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Which Coffee Beans take your pour-over experience to the next level?
There is something magical about a perfectly brewed pour-over coffee. The gentle pour, the fragrant aroma, and the meticulous extraction process all contribute to a cup of coffee that transcends the ordinary.
At Vicky Coffee, we understand the importance of using exceptional beans to create a pour-over experience that will captivate your senses. In this blog post, we will explore some of our best coffee beans for pour-over brewing.
So, what is pour-over?
The pour-over method involves pouring hot water through coffee grounds in a filter. The water drains through the coffee and filter into a carafe or mug. The method uses a specific and most optimal coffee to water ratio, which according to the Specialty Coffee Association’s Golden Cup Standard, is 55grams per litre.
What is so special about this method is that it accentuates the various intricate flavours making it the perfect brewing method for single origin coffees since it allows the flavours and aromas to shine.
Good filter coffee is clean, clear, and consistent as water is allowed to extract coffee oils and fragrances in its own time and pressure with the filter catching a lot of oils, leading to an overall pleasant, clean, and delicious cup of coffee.
Which coffees should you choose for pour-over?
Technically, you can use any kind of bean for pour-over, but some beans work better than others for giving you a great pour-over experience since the method brings out the various subtle flavours and makes them more prominent. For that reason, light to medium roast single origin beans can be a great option for pour-over.
Without further ado, here are some coffee beans that would suit this brewing method perfectly.
Our Mexico’s El Olmois high up on the list of recommendations for the pour-over method with the South American bean cup profile being a delicious combination of sweet and tart notes with a tropical twist. With a medium roast, this bean’s juicy pineapple notes balanced with the creamy nougat sweetness makes it a perfect bean for the pour-over method.
Burundi’s Kiryama Hill beans offer a unique pour-over experience with their vibrant floral notes and bright acidity. The bean’s prominent tea-like pineapple, and grapefruit notes make for a delicious cup with each sip of this pour-over transporting you to the sun-drenched slopes of Burundi, with its captivating aromatics and refreshing, citrusy finish.
The Ethiopian bean from the Guji region is another bean which would also fit the pour-over method very well. The African bean unleashes the rich sweet flavours of dried fruit and red berries. When brewed through the pour-over method, the Ethipian Guji beans unfurl their complexity, offering a cup that is both exotic and exhilarating.
El Principito from El Salvador is up next, being a washed coffee, it is known for its clarity, allowing you to taste all the vibrant notes and distinct flavours of the bean. El Principito’s floral body adds subtle notes of Jasmine and Plum sweetness making up the perfect pour-over coffee cup.
Finally, the Columbian Geisha, a rare gem of elegance and sophistication for those seeking a truly remarkable pour-over experience. This variety is celebrated for its rarity and exceptional flavour, and deservedly so! The Geisha beans exude elegant floral notes, enchanting the palate with a delicate taste of sweet banana and orange. The pour-over method allows the subtle nuances of these beans to shine, delivering a cup that is nothing short of a sensory masterpiece.
Here at Vicky Coffee, we take pride in offering a wide selection of coffees that would elevate the pour-over process and the coffee drinking experience in general. Our coffees discussed above are a testament to our commitment to excellence. Each of these beans has been carefully selected and roasted to provide an extraordinary pour-over experience, allowing you to savour the unique flavours and aromas that make each cup a moment of pure indulgence.
