Coffee School
Water & Coffee Science
The chemistry behind extraordinary coffee.
5 lessons
- The Science of Water Composition in EspressoCoffee is 98% water, so the minerals in yours shape flavor as much as the beans do.
- The Importance of Water and Your Espresso MachineWater quality is the leading cause of machine repairs; here is how to treat yours.
- How Coffee Extraction WorksThe science behind what happens when hot water meets ground coffee, and how to use it to brew a better cup of coffee.
- What Exactly Is Coffee Extraction?A clear explanation of what water pulls out of coffee and why timing changes the flavor.
- The Impact of Roasting on Coffee Flavors & TasteHow roast development changes flavor, body, and the way a coffee behaves in the basket.