People are divided into dog people and cat people, Dostoevsky fans and Tolstoy lovers, into owls and larks. For those who drink coffee in the morning, and those who prefer tea. For the tea ceremony, there are various sets - funny and elegant, oriental and European, porcelain and glass. But the process of making tea is very simple and uniform. Coffee lovers are much more fortunate: the number of accessories for making coffee is amazing. Coffee is brewed in a Turk, on sand, brewed in a French press, in coffee machines, sometimes simply poured with boiling water. A self-respecting coffee lover is well versed in all the advantages of each of these methods. In this article, we will talk about such a device as an aeropress for coffee.
A bit of history
Coffee came to us from the Middle East. Ethiopia is considered its homeland, from where it spread to Egypt and Yemen. Europeans tasted this drink in the 17th century and a hundred years later they began to set up coffee plantations around the world. Coffee houses began to open in Paris and London, and the invigorating drink began to gain more and more popularity. True, at first many refused to drink it, considering it poisonous. He was even called"devil's drink" However, this superstition soon came to naught, and coffee drinking became ubiquitous. This is not surprising. It perfectly tones brain activity, is an excellent antioxidant, improves mood and increases overall vitality.
In the beginning, coffee was brewed in a Turk on the sand, as was done in the East. In the 20th century, various machines for making a drink began to appear, simplifying this process. At home, you can also use the Turk and cook it just on the stove. Although now it has become very fashionable to purchase kits for making coffee in an oriental way - with sand and a special bowl where it is heated. For those who love technical innovations, it will be interesting to get acquainted with such an accessory as an aeropress for coffee. Feedback from users, despite its recent appearance, it has already received very positive.
The structure of the Aeropress and the principle of operation
In 2005, Alan Adler first patented a device that helps bring the taste of homemade drink as close as possible to the taste of espresso. It was called Aeropress for coffee. Due to its compact size, it is very convenient to use it not only at home, but also to take it with you on a trip, to the country house, to a picnic. Aeropress consists of a plastic flask with volume divisions applied to it, a piston with a rubber gasket, a lid with holes so that the drink passes freely through them, leaving the thick at the bottom. It also comes with paper filters. The principle of making coffee is identical to the French press. The only difference is that the processbrewing is much faster and takes less than a minute, and the taste of the drink is richer and stronger.
How to make coffee in an Aeropress? Preparing the Accessory for Use
First you need to grind the coffee beans. Which coffee grinder to choose - manual or electric - is up to you, but true adherents of this drink say that a manual coffee grinder is best suited for this. Take the Aeropress plunger and place it in the flask, lowering it to the fourth division. For the best return of taste, connoisseurs recommend preheating the unit. Place the filter inside the lid and pour hot water through it, then rinse it several times with hot water.
Second stage: coffee brewing
Now start brewing. The recommended dose of ground powder per person is 17 grams. Pour the required amount into the bottom of the press and fill it with boiled water up to the three mark. Please note that pouring boiling water over coffee is highly discouraged; it is better to let the water cool for a minute. Particularly meticulous chefs advise using water of 80-85 degrees. With the help of a special kitchen thermometer, you can easily measure it. After thoroughly mixing the drink with a spoon, add more water - up to the two mark. Now you can close the aeropress with a lid with a filter. After a few minutes, you can pour your drink into a cup.
Some tricks
There is one piece of advice the pros give to beginners,decided to use the Aeropress to make coffee. After the drink has been infused for a minute, carefully take it in your hand, tilt it 45 degrees and begin to rotate it slowly. This will allow it to mix better. Now your coffee is ready! Place the AeroPress on the mug and begin to carefully lower the plunger to the bottom of the flask. This process should take you at least 15-20 seconds. As soon as you hear the whistle of air coming out of the flask, stop. Real espresso in your cup! You can dilute it with water in the proportion that suits you.
How is Aeropress different from other coffee brewing methods?
Recently, Aeropress coffee has become an increasingly popular method of preparing an invigorating drink. Since 2008, even the World Championship has been held, where they compete in the art of using this unit. How is making coffee in an Aeropress different from making it, say, in a coffee machine? Firstly, the coffee machine requires regular maintenance and proper cleaning. Often, due to improper use, bacteria and waste accumulate in it, which not only spoil the taste of the drink, but can also cause serious harm to he alth. Secondly, as true coffee lovers say, only manual work helps the beans to give all their taste and aroma. And, finally, thirdly, Aeropress takes up much less space in the kitchen and is completely unpretentious in care.
Which coffee is best for Aeropress?
In fact, there is no special grade for Aeropress. And in this hisanother advantage: if small budget coffee makers often require special tablets or capsules that can not be bought in every store, then here you will need the most ordinary natural coffee beans. If you want to be a true barista, don't buy pre-ground coffee. In this case, it is difficult to guarantee that cheap robusta or some other ingredients that have nothing to do with coffee beans will be added to your coffee flour. In addition, ground coffee quickly expires, so it is recommended to grind it immediately before preparation. The grind of coffee for Aeropress should be the same as for espresso, that is, medium - not very fine - since the finest grind is used to brew coffee in an oriental way, in a Turk - and not very coarse. Grinding is a very important detail, so it is worth paying special attention to it.
Each type of coffee has its own grind
Very often due to improper observance of the grinding size and the time of brewing coffee, the drink turns out to be tasteless, and we sin on the manufacturer. In fact, knowing some tricks, you can enjoy the great aroma of the drink, even just brewing it in a cup. The finest grinding, as mentioned above, is poured into the Turk. This is the only way the grounds remain in the cup, and the less there is, the better. For such grinding, you will have to use only a professional coffee grinder, the usual one will not cope with this. If you prefer to brew an invigorating drink in a French press, then you need to use the coarsest, coarsest grinding. Timecooking time will be 4 minutes. If the grinding is medium, then it should be reduced to three minutes. Aeropress is best suited for medium grinding, as for coffee machines.
Cleaning and caring for the device
Aeropress coffee must be cleaned after each use. This will help it last you as long as possible. Do not think that coffee grounds can be left in the flask until the next time. Waste after making coffee releases bacteria that settle on the walls of the vessel and subsequently spoil the taste of your favorite drink. The cleaning process is very simple, it is no more difficult than washing a cup and will take you no more than 20 seconds. After unscrewing the lid, squeeze the compressed coffee grounds together with the paper filter directly into the waste container with a piston. Then wash the Aeropress under running water and leave to dry completely. Aeropress does not require any special aftercare.
Aeropress for coffee: customer reviews
The Internet is not only a place where you can order anything from anywhere in the world, being at home on the couch, but also a platform where users share their opinions about the new products they have used. Aeropress coffee is gaining more and more popularity. Real reviews will help you decide if you really should buy it. Connoisseurs of the invigorating drink write that one of the advantages of the Aeropress is its combination of two cooking methods: first, it is brewed for a few seconds like a regular Americano, and then it is passed through a filter. Thus, its taste is obtained verybalanced - rich and soft, without the bitterness of espresso. It is most in demand among young people, but fans of traditional cooking methods also appreciated the coffee aeropress. Their reviews indicate that the taste of the drink satisfied them no less than real espresso, prepared according to all the rules of an experienced barista. Some even decided to abandon their beloved Turks in his favor, they were so captivated by the capabilities of the Aeropress.
Where to buy?
Aeropress is produced by the American company Aerobie. In Russia, it can be purchased at many online stores selling coffee accessories. The price of this device is quite real - about four thousand rubles. This is a little more expensive than a good French press, but cheaper than a coffee maker. Do not forget to put paper filters in the basket as well - 350 pieces will cost you 700-800 rubles. In a store that sells real products, and not analogues, you will be sold an Aeropress for coffee (the photo of which you will find below) along with a convenient bag in which it is convenient to take it with you. Impact-resistant material (polypropylene) will allow your accessory to last a long time. Therefore, beware of fakes, buy only in trusted stores.
Coffee is one of most people's favorite drinks. To make it easy and convenient to prepare it at home, without losing its taste, an aeropress coffee will help.
