Why Is My Coffee Espresso Bitter Vs Sour: How To Taste

DIFFERENCE:  Bitter type of coffee beans, amount of coffee used Sour Faster extraction time, lower water temperature

Flavor Nuances 

– Balance: well-balance expresso – Sweetness: compliment the nature acidity  – Body: Enhance or detract from the flavors

Coffee Beans and Roasts

– Light Roasts: higher acidity  – Medium Roasts: balance between acidity and bitterness – Dark Roasts: bitter flavor

Brewing Techniques  -Grinding  -Dosage and tamping -Water temperature (195F-205F) -Brew Time (25-30 seconds)

Bitter Expresso Fixes 

– Grind size – Coffee-to-water ratio – Equipment cleanliness

Additional Taste Factors Acidity: Produces coffee flavor -Caffeine: Lead to a bitter taste   Extraction: Taste of expresso

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