Questions tagged [temperature]

More than just the amount of heat energy contained in coffee: from extraction to serving, temperature has myriad effects on the quality and flavour of the resulting beverage.

Questions about the temperature of coffee. This involves factors that can be changed or be determined by the temperature. The temperature though, can be a major factor for many aspects and types of coffee, from extraction to serving. More examples at The National Coffee Association, Coffee Detective, and Peets Coffee and Tea.

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French press temperatures

For a few years I have been using a French press. I have a kettle that I can set the temperature. I set it 201 F. I grind my beans fresh. I bloom for 30 seconds and brew for four minutes. I’ve been happy with the coffee and it taste pretty good. But…
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What is/are the ideal brewing temperature(s) when preparing coffee?

I know that coffee in a coffee machine is usually prepared using a temperature between 91–94 °C. Some people say 85°C is ideal. The pressure is usually between 8 and 18 bars. My questions are specifically, what are ideal/recommended temperatures for…
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How to keep a cup of Coffee hot enough not to burn me?

When I warm a cup of water up in a microwave I get the feeling that is gets too hot for me to drink it without burning my lips. But, then it chills too fast, which renders me to drink it all before it's cold again. Does someone know a trick for…
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What temperature to froth/steam OAT milk to? {Rancilio Silvia}

I have a v3 Rancilio Silvia with PID and just cant find anything solid online. Thanks. Currently set to 280 (Fahrenheit) but thats way tooooo high. Looking to make lattes.
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Which way can I achieve the hottest cup?

Regarding drip coffee maker: Is my coffee the HOTTEST immediately after the brewing cycle is done or sitting on the burner/plate for awhile? I’m wondering by me letting the completed cycle sit for 15 minutes or so before pourers a cup am I cooling…
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