Since its introduction in Europe at the beginning of the 17th century, this little bean has won over many consumers. Transformed into an energy drink,
coffee has a bright future ahead of it. Black coffee, macchiato, latte, Viennese… there are a multitude of ways to consume it, but only one way to choose it. Discover in this article how to select and taste it. \n
Roaster: a passionate profession
\nAll the stages of coffee production are important
, but one phase is even more so: roasting. This action allows the coffee beans to beroasted in order to reveal all of its flavors. Some have made it their profession. This is the case of
Café D'Oriant, undoubtedly one of the best roasters in France . Opened in 2016, this coffee specialist offers a wide selection of exceptional coffees from all four corners of the world and entirely hand-roasted by a Breton roaster.
The history of coffeeAccording to a legend, the \n
energizing powers of coffee
\nwere discovered by a shepherd from Abyssinia, now Ethiopia. He noticed that his goats were more agitated than usual after eating the fruits of an Arabica coffee. So, he decided to consume it too and had the same observation.
It was in Italy that the first coffee beans appeared at the beginning of the 17th century \n\n. Then, they spread at breakneck speed to the monks, traders and free thinkers of the time.
What are the criteria for choosing your coffee?Like all exceptional products, to enjoy all its benefits, coffee must be selected with care. To do this, you can analyze several aspects. An exceptional coffee stands out from the others thanks to its \n
unique flavors.
\nIt meets very strict criteria. Here are some of them.
Its origin The origin of the coffee is of capital importance. It will determine its aromatic power. \n
Café D'Oriant, undoubtedly one of the best roasters in France 2
\nIts variety \n\n
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arabic
\nand the
robusta are the most consumed in the world. Then, we find rarer varieties, but just as tasty. THE
Java coffee stands out with its notes of chocolate and hazelnut. It is grown on the island of Java on the slopes of volcanoes.
THE Maragogype coffee \n\n, discovered in Brazil, is recognizable thanks to its imposing size. Moreover, it is called “elephant grain”. Bourbon Pointu is a variety very popular with enthusiasts. This quality product has been reintroduced on Reunion Island, Guadeloupe and New Caledonia. She had almost disappeared.
Drying and roastingThese two stages of production are crucial. There are several \n\n
drying techniques. \n\nEach will determine the degree of power
aromatic of coffee. As for roasting, it must be well dosed to ensure the right balance of grain flavor.
Elevation You should know that coffee loves high altitudes between 1200 and 1400 meters. This is where it grows best. \n
How to consume exceptional coffee?
\nTo take advantage of \n
flavors of exceptional coffee
\nn, you have to know how to prepare it properly. The ideal temperature of the water that will be poured over the coffee should be between 92 and 96 degrees. In terms of equipment, it is advisable to favor a filter or French press coffee maker. With the first coffee maker, the hot water must be gently poured over the entire coffee.
For the cpiston press \n\n, you have to put the amount of coffee at the bottom of the device then pre-infuse it with a little water and let it swell. Then, the rest of the water can be poured. Again, the mixture must infuse for 3 minutes. Finally, the coffee can be gently pressed. Before consuming it, it is possible to let it sit for a few more minutes. The total infusion time should not exceed 5 minutes.
The cherry: the fruit of the coffee treeDid you know that the \n
fruit of the coffee tree is called a cherry? Initially green in color, the cherry will turn yellow and then red. When it reaches a bright red tone, it is ready for harvest. The harvest of this brightly colored fruit must be done by hand so as not to damage it. There is a very original method of harvesting.
\nIt is used in Indonesia, the
producers of Kopi Luwak coffee, the most expensive coffee in the world. They let the civets, small mammals of the region, eat the fruit. They do not digest seeds, so producers collect seeds directly from the excrement. \n\n
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