How to Brew the Perfect Cup of Guatemalan Coffee in Cold Weather
Guatemala's finest arabica beans provide the perfect balance of mild spice and rich chocolate overtones, making them the ideal choice for the perfect cup of coffee on winter mornings. Our San Marcos-grown beans at Via Guatemala Coffee are hand-picked for their robust taste character, which is evident even on the coldest days. Let's examine how to maximize these unique qualities in your winter brewing regimen.
Understanding Temperature's Impact on Brewing
Cold weather can significantly impact Your coffee brewing process, especially when keeping the ideal temperature. Your coffee cups and brewing equipment are typically more fabulous in the winter, which can impact extraction and cause heat loss during brewing. We advise heating your brewing supplies and cups with hot water before beginning to counteract this. The optimal brewing temperature for our medium roast Guatemalan coffee is still between 195 and 205°F (90 and 96°C). The rich flavors in our high-altitude cultivated beans, including the distinctive chocolate notes and vibrant fruit overtones, are best extracted within this temperature range.
Optimal Winter Brewing Methods
We suggest two main techniques for cold-weather brewing that work well with our Guatemalan beans every time. The French press technique best brings out the full-bodied character of our coffee, especially our Mayan Jaguar mix with its deep chocolate undertones. To guarantee complete flavor extraction in the winter, use a coarse grind and give it more time to soak (four to five minutes). As an alternative, the Pour-Over process, which uses a medium-fine grind, highlights the bright, citrusy flavors in our Mayan Warrior roast and enables perfect temperature control. For the best extraction with any method, the water temperature must be kept constant during brewing.
Storage and Grinding Tips for Winter
During the winter, when temperature changes can impact coffee freshness, proper bean storage becomes even more critical. Your Via Guatemala Coffee beans should be kept in an airtight container from direct sunlight and heat sources. Beans should not be kept in the refrigerator as this might add unneeded moisture. Just before brewing, grind your beans for the freshest flavor. If your beans have been kept in a chilly place throughout the winter, let them come to room temperature before grinding. This keeps the grinds from being impacted by moisture and guarantees a constant grind size.
Experience Premium Guatemalan Coffee Today
Are you prepared to master your coffee regimen for the winter? Explore our assortment of excellent arabica beans from the San Marcos area by visiting Via Guatemala Coffee. We offer the ideal roast for your winter brewing requirements, whether you like the bright citrus overtones of our Mayan Warrior or the deep chocolate notes of our Mayan Jaguar. For the ideal cup every time, check out our suggestions for brewing equipment and place your order now to get freshly roasted beans delivered right to your home. Join our coffee community to discover why Guatemalan coffee is the ideal wintertime companion.
