Do people think about how coffee is made when they drink a cup of this aromatic drink? Roasting is the process of turning green grains into chocolate and so delicious. How wonderful it is to drink a cup of invigorating freshly brewed coffee in the early morning .
About the benefits
In such a delicious and invigorating drink, antioxidants and polyphenols are present that have a positive effect on the human body. Scientists who have studied this product have concluded that it reduces the likelihood of a stroke and protects against diabetes.
To benefit, you need to brew coffee properly. Roasting and grinding are selected at will and taste preferences. It is better and more beneficial to enjoy a natural drink without adding sugar or milk.
It increases performance, relieves stress. A cup of strong drink improves metabolism, which means it contributes to weight loss.
In cosmetology it is used for the manufacture of scrubs and masks. Wraps with its addition are very popular and save from cellulite.
How does this happen
The rotor is an apparatus for roasting coffee beans. The taste and aroma of the future drink depend on it. Roasting coffee consists of three different stages:
- Grains are loaded into the apparatus and brought to 170 degrees in 8 minutes. They change color and become soft brown;
- Then another 3 minutes increase the temperature to 230 degrees. They swell, become lighter;
- Over the next 2 minutes, the grains become dark brown and fragrant. If overexposed, they will be spoiled.
They retain aroma by blowing grains with cool air.
Types of Roasting
Coffee is very popular in all countries of the world. His story gave rise to several types of roasting. All well-known names originate from the country in which coffee is produced or grown. From the same grains you can achieve different tastes and aromas.
Low roast coffee has a slight acidity. Grains acquire a delicate brown tint and almost do not lose weight. This look is ideal for combining with milk or cream.
Medium roasted coffee takes on a darker shade and an oily surface. This species is more saturated, suitable for daily use.
Strong roasting is often called Vienna. Grains become almost black-brown. This type gives a very aromatic and strong drink.
The highest degree of roasting coffee gives a very bitter taste to the drink. Color - from dark brown to black. Because of its strength, it is recommended to use in the daytime.
Fresh roast
The lightest stage is light. The temperature in the manufacture of freshly roasted coffee does not exceed 150 degrees. Grains lose a little in weight and increase in volume. The color changes from green to tan. When brewing, it does not have a pronounced aroma and taste.
Mid-light roast or American is done at 180 degrees. The color is getting more brown. The brewed coffee has a sharper aroma, but the taste is weak and sour.
The medium-light, or urban, stage of making freshly roasted coffee is performed at 200 degrees. At this point, the grains crackle slightly. The aroma becomes more intense and vibrant. Well suited for brewing in a turk.
Medium roast
This stage occurs at 210 degrees. A greasy shine and brown coffee appear. Roasting gives him a little bitterness. The drink will have light fruity notes.
Vienna roasting coffee involves raising the temperature to 225 degrees. The color changes to dark brown, oil shine is more noticeable. The drink is delicious, has a velvety texture.
Dark roast
Such grains are almost black in color. Oil shine is very intense. This species is divided into three types: Italian, French, Mexican. How do they differ?
Italian roasting of coffee beans gives the drink a rich taste and aroma with a touch of dark chocolate. This type is more delicious with the addition of milk or cream.
French gives a reddish brown tint to coffee. Roasting in this way gives the drink a caramel flavor and delicate texture.
Mexican makes grains black. This coffee is very strong, saturated.
Grinding coffee
How to make the perfect drink? The taste depends not only on roasting, but also on the size of the grains. Grinding guarantees a delicious drink with proper preparation. It speeds up the aging process of coffee several times. It is important to immediately start preparing an invigorating drink.
Types of grinding:
- Fine grinding is often used to make espresso in coffee grinders and Turks. Then the taste is revealed in a short time.
- Medium grinding has 0.5 mm particles. It is brewed in coffee makers.
- Coarse grains are the largest of all. It is suitable for continuous brewing in a French press.
For grinding, coffee grinders of various types are used. The millstone is considered the best. In it you can choose the degree of grinding.
How to store
Air and moisture adversely affect the aroma and taste of grains. Store roast coffee optimally in a foil, tightly sealed bag. It will protect the grain from extraneous odors, will not let air, sunlight and moisture in.
Can be stored in glass containers, closed with a tight lid. Keep your coffee in a dark and cool place.
Storage in plastic and metal containers is not recommended.
Interesting Facts
Coffee beans appeared in the diet three thousand years ago. At first they were eaten green, despite the unpleasant taste.
According to scientists, it is believed that coffee reduces the risk of Alzheimer's.
If you add vodka to the drink, you can warm yourself in the cold. They came up with such a recipe in Germany.
The coffee tree reaches a height of 10 meters. To make it convenient to collect fruits, the plants are trimmed at a height of 3 meters.
In ancient times, only men drank coffee.
From 4 thousand fruits collected, only 1 kilogram of grains for consumption is obtained.
A bath with brewed coffee gives energy and vigor.
Drink with sugar began to drink only in the XIV century.
How to make coffee yourself
With certain skills, you can do this at home. Roasted coffee beans in the oven. First they are laid out on a sheet. Turn on the oven 160 degrees and wait until it heats up. After that, put the leaf with grains inside for 5 minutes. Then increase the temperature to 225 degrees. Leave for another 6 minutes. Make sure that the grains are not burnt.
In order for the coffee to cool, we spread it from the sheet in a colander and shake it a little. You can use a hairdryer.
The second way of frying is in a pan. To do this, pour the grains and stand on medium heat until they become oily. Be sure to constantly stir with a wooden spatula to fry evenly.
You can use coffee for cooking no earlier than 10 hours. Experiment with roasting and grinding times to get the perfect taste. Remember that you should not drink coffee too often during the day. This can adversely affect the body.
Coffee, roasted in accordance with all the rules, retains all the beneficial properties. The aroma and quality of such a drink is the best. Coffee is soft and strong, tart, chocolate, caramel. The choice depends only on human preferences. Coffee can be drunk with sugar, milk and cream. Many add alcoholic drinks to the fortress, such as vodka, cognac, whiskey. Whether the drink will benefit the body depends on the correct preparation.