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Black coffee

Article: Black coffee

    How can something so simple be so powerful? Black coffee is one of the purest ways to enjoy coffee. No milk, no sugar, no distractions. Just coffee. And if you choose a great bean, you don’t need anything else.

    What is black coffee?

    It’s a cup of coffee without any additives. Most often prepared with an espresso machine or moka pot, but it can also be made with an AeroPress or even a pour-over. The key is to use high-quality coffee, ground just before brewing, and prepared with care.

    Black coffee stands out for its direct flavour, intense aroma, and body. It’s the best way to discover the nuances of a great bean. That’s why at Ineffable Coffee we recommend trying our coffees without milk or sugar.

    Coffee bean varieties for black coffee

    Arabica vs Robusta

    Arabica beans are smoother, with fruity, floral, or chocolatey notes. Robusta, on the other hand, is more bitter, with characteristic notes like rubber, earthy tones, and higher caffeine content. To enjoy a complex and pleasant black coffee, the ideal choice is specialty Arabica — like the seasonal coffees we roast every week.

    Recommended brew methods for black coffee

    If you’re looking for intensity, espresso is the most direct option. If you prefer something smoother, go for a moka pot. And if you really want to capture the full potential of the coffee’s variety, terroir, and roast profile, try AeroPress or any other filter brewing method. With any of these methods, you can brew a black coffee full of flavour and character. The most important thing is using quality coffee and brewing it with attention to detail.

    Tips to bring out the best in your black coffee

    Temperature and grind size

    As a general rule across all brewing methods, the ideal water temperature is between 90 and 94 °C (195–202 °F). Hotter water can burn the coffee, cooler water can make it taste flat. As for grind size, each method has its sweet spot: fine for espresso, medium-fine for moka, and coarser for filter. In our School section, you’ll find brewing guides for many methods, and each coffee comes with its own recipe for different brew methods.

    Avoid using old coffee or pre-ground. Buy whole beans, store them airtight, and grind just before brewing. It makes all the difference.

    If you want to experience coffee in its purest form, black coffee is the way to go. And if you’re looking for the best beans to brew it, visit Ineffable Coffee and pick your favourite. Because when coffee is truly good, it doesn’t need company.

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