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Want to brew the perfect cup of coffee?

Here are 3 simple tips that will make a difference in every single cup you drink.

Tip #1

Clean Coffee Pot

A clean pot is essential and can make a world of difference in the taste of your coffee. Old oils from previous batches of coffee and soap residue left on the pot makes coffee taste bad.

Baking soda and water work well for cleaning coffee mugs and pots. Be sure to rinse extra good so no residue is left behind.

Tip #2

Clean Filtered Water

The water you use for your coffee will affect the taste more than anything. Coffee is 99% water so use clean filtered or bottled water free from chlorine and other minerals that will affect the taste of your coffee.

Using stainless steel or gold mesh filters instead of paper filters will also make your coffee taste better. Paper filters release dyes, chlorine and bleach that affect taste. If you insist on using paper filters buy the unbleached, brown paper filters.

Tip #3

Use Fresh Quality Coffee

Quality coffee costs more but will consistently produce better tasting coffee.

For the best results use quality, whole bean coffee and grind the coffee beans just prior to use. You might think it’s an inconvenience compared to ground coffee, but once you taste the difference you’ll never go back.

If you still want to use ground coffee, make sure you use a good, drip grind coffee.

Use 2 level tablespoons of coffee per 6 ounces of water. This can be adjusted for individual taste preference. Make sure to spread the grounds evenly in the coffee filter so full brewing is achieved.

Drink your fresh coffee right away for the best flavor. Coffee will break down quickly if left on a heat source. Coffee should never be reheated or microwaved.

A clean, preheated air pot or stainless steel Thermos will keep coffee hot for about an hour without hurting the flavor.

If you follow these 3 simple tips, every cup you brew will be perfect coffee.

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In 2006, the National Coffee Association stated that 112 million Americans drink coffee daily. Yet, there are still a large number of people who can’t make a delicious pot of coffee. Brewing coffee is definitely NOT rocket science. With these 5 simple tips and a little practice, anybody can brew a better pot of coffee.

Wash Your Coffee Pot

Some people believe that you should not use soap to wash your coffee pot. This mistaken belief stems from individuals that think that your coffee pot can absorb soap and ruin the taste of your next pot of coffee. Glass coffee pots are non-porous; they cannot and will not absorb any flavors from anything. HOWEVER, if you do not rinse your coffee pot well, some soap residue can stick to the side of your pot and can affect the taste of your next pot of coffee. Wash your coffee pot with hot, soapy water, just like you would normally wash dishes. Be sure to Rinse well.

Note: Do not ever use soap to wash any interior surface of your coffee maker. It will be hard to rinse off all of the soap residue and you may end up with bad-tasting coffee for a long time.

Use Filtered or Bottled Water

Although bottled water offers absolutely no health benefits over tap water, there are many places where tap water tastes horrible. Find a brand of bottled water that you like, make a pot of coffee with it and see if you notice a difference in the taste of your coffee.

Measure Ground Coffee Consistently

Use the same spoon or scoop to measure your coffee. You may even want to take notes about how much coffee you use. Coffee is all about personal taste. If you want a stronger cup, use more coffee. If you don’t like your coffee strong, use less coffee.

Use a French Press

This step is optional. A French Press is a device that can make anywhere from 1 cup to 1 pot of coffee. It is the desired method of brewing coffee for many coffee drinkers because you can control the steeping time of the coffee. Steep

Drink the Coffee Within 30 Minutes of Brewing

There are various compounds in brewed coffee that contribute to its great aroma and taste. Some of these compounds evaporate easily. Once they are gone, your coffee will not have the same aroma or taste. It only takes 20-30 minutes for these compounds to evaporate, leaving you with a sub-standard pot of coffee. Drink your coffee soon after brewing.

David Dugay works Hawaiian Isles Kona Coffee Company, one of the largest manufacturers of Kona coffee.

If you want to learn more about coffee and Hawaii, visit our blog at http://www.KonaCoffeeBlog.blogspot.com

When you are ready to try some of the best Kona Coffee in the world, visit us at http://www.HawaiianIsles.com

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