coffee flavor and the fraction of the coffee
bean extracted into the water by various
brewing methods. Balanced flavor
corresponds to an extraction of around
20% of the coffee solids. The strength of
the flavor depends on the relative
proportions of coffee and water: espresso
is made with a much higher proportion of
coffee than other brews.Brewing Coffee Brewing is the extraction
into water of desirable substances from the
coffee bean, in amounts that produce a
balanced, pleasing drink. These substances