Why Is Moka Pot So Bitter?

bitter coffee is caused by a few things, mainly these two: Over roasted, stale, or low-grade coffee beans Over extraction (brewing too much) How do I make my moka pot less bitter? How to avoid a bitter taste when brewing coffee in a moka pot. If your coffee tastes a bit bitter, don’t worry: it’s … Read more

How Do You Make Strawberry Syrup For Coffee?

What is strawberry syrup made of? Combine strawberries, sugar, lemon juice and vanilla in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. lower heat to a gentle simmer until the strawberries are soft and the syrup is thickened and reduced by ⅓ to ½ in volume, approximately 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Does homemade strawberry syrup … Read more

How Do You Determine The First Crack With A Gene Cafe Roasting Machine?

Joe Behm, CEO and founder of Behmor, tells me, “ When you start to detect the aroma changing from baked bread to caramelized sweetness , you know the sugars are developing and first crack is about to begin.” He tells me that this change in aroma is “like a bell getting ready to go off”, … Read more