METHODS AND TECHNIQUES FOR COFFEE PREPARATION

MOISES DAVID CUADRADO SANCHEZ

YUREYSY VEGA JULIO

ANDREA CAMILA SARAVIA

TREYSIS GOMEZ

TECHNOLOGY IN GASTRONOMIC MANAGEMENT

4 SEMESTER

FREDY BOSSA

ANTONIO DE AREVALO UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION UNITECNAR

CARTAGENA/BOLIVAR
 METHODS AND TECHNIQUES

Coffee preparation methods Yes, just as it sounds, probably a few years ago at the level
Commercially, the most consumed or acclaimed coffees were an espresso or an americano; but the culture
the coffee maker has transcended even more than just collecting coffee, processing it, and serving it; it has become
Nowadays, it is a whole sensory experience. There are various methods of coffee preparation,
each one suitable for the moment, the space, and the feeling you want to experience.

1. PRESSURE METHOD:

ESPRESSO COFFEE MACHINE

Anyone who knows anything about coffee knows what an espresso machine is. Practically,
this coffee maker has kept us with caffeine in our bodies since 1901.

They come in various shapes and sizes today, with many features and tricks. The method of
preparation of coffee with this coffee maker is very simple: the pressurized water is pushed through a
chamber or disk of finely ground coffee beans and then through a filter, which results in
result what we call espresso coffee

Preparation time: a standard coffee maker may need

between 15 and 40 minutes to heat up, while a domestic one can take only 3 minutes.
Once hot, however, the infusion is obtained in just 20 or 30 seconds.

Type of grinding required: it will need a fine and consistent grind.

Resulting coffee: an espresso, when it is made well, is very strong and flavorful. Then, you can
add hot water to convert it into an Americano or stir in some milk to prepare
a coffee with milk foam.

Skill level required: it all depends on the coffee maker you have! You can buy a very
easy to use or choose one that requires greater manual skill. But, you know what they say, the
practice makes perfect.

ITALIAN COFFEE MAKER/MOKA

That you don't have the hundreds of dollars necessary to invest in a good espresso machine, right?
means you have to stay outside the amazing world of espresso. Fortunately, the
the same pressure system is also applied to the Moka coffee maker.

The magic behind the Moka pot lies in its three-chamber brewing process. The water in the
The lower chamber boils, and the steam creates pressure that pushes the water upwards through
the coffee beans and towards the upper chamber.

Let's face it: no, the result of this coffee preparation method is not the same as that achieved
with an espresso machine. However, a well-used Moka pot produces a very strong coffee and
a somewhat bittersweet 100% worthy of being tried.

In addition, with this coffee maker it is possible to prepare up to sixteen cups of coffee at the same time.

Next, we will specify details regarding the operation of this type of coffee makers:

Preparation time: super quick! Once you've heated the water, it shouldn't
taking more than 5 minutes to have the infusion ready. It's precisely because of its speed that
this coffee maker is the preferred option for people who wake up in a hurry in the
mornings but they don't want to start the day without their daily dose of caffeine.

Resulting coffee: it's not exactly an espresso drink, but it's close to it. Always and
When you use the right grind and technique, you can expect a very flavorful coffee.
strong.
Skill level required: you don't need to be a barista of any kind! The process of
Preparing coffee with the Moka pot is quite simple.

AEROPRESS
The AeroPress coffee maker has great fans within the community of coffee enthusiasts.
In my humble opinion, it is one of the best inventions that the coffee industry has brought.
Go ahead. This coffee shop has a very quick coffee preparation method. In a matter of minutes.
you can get an excellent coffee.
This coffee maker has a very fast coffee preparation method. In a matter of minutes you can
obtain an excellent coffee. The important thing is that you pay attention to the water temperature, the
water pressure level and the size of the grind.

Next, we will specify details about the operation of this type of coffee makers:

Tiempo de preparación: existen diferentes formas de preparar un café al estlo Aeropress,

but if you're in a hurry, you can do it in 60 seconds once the water is...
sufficiently hot.
Type of grinding required (this is, without a doubt, our favorite part): it doesn't matter!
Café resultante: perfecto en color y sabor. Es más un café de sabor «limpio». Si lo
if we were to describe it in 4 words, it would be soft, rich, pure, and fast.

2. DRIP METHODS
Drip coffee has become fashionable in the coffee community at the moment. It seems like every now and then
that a new drip coffee maker is invented.

That's why having an updated list of the best drip coffee maker is an ongoing challenge, but
I will do my best.

The preparation of this coffee is relatively simple: pour the water over the freshly ground beans.
that are found in the filter.

The result is a clean, clear, and light-bodied drink. Important: you should use a teapot.
swan neck to control the speed of its flow.

Drip coffee seems to fulfill the maxim that 'less is more'. This is because the
Most coffee makers are small, portable, and economical.

1. HARIO V60
To be honest, the first time I tried to brew coffee using the V60, I was quite
distrustful of the final result. The process seemed too simple to turn out well.

Of course, my prejudices were wrong. The Hario v60 coffee maker is a simple but
excellent for making coffee. The V60 is small and lightweight, which means you can take it almost anywhere.
any place.
And the coffee is incredible.

Next, we will specify operational details of this type of coffee makers:

Preparation time: you will have the coffee ready to drink in less than 5 minutes.

Type of grind required: the ideal beans for this coffee maker should be medium to fine.

Resulting coffee: very tasty and not at all bitter. A refreshing cup of coffee.

Skill level required: little! The process is very simple. Keep in mind that there is a margin
of error depending on how you make the green.

CHEMEX COFFEE MAKER

When you see a Chemex coffee maker for the first time, it's very likely that you will want to use it as a
decorative vase more than as a coffee maker. Here is an explanation: the Chemex coffee maker does not
not only does it make a delicious coffee, but it does so with style. The main benefit of using a Chemex in
place of other drip coffee makers is the capacity: it can easily make three or four cups of
single-serve coffee. Normally, drip coffee makers brew one or two cups at a time.
time.

In fact, you can buy a 10-cup Chemex that requires 50 ounces of water. To supply
from coffee to a crowd!

Next, we will specify details about the operation of this type of coffee makers:
 Preparation time: three and a half minutes, approximately.
Type of grinding required: medium.
Resulting coffee: Chemex filters are approximately 30% thicker than regular filters.
used by other droppers, which means you will get a cup of coffee with a flavor
much richer. Think of the French press and subtract the sediments and you will get your coffee
Chemex.
Skill level required: quite a bit! There are many ways to ruin a Chemex coffee.
You will need some practice.

AMERICAN COFFEE MAKER

Are all these tricks necessary to make coffee? Undoubtedly, they make the preparation
the coffee is fun and allows you to personalize your cup to the fullest.

But since coffee has been coffee, there has been a method to prepare it that is the simplest way.
Possible: boil your coffee with water. All you need to make coffee is water, heat, and ground coffee.

So, why complicate things? Let's take a look at the coffee preparation method.
boiling water most common of all: the Turkish method.

In this drip method, it is important to maintain the tempo, temperature, and drip strength.

- The filter and the quality

 ♦PREPARATION OF IMMERSION COFFEE

In a few words, this coffee preparation method consists of adding hot water.
directly to the ground coffee.

Then, both elements are separated to obtain the coffee on one side and discard the ground beans.
on the other hand. It sounds quite simple, doesn't it?

However, the time you leave the coffee soaked is essential for the final result. Leave it for
too long and you will drink a super bitter coffee, take it out too early and there won't be any in it
There's nothing smoother in the world than your cup of coffee.

FRENCH PRESS

If you ask your grandparents what their method of making coffee was, it's most likely that they will tell you
talk about the French press coffee maker. The French press has been in charge of immersion coffee.
in households for many years.

Enter this article to find out how many cups of coffee are recommended to drink per day and why.
Even so, today this coffee maker still enjoys great prestige. Why? Well, because it is easy.
to use, small and produces simply delicious coffee.

If you want to learn all the tricks and secrets to make coffee in a French press, don't stop
read this article in which I tell you all my secrets.

Next, we will specify operational details of this type of coffee machines:

Preparation time: neither fast nor slow. Since it reaches (almost) the boiling point of
water until soaking and submerging the coffee will take about 10 minutes or so. However,
while the coffee brews, the coffee maker will continue to demand all your attention.

2. THE SOFTBREW COFFEE POT

SoftBrew, which means gentle brewing, is a relatively new invention that dates back to the year 2010.
approximately. The reality is that it looks a lot like a French press, but it is quite a bit more
easy to use.

You just need to fill the stainless steel filter with ground coffee, add hot water,
let it rest for four to eight minutes and voilà! Coffee ready. To be honest, it works.
basically like a kettle.

The beauty of this coffee maker lies in the special high-tech filter, which has hundreds of thousands...
tiny little holes, which means that the grinding size will not affect the
final result.

Yes, not even if you use an extra fine grain.

We will now specify details of the operation of this type of coffee maker:
 Preparation time: once the water is hot, it takes 4 to 8 minutes.
Required grinding type: anything goes! You can use any size you want.
Resulting coffee: similar to a French press, flavorful and full-bodied.
Required skill level: Zero. You could make excellent coffee with SoftBrew with the
eyes closed and hands tied.

oCOFFEE BAGS
The idea of instant coffee is great: it comes in a small jar so you can take it with you to
any part and you just need to add hot water.

The only problem is its taste. I mean, it's awful. No one who respects coffee and
In their culture, they would have a cup of instant coffee.

As with all soaking methods, there is a risk of overdoing it if you don't control the timing.
but that's the only thing that can go wrong.

Next, we will specify the operating details of this type of coffee maker:

Preparation time: three to four minutes. No grinding or preheating is necessary.

Type of grinding required: if you buy pre-packaged coffee bags, the type of grinding is not
it will depend on it. However, if you make your own, choose a medium-fine grind
(any size will work, but the thinner, the more flavor you'll get).
Resulting coffee: nothing out of this world.
Skill level required: Do you know how to make tea? Then you're ready.

TURKISH COFFEE

The most common way to prepare Turkish coffee involves a Turkish coffee pot, water, and coffee beans.
ground very finely.

You should simmer the infusion two or three times. The final result will not present
no middle ground: you either hate it or love it. It's that simple.
Next, we will specify operational details of this type of coffee makers:

• Preparation time: quick, between three and four minutes per cup.

• Type of grind required: the finest you can achieve, almost powder. You will need a
special mill to achieve this.

• Resulting coffee: very aromatic, quite strong and thick. If you like strong black coffee, you
You will love Turkish coffee.

• Required skill level: not much, it's quite simple.

In this immersion method, it is important to know that we should not:

- Boil the water

- Do not leave the cold water, but at a warm temperature at which it boils