Elevate Your Morning Cup

Author

Kelsey Waddell
April 15, 2024

Hey coffee crew! Pull up a chair and let's talk all things rich, robust, and roasted in this week's dive into coffee culture.

Coffee Deal of the Day

Your great taste in coffee? You got it from your mama. Treat her to a gift subscription from Trade Coffee and get $10 off when you follow this link and use the code Roasty10 at checkout. (Now through Mother’s Day, 5/14).

(New members also earn a free bag of coffee with a new subscription, so treat yourself, too, while you’re at it!)

Coffee Tip of the Day

To elevate your home-brewed coffee to the next level, consider the water you're using.

It's easy to overlook, but the water quality can drastically change the taste of your coffee. After all, a cup of joe is about 98% water. If you find your coffee is not tasting up to par, it might be time to check what's coming out of your tap.

Water with a high chlorine content or that is very hard can impart off-flavors and affect extraction. A simple tip is to use filtered or bottled water with a balanced mineral content—this can enhance the clarity and flavor profile of your brew. This works for both espresso and pour-over methods.

If you're very serious about your cup, consider testing your water's pH level and mineral content and compare it to the Specialty Coffee Association's water quality standards for that perfect brew. Happy experimenting!

Stories Of The Day

13 Reasons Your Coffee Tastes Bad and How to Fix It

I see your face. That isn’t a pleasant face that you should have after taking a sip of coffee. That looks more like you just licked the back of a lizard. We’ve all been there, and there is nothing worse than a bad cup of coffee. While a bad brew is sometimes unavoidable, there are many common reasons why we make bad cups of coffee. Let’s take a look at 10 reasons why coffee tastes bad and what you can do to fix it…

www.roastycoffee.com/coffee-tastes-bad

Best Coffee Subscription Boxes: 14 Top Picks for 2024

Let’s be honest with each other for a moment; you want good coffee. Who doesn’t? Of course, you may not always think about it as you go about your undoubtedly busy day. When do you think about it? Let me guess… I’m betting you are looking for that coffee first thing in the morning or about five minutes before you really want to be enjoying a truly amazing cup of coffee. So what happens if you haven’t had a chance to get to your local coffee shop or roaster? I’ll tell you what happens….

www.roastycoffee.com/coffee-subscriptions

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I never laugh until I've had my coffee.

- Clark Gable

Until next week, keep exploring the vast world of beans and brews. Remember, the perfect cup is a journey, not a destination. Stay caffeinated!

- Team Roasty