Brewing filter coffee seems simple but there are hidden details. UCC Kamijima Coffee Co., Ltd., a major Japanese coffee manufacturer, shared several common NG behaviors when enjoying hand-brewed coffee at home. With a little attention, you can make your daily cup of coffee more fragrant and smooth.

NG1: Pour water in without first smoothing the surface of the coffee powder

Do you often pour hot water immediately after hanging the filter coffee on the cup? In fact, it is crucial to have a little ingenuity before this step. If you use a spoon or other tools to gently smooth the surface of the coffee powder before starting to pour water, the hot water can penetrate more evenly and avoid uneven extraction that causes the taste to be light and strong. This simple action can make the flavor more stable and the taste more balanced.

NG2: Inject hot water and squeeze the filter bag

At the end of brewing, many people are used to lifting the filter bag and "squeezing it" to force out the last few drops of coffee. But this will mix the coffee with unpleasant flavors. It is recommended to wait for the last drop to drip naturally before gently removing the filter bag. Although it takes a little more time, you can get a cup of good coffee with a more refreshing flavor and cleaner layers.

Do not drink excessive amounts of filter coffee.

Although coffee is delicious, it contains caffeine. If you consume too much, it may cause physical discomfort, including dizziness, rapid heartbeat, restlessness, hand shaking, insomnia, diarrhea and nausea, etc. Everyone has a different amount of caffeine they can tolerate, so the key is moderation. In order to enjoy your coffee time healthily and happily, please pay attention to the amount you drink every day and don’t let the delicious taste become a burden.