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Brewing dark coffee is a great way to enhance the rich, bold flavours so you can enjoy dark-roasted coffee to the fullest.
To achieve the perfect cup, it’s important to use the right brewing techniques, select high-quality beans, and pay attention to the balance of water, temperature, and timing. Throughout this blog, we will discuss how you can brew dark roast coffee and much more.
Dark roast coffee is a name given to coffee beans that have been roasted for a long time to the point where they turn dark brown in colour. The longer coffee beans are roasted, the darker the coffee bean and the lower the caffeine content is.
Usually, dark roast coffee has notes of chocolate or spice and often has a smoky aroma. This type of coffee is a great choice for those who enjoy stronger cups of coffee.
Although medium-roast coffee is the most popular type of coffee, there are many people who enjoy a cup of dark-roast coffee too.
There are many different ways that you can brew dark roast coffee, such as:
Keep reading to find out how you can use each piece of equipment to brew dark roast coffee.
Firstly, you need to add your dark coffee grounds to the French press and pour hot water over the coffee.
Next, gently stir the coffee and let it sit for a few minutes before pressing the plunger down and slowly pouring the coffee out into a mug.
Drip coffee makers are a great way to brew coffee at home. To get started, gather your ingredients:
Begin by adding the coffee grounds to the filter basket (if needed) and measuring 1 to 2 tablespoons of coffee per 6 ounces of water, adjusting to your taste.
Next, pour the appropriate amount of fresh water into the reservoir using the machine's markings. Once you have completed this, start the brewing process and enjoy your dark roast coffee when it's ready!
When brewing dark roasts with an espresso machine, start by tamping finely ground dark roast coffee into the portafilter.
Next, you will need to lock the portafilter in place before brewing the coffee for 25–30 seconds. Once the brewing process is complete, pour your coffee into a cup of your choice and enjoy!
Start by adding coffee grounds to the pour-over before slowly pouring hot water in a circular motion to allow the coffee to release gas for 30 seconds before continuing. Finish by pouring water over the grounds for a total brew time of 3–4 minutes.
Now that you have a better understanding of the different ways you can brew dark roast coffee, let’s explore our top 5 tips when it comes to the brewing process:
It is important that you keep an eye on the water temperature when brewing coffee because if the temperature is too hot, then this can lead to an over-extraction, which can cause a bitter-tasting coffee.
Using the right grind size is key to achieving the perfect cup of coffee. This is because the grind size directly affects the flavour profile of your coffee.
When brewing dark roast coffee, it is important that you use the right coffee-to-water ratio so you achieve the desired flavour and strength of your coffee.
Preheating equipment is important because it ensures that the temperature is consistent throughout the brewing process. If you pour your brewed coffee into a cold cup, the temperature drop can negatively affect the overall flavour of your coffee.
Our final tip for brewing dark roast coffee is to grind before brewing. This is because grinding coffee beans just before brewing maximises the freshness and flavour of your coffee.
Here at Crosby Coffee, we offer a wide range of home brewing equipment, such as Chemex, Wilfa Classic, and much more. We also provide all of your at-home brewing essentials including filters, scales, and hand grinders.
Do you want to start brewing coffee at home? If so, check out our home brewing equipment today!
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