caffeine in the afternoon and evening can seriously effect your ability to sleep soundly. As long as you don't load your coffee up with too many calories it is just fine to have several cups during the morning hours.
You should make sure to clean your coffee pot every time you use it so that any residual flavors do not tarnish the taste of it. There are oils that will stick to the coffee pot over time. Many people do not notice the difference, but true coffee lovers will be able to tell right away.
One way to ensure that your iced coffee does not become watery when you place the hot coffee over ice is to use ice cubes made from coffee. To make coffee ice cubes, simply pour freshly brewed room temperature coffee into your ice cube trays and freeze. When you are ready to enjoy an iced coffee, place the frozen coffee ice cubes in a glass and fill with your freshly brewed coffee.
Buy a coffee grinder. By grinding your own beans, you can ensure that your coffee tastes fresh. Many models let you adjust coarseness of your grind for various brewing styles. Many coffee makers come with built-in grinders which will help free up counter space.
You do not need to tip the barista at a coffee shop the same percentage as you do a waitress or a hairdresser. Your hairdresser has to understand precisely what you want and then do it, and a waitress has multiple tables to keep up with exactly everyone's order. Your barista mixes up one cup at a time, so do not feel guilty for tipping him or her less. Still, do throw a few coins in the tip jar frequently.
If regular coffee no longer provides you enough caffeine, consider brewing espresso. This does mean you will need a different piece of equipment, as your regular coffee maker likely cannot do it. Espresso machines are typically expensive though, and the intensity of the caffeine levels is too much for some. Try espresso a few times somewhere else before making this commitment for your home.
As was mentioned at the beginning of this piece, you have probably wondered why your coffee does not taste as good as others. Now that you have read the above article, however, you will never have to wonder again. Use the above advice to make perfect coffee from here on out.
