In this episode, I dive deep into a brewing experiment that challenged my coffee preferences and taught me valuable lessons about knowing what you truly enjoy. I challenged myself to brew a medium roast coffee at 200 degrees Fahrenheit using a 1:17 ratio, pushing the boundaries of my usual brewing comfort zone. Through this experiment, I discovered that this weak brewing ratio simply doesn't work for my palate - it tastes like tea rather than the robust coffee experience I crave.
I share my honest thoughts about how the 1:17 ratio creates a muddy, unclear cup that lacks the personality and character I've come to love in coffee. I explain why I prefer the 1:15 ratio, which delivers the perfect balance of heaviness and clarity that allows me to actually taste what I'm drinking. By listening to this episode, you'll learn the importance of understanding your own coffee preferences rather than following what others say you should like, and how experimenting with different brewing parameters can help you discover your personal coffee sweet spot.
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