Tip #1:
Choosing the right roast

Roasting is the heat treatment which transforms
the green beans into the aromatic brown nuggets that
are bought whole or ground. Though the terms for the different
roasts vary throughout the country, here are some generally
accepted categories to choose from, starting from lightest to darkest.

AMERICAN ROAST
A light roast with a very mild sweet flavor

VIENNA ROAST
This light to medium roasted coffee takes its
name from the color of the bean. Used in most
commercial canned coffees, it has a more intense
aroma and acidity than American, though
coffee lovers find it lacking in flavor.

BREAKFAST/BOLD ROAST
Breakfast imparts a fuller body with a lighter acidity.
This all-purpose roast is a popular morning coffee.

FRENCH/CONTINENTAL/SPANISH ROAST
A dark brown roast with beans that are
quite oily and rich in flavor. French roast is often
used in espresso by those who find
espresso roast too burnt tasting.

ESPRESSO ROAST
These are beans that have been roasted to nearly
black in color, and are shiny with oil. Not all espresso
roasts are the same: In Italy, two varieties are a
light roast in the north and a dark roast in the south.
Espresso contains less caffeine than any other roast.

Tip #2:
Tips for a perfect cup of coffee

For a really delicious cup of coffee, follow these tips:

• Always ensure your coffee maker is clean.
• Use fresh filtered water to brew the coffee.
• Rinse the coffee pot well before you start.
• Use the correct size filter paper.
• Use fresh coffee, possibly a one-cup portion.
  After opening a packet, keep the coffee
  in a tightly-sealed container.
• Buy the correct coffee grind for your machine.
• Use the same amount of coffee each time, in
  order to gain as consistent a flavour as possible.
• Make sure the coffee is evenly distributed
  within the filter bag.
• The best coffee is brewed at around 96° C.
  The ideal temperature to serve it is around 85° C.
• Coffee is at its most delicious flavor directly
  after being brewed.
• For a uniform flavor, the coffee in the pot
  should be stirred before pouring.
• Do not leave coffee standing on the burner for
  too long, or the fine aromas will be lost. If you
  wish to keep the coffee for longer, use a thermal server.
• Remember to de-scale the coffee machine
  every so often. How often this will be necessary
  will depend on the hardness of the water in your area.
• Use clean serving decanters.

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