There is nothing better than barista-style coffee made in the comfort of your own home. No need to face the madden rush of your local coffee shop. Simply enjoy your favourite blend in the comfort of your own home, doing something you enjoy. Or enjoy it on the go in a stylish travel mug. No stress, no complications.
Many people have found they are able to enjoy delicious coffee in their own homes, and because of this, coffee brands have been creating different blends to accommodate the ever-growing market. Complex blends, full bodied flavours and enticing aromas are all now available to be enjoyed at home, whether you have a fancy coffee machine, simply get by with a coffee plunger, or enjoy instant coffee.
But is it really that easy? “The short answer is yes. If you have purchased the best coffee to suit your tastes, then you can’t go wrong. However, there are a few tricks that you can do to ensure that your coffee goes from great to awesome. Let’s take a look at some of the best coffee making tips for the ideal cup of coffee at home.
PriceCheck tip: Some bean-to-cup machines don’t come with a built-in milk frother. However, you can purchase a standalone milk frother to ensure your cappuccinos and lattes have hot and foamy milk ready to go! The Russell Hobbs milk frother is a great affordable option. Find the best price here.
Coffee capsule machines:
If you’re using a coffee capsule machine then follow this tip for a stronger brew. To recreate a stronger brew, use two capsules instead of running the water through the same pod twice. At a coffee shop, the quantity of the coffee they use is higher than in a single pod, and therefore to recreate that taste you want, you will need an extra pod. The cost of using two pods is still more cost effective than going out for a cuppa.
It goes without saying that a quality coffee pod brand needs to be used to provide you with a quality cup of coffee. Jacobs Barista* edition capsules are available in three distinct blends, Character Roast, Colombia Single Origin and Dark Roast. All three blends are created with slow roasted 100% Arabica beans that help to achieve a smoother, aromatic balanced coffee taste. A good cup of coffee starts with a great coffee brand.
Use the right milk
Use Barista milk to recreate your favourite milky coffee blend. Barista milk is crafted to preserve the flavour of the milk, as well as create long-lasting foam for cappuccinos and lattes. If you prefer plant-based milks, such as oat milk, you can also find these in a barista style as well. A tip for when using oat milk, choose a coffee with a stronger roast. A coffee with this intensity has less acidity, which will pair well with the plant-based milks. Look at your coffee’s intensity for a stronger roast.
When it comes to deciding on how much milk to use in your coffee, why not try the following? 1/3 coffee, 1/3 milk and 1/3 foam. If you don’t have a milk frother, then quickly whisk some up before you make your coffee.
Warm it up
A barista never pours hot coffee into a cold cup. Always warm up your cup before pouring. Simply add a little bit of boiling water into the cup and leave it for a short period of time to heat up. Empty the water out before adding your brew. A cold cup can reduce the heat of your coffee as you pour it in, and therefore by heating it up beforehand you can ensure a better-quality cup of coffee.
Up the ante
Top off your cappuccino or latte with a sprinkling of powdered chocolate. Look for a quality dark chocolate brand to compliment your coffee blend of choice.
Next time you feel like an artistically crafted cup of coffee, go no further than your kitchen. Enjoy the process and find your perfect taste.
