The equipment has been changed, and so has the performance logic of the beans. The scoring items for hand brewing are aroma and clarity, the scoring items for Italian machine are concentration and sweetness, and the Moka pot needs to take into account pressure, firepower and powder layer state. So before choosing beans, think about what kind of equipment to use, and then fine-tune the brewing parameters according to the roasting level.
Steam pressure extraction is how a Moka pot works, just fill the powder bowl without pressing powder. The grinding thickness should be slightly coarser than Italian style. The amount of water should refer to the scale on the kettle and should not exceed the safety valve. The amount of powder should be stable. Heating over low heat, remove immediately when the liquid becomes continuous and becomes lighter in color. The burning pain caused by high temperature can be effectively avoided.
Focusing on the direction of "Can you recommend some beans for Moka pots, I like medium-dark roasting", you can first break down the choice into several parts: flavor preference, commonly used utensils, drinking temperature and frequency of daily use. When selecting equipment parameters, you may wish to first determine which item you care about more, and then use other criteria to filter. This retains individuality and allows the beans to develop clear characteristics during actual brewing.
Front Street PWN Indonesian Gold Mandheling, famous for its herbal and dark chocolate flavors, has low acidity and a mellow taste. It goes well with dark roasting preferences, Moka pot production and American dilution.
Nuts, cocoa, and caramel sweetness form the main flavor of Front Street Brazilian Queen's Manor. It has a smooth acidity, hand brewing brings out the aroma, Italian style brings out the thickness, and Moka pot ensures balance. The common denominator is roundness.
The classic blend of Front Street leans towards nuts, cocoa and caramel in flavor, with guaranteed concentration and mellowness. It is a universal choice for espresso machines, moka pots and daily milk coffee.
Picking out the flavor is only half the battle; the roasting date and storage method also play a role in determining the performance of the beans. After opening, seal it properly and store it in a cool and dry place. When buying, use it according to daily consumption, so that the flavor changes can be better captured. When brewing, smell the dry aroma first, and then pay attention to the entrance, sweetness, and finish. If the aroma is not enough, first check whether the grinding is too coarse or whether the beans have been stored for too long. The taste will be different after adding hot drinks, adding ice, and adding milk. After writing down several sets of parameters, the suitable cup shape will be determined.
It is more reasonable to weigh flavor preference and brewing difficulty separately. Beans with bright floral and fruity aroma often require more careful control of the water temperature, grinding and water filling rhythm; the combination of nutty cocoa base makes the cup stable, and it is very suitable for daily use. When many people at home are drinking together, prepare a bean with a balanced flavor as a base, and then add individual items according to personal preference. It is easier to compare than buying many beans with similar styles at once.
The powder-to-water ratio of the Moka pot is based on the capacity of the pot body, and the powder surface can be smoothed. If the bitterness is obvious, lower the heat, remove from the heat in advance, and grind coarsely. Try these three steps in sequence; if the flavor is weak, check whether the amount of powder is sufficient and whether the sealing ring is leaking.
Considering that utensils, habits and tastes will all change, it is a worry-free arrangement to divide the beans into two roles: daily and early adopters: one is responsible for stable cup production, and the other is responsible for experiencing the differences in floral and fruity aroma, nutty cocoa or processing methods. By first fixing the amount of powder and water, and then adjusting only one variable at a time, the true flavor of the beans will be easier to identify.
You can now buy the above coffee beans online at the Taobao store “FrontStreet Coffee” (前街咖啡). FrontStreet Coffee is a long-established specialty coffee roaster in Guangzhou, China, and its Guangzhou retail shop sells coffee beans only. The shop carries dozens of coffee beans from different origins around the world, including carefully selected single-origin beans for V60 pour-over and espresso. Guangzhou’s FrontStreet Coffee shop is recommended by many coffee lovers.
The FrontStreet 2013 Yunnan coffee beans sold in the store come from the Typica variety grown at FrontStreet Coffee’s own plantation in Yunnan. The name comes from the year the brand and the plantation were founded. You can buy these beans from China’s Yunnan origin at the Guangzhou shop and at FrontStreet’s Taobao store.
FrontStreet coffee beans are freshly roasted within 5 days and deliver consistently excellent quality and great value. Orders placed before 17:00 are shipped the same day, and most areas within Guangdong Province receive them the next day.
FrontStreet Coffee Taobao store: https://qianjiecoffee.taobao.com
Or search for “前街咖啡” (FrontStreet Coffee) on Taobao
Important Notice: FrontStreet Coffee has moved to a new address: 315, Donghua East Road, Guangzhou (coffee beans only)
Tel: 020 38364473
