Coffee

Coffee is a brewed beverage from the roasted seeds of the coffee plant. Coffee contains caffeine. Excessive consumption of caffeine can cause nervousness, anxiety, insomnia, rapid pulse and heart rate, and PMS symptoms in sensitive individuals. Pregnant women should limit their coffee consumption.

Coffee Grinding Tips

Try not to grind more than you will use for immediate brewing. Once the beans are ground, the flavorful oils are exposed to the damaging air. As these oils dissipate, so will the flavor of your coffee. Once ground, coffee will begin to lose its flavor almost immediately. Different methods of brewing will require different grind consistencies. Typically, coffee used for drip brewing should be ground to a consistency similar to granulated sugar. When using a French press, the coffee will need to be ground extremely coarse. Espresso requires an extremely fine grind – almost powder-like with a slight grittiness.

Coffee Storage Tips

Coffee stored in the refrigerator will absorb flavors and aromas from other food products. Freezing coffee can also have a damaging effect. Do not freeze unless you will not use-up your supply of coffee within two weeks. Coffee should be stored in a clean, dry, airtight container, in a cool, dark place.