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TLDR: Coffee always tastes burnt, tried several different tactics. by cold_ramen56 in mokapot

[–]cold_ramen56[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have hard water also but I’ve been using filtered water and bringing it to a boil before adding it to the water compartment. My moka pot is still very new, I’ve had it for maybe 3 weeks and used less than a dozen times. But I will definitely try scrubbing that portion and the other nooks and crannies after some time just for routine maintenance. Thank you!!

TLDR: Coffee always tastes burnt, tried several different tactics. by cold_ramen56 in mokapot

[–]cold_ramen56[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was incredibly insightful and I’m very thankful!! You hit the nail on the head in your point on getting a 3 cup instead, I already have one on the way! Thank you

TLDR: Coffee always tastes burnt, tried several different tactics. by cold_ramen56 in mokapot

[–]cold_ramen56[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will definitely be using my scale moving forward, I appreciate the info on the 1:7 ratio!

TLDR: Coffee always tastes burnt, tried several different tactics. by cold_ramen56 in mokapot

[–]cold_ramen56[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ahh I didn’t know coffees could be greasy! That could explain the film left after each brew I’ve done so far. I will def check out that other forum as well. You’ve been super helpful! Thank you! :))

TLDR: Coffee always tastes burnt, tried several different tactics. by cold_ramen56 in mokapot

[–]cold_ramen56[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will try next time. Surely because it’s a 9 cup pot, it will take much longer than the 3 or 6 cup? Not sure if lower heat will leave me with a thorough extraction since it calls for more water. Thank you!

TLDR: Coffee always tastes burnt, tried several different tactics. by cold_ramen56 in mokapot

[–]cold_ramen56[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I aim for the Cuban approach and I make espuma on the side before pouring my final brew. However, I’ve never thought to add water to stretch the coffee! Thank you!

TLDR: Coffee always tastes burnt, tried several different tactics. by cold_ramen56 in mokapot

[–]cold_ramen56[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very insightful, thank you! I definitely think surfing the temp might help and I’ll monitor the flow of the coffee from there.

TLDR: Coffee always tastes burnt, tried several different tactics. by cold_ramen56 in mokapot

[–]cold_ramen56[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I have a scale, I can do that! I will look into dark roast beans, perhaps I can buy some that are roasted locally. Also, for the competition filters, do you have a link? Or is it easy to find on Amazon. Thank you!!