How to make the best coffee

Few people can really start their morning without a hot cup of Joe. And while there are about a million varieties of coffee and even more ways to serve it (iced, with milk, etc.), you have to start with the basics before you get fancy with flavors. Here’s how to brew the best beans.

Step 1:
Purchase the right beans

There’s no beans about it — you can’t get a great cup of coffee without first starting with the finest freshly roasted beans. If you buy pre-ground beans, they are going to be less flavorful
because coffee begins to lose its flavor soon after it is roasted. You can get fresh roasted beans from your local coffee house and have them ground for you, or your grocery store may even
sell/grind fresh beans. If you prefer, you can purchase a coffee grinder and do it yourself at home.

Step 2: Store with care

Be sure to store the coffee in an airtight container in a dry, cool place. Do not store it in the fridge or freezer, however.

Step 3: Begin the brew

Time to brew! As a general rule, one generous tablespoon makes eight ounces of coffee. You may need to adjust the amount of water you put in since every coffeemaker is different. Speaking of
coffeemakers: there are a million ways to brew a cup of coffee. French press, single cup, drip, percolators … the list goes on. French press coffeemakers tend to allow the most flavor from
the grinds to seep into the finished product. Follow your coffeemaker’s directions to ensure the best results.

Step 4: Add extras

Once you’ve got your coffee, experiment with adding layers of flavor with milk, sweeteners and flavored syrups.

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