Coffee Secrets
Cold brew and iced coffee have become some of the most popular summer drinks in cafes. The difference between them lies in their preparation and taste: cold brew is smooth and less acidic with a higher caffeine content, while iced coffee is stronger and more acidic. Adding these drinks to your cafe's menu demonstrates that you're keeping up with the trends and can boost sales by offering refreshing and customer-friendly options.
This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to prepare the perfect drip coffee by understanding and applying the correct ratio formula. It explains the importance of using the right coffee-to-water ratio, which significantly impacts the taste and quality of the coffee. The article discusses popular ratios such as 1:13 for strong coffee, 1:15 for balanced coffee, and 1:17 for mild coffee, along with tips for enhancing flavor by controlling water temperature and grind size. It also explains how Mard offers clear labeling with customized ratio recommendations for each coffee type, along with instructions tailored to your equipment, to ensure high-quality coffee every time.
In this article from Coffee Giant, we explore the fundamental relationship between water temperature and coffee roast, and how this balance affects the quality of the final cup. We explain the ideal temperatures for each roast level (dark, medium, and light) and the importance of temperature control in bringing out the desired flavors and avoiding bitterness or a weak taste. We also provide a practical way to experience the difference for yourself through customized samples that include different roast levels, along with suggested temperatures and ready-made recipes for your team.
Find out the right water temperature for each coffee brewing appliance such as V60, Chemex, siphon and others, to get perfect flavor and balanced extraction in every cup.
In this guide from Mard Coffee, you'll learn what "grind size" means and how to choose the right grind for each brewing tool in your café. This article is geared towards café owners and those interested in professional operation, explaining the difference between fine and coarse grinds, their impact on extraction, and the importance of selecting the appropriate grind for each machine or tool. By the end of the article, you'll be able to pinpoint exactly what you need to order from Mard for each branch or brewing method to ensure consistent quality and a perfect cup every time.
This article explores the importance of choosing the right roast for coffee shop success, explaining how roasting affects coffee flavor and customer satisfaction. It covers the basic roasts (light, medium, and dark) and explains how to choose the most suitable one based on your target audience and brewing method. The article also highlights the supplier's role in ensuring consistent quality and offers tips for minimizing waste and enhancing the coffee experience. Finally, it encourages coffee shop owners to try customized samples from Mard Roastery or book a consultation with an expert to help them select the optimal roast.
