Posted

on October 13, 2014

As over
fifty percent of Americans incorporate coffee in their everyday lives, a
variety of brewing methods are used in order to achieve the perfect caffeinated
beverage. Here is an overview of the differences between hot and cold-brewed
coffee, so that you can enjoy gourmet coffees in a way that is perfect for
you.

Taste, Acidity, and Body

Cold water tends to bring out sweeter notes in coffee, but
some of the more aromatic and bright notes can only be brought out with hot
water. Both brewing methods bring out unique qualities in a single source
coffee.

Cold-brewed coffee is much less acidic than conventional
hot-brew methods. While hot-brewed coffee has a wonderful crisp flavor to it,
cold-brewed coffee goes down much smoother.

Brewing coffee in cold water takes body and viscidity to a
whole different level. Cold brewed coffee has a unique syrup texture to
it.

The Hot Brewing Method

Brewing coffee with hot water is the most common way to
create a cup of joe from specialty coffee roasters. The hot water quickly
dissolves the flavors in the beans to provide a strong drink within
minutes.

There is still a way to enjoy a ready-to-drink iced coffee
if you do not want to lose the flavor qualities of hot-brewed coffee. Simply
brew hot coffee on extra strength (twice the amount of beans) and pour over a
cup full of ice.

The Cold Brewing Method

Cold-brewing coffee can be done a variety of ways, but one
of the easiest ways is to use a nut milk bag. Put a fairly large amount of
medium-ground gourmet coffee beans in the bag (approximately four and a half
ounces). Place the bag in a two quart pitcher, and then fill this pitcher to the
top with cold, filtered water. Let this steep for about twelve hours, remove
the bag and give it a squeeze, and then enjoy!

Cold-brewing coffee tends to yield a very concentrated
beverage that can be diluted to your preference by water or milk. For those who
love milk in their coffee, they will find that cold-brewed coffee is strong
enough to take the milk without losing its flavor and richness.

Although this method calls for brewing the coffee in cold
water, it can be enjoyed hot as well. To have a hot cup of coffee while still
enjoying the taste characteristics of cold-brewed coffee, simply add steaming
hot water or milk.

Unlike traditional hot-brewed coffee, cold-brewed coffee
does not go stale and can be made in large batches. Although it takes time for
the beans to steep, you have the opportunity to enjoy gourmet coffees instantly
for the next several days.

No matter what your taste preferences may be, it is
important to pay attention to the quality of the coffee you drink. For superior
quality and taste, try the gourmet coffee offerings of Fortunes Coffee. At
Fortunes Coffee, our team dedicates hours to sampling, tasting and perfecting
each roast we offer, helping us to stand out from the rest.With 60 years of experience, discover how
Pittsburgh’s best coffee roaster can make a difference in your morning and try
Fortunes Coffee today!

Some Like it Hot, Some Like it Cold | Hot v Cold Brewed Coffee

Some Like it Hot, Some Like it Cold | Hot v Cold Brewed Coffee

Some Like it Hot, Some Like it Cold | Hot v Cold Brewed Coffee

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