How to Brew the Perfect Coffee
The science of crafting the perfect cup of caffeinated goodness
Collectively, the world drinks over 2 billion cups of coffee every day! Almost everyone takes their coffee differently. Many of us don’t know that much about coffee, caffeine or how it works. Still, some of us don’t know the fascinating science that goes into brewing the perfect cup of coffee. Just like your cup of coffee, the science behind it is deliciously nuanced. It’s time to take your coffee to the next level while providing you with a daily moment of contemplation.
What is Coffee and Why Do We Drink It?
In 850 A.D., an ancient Abyssinian goat-herder named Kaldi noticed his goats were acting strangely. The goats were full of energy, dancing and prancing about in the grass. Upon closer inspection, Kaldi noticed the goats had been snacking on some strange red berries. Upon eating these berries himself, he too began to dance. Eventually, he determined that it would be wise to dry and boil the berries, creating a warm beverage. The goats in this popular legend may have started our cultural addiction with coffee.
Even hundreds of years ago, people brewed coffee to stay awake and alert. What Kaldi and his fellow goat-herders did not know was exactly why they felt this way.
