Coffee Tips and Tricks

Caffeine Content Inside Coffee

Merely because you might be drinking a dark roast coffee does not mean your coffee has more caffeine in it. This is just the way the beans were prepared, not how much caffeine is in them. If your coffee has the term Robusta on it's packaging, it usually has twice the amount of caffeine as standard Arabica coffee.

To save money by getting bulk coffee without sacrificing flavor, measure out what you plan to use immediately and store it at room temperature. Coffee tastes best when it's brewed from room temperature grounds. Coffee you plan to use within the next week can go in the refrigerator, and the remaining beans or grounds should go in the freezer.

Coffee tastes a lot better when it is fresh brewed, and its actually lower in caffeine if consumed right after it is made. Some people are particular about only using spring water or water in bottles to make it, while others seem to think plain works just fine for making good coffee. Personally, I prefer filtered water myself.

Be sure the water you are using in your coffee maker is fresh, clean and tastes well. Your coffee will only taste as good as the water you are using to make it. You may want to have a taste of the water before putting in the coffee maker to brew.

Coffee Storage and Brewing

Does your coffee get stale because you cannot drink it quick enough? You ought to store it in an airtight container. Put your weekly dose of coffee in to a smaller container and keep it in your freezer so it stays fresh. Store the rest of your coffee in a larger airtight container and open it only when you need to refill your smaller container.

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