How To Brew The Perfect Cup Of Coffee

Like most people, I live and breathe on coffee. No milk, no sugar, just a straight good ol’ cup of joe. But how to brew the perfect cup? Hipsters and total coffee snobs swear by the pour-over method. French Press is a solid stand-by, and then there’s the standard drip coffee (your typical coffee maker machine). Whichever method you choose, you still have to consider the beans, the grind, and the water temperature.
 
That’s a lot.
 
First, I want to bust a couple myths. Dark roast coffee does not have more caffeine than light roast. Just because it tastes richer doesn’t mean it packs a bigger punch. And the big kahuna: drip coffee has more caffeine than espresso. So if you’re looking for a slap-in-the-face-wake-me-up cup of coffee, go for a light roast.
 

More myth busting: French Toast isn’t French!

 
It’s important to keep your coffee beans fresh. Keep them sealed tight in a cool, dark place. Don’t freeze them! That will leech the flavor out of your beans, and that’s just a travesty. If you buy your coffee already ground, it’s best to brew it within two weeks of opening. If you grind your own beans every morning, they’ll last a bit longer.
 
When measuring out your coffee, use 2 Tbsp of ground coffee for every 6 fl oz of water. Any less will result in flavored water or a bitterer cup. Any more is just a waste of good beans.
 
Next: water temperature. It really matters. That super bitter brew was probably due to too hot of water. The ideal temperature for coffee is 200˚F. If you have a good coffeemaker, you don’t need to worry about this (read the super nerdy science reason behind bitter coffee here).
 
Sunny Street brews using the drip method, but what is really important is the beans. We use our very own SUNROAST™ coffee– a medium roast of 100% Arabica beans. It’s smooth with a hint of sweetness. Balanced. Delicious. Get it fresh at the café, or take it home and brew it your own way!
 

–Anna Hetzel, Social Media Manager