Thursday, March 14, 2024

The University of Manchester Dubai

Living in Dubai

How to Ensure Your Coffee Routine Matches Your Personality

For a significant percentage of the population, coffee is an integral aspect of the morning routine. And, with so many bean types, drink styles, and ways to prepare the coffee, you can have a large rotation of caffeinated beverages.

From learning the types of coffee drinks to understanding coffee colour characteristics, read on for ways you can ensure your coffee routine matches your personality.

Also Read: 9 Best Ways of Decorating Your Home for Ramadan Eid in Dubai

1. Learn the Basic Coffee Drinks

Basic Coffee Drinks

Before you can decide which drinks match your personality, you first need to know your options. While there are always new versions of caffeinated drinks coming out on the market, there are only a few tried-and-true classics.

First and foremost is black coffee, one of the most accessible options to make at home. This is the ideal option for those who are no-nonsense and down-to-earth and have more pressing matters to worry about than which speciality coffee drink to have in the morning.

Alternatively, if you want something with a bit more punch, you may prefer an espresso-based black coffee such as an Americano or just espresso shots by themselves. This drink style suits those who are powerful and bold and love the intensity of a significant jolt of caffeine.

If the rest of your morning routine consists of your alarm going off at 5 a.m, a high-intensity workout session and a read of the newspaper before going into work, then this is the option for you.

If you prefer to have milk in your beverage, you may want to opt for a latte or a cappuccino. The former is perfect for those who appreciate the little things in life as it pairs nicely with a cosy morning routine filled with some downtime, a good book, and a delicious breakfast.

Cappuccinos are the go-to coffee drink for those who are natural trendsetters. This sophisticated coffee beverage has an incredible flavour and texture, making it fitting for those who like the finer things in life.

A cappuccino is distinctly layered, with an even distribution of espresso, foamed and steamed milk. On the other hand, a latte has a greater amount of steamed milk and less foamed milk, and the espresso and steamed milk are blended.

All of these drinks are delicious – as long as they are made with the highest-quality beans you can find.

Also Read: 5 Most Romantic Wedding Anniversary Date Ideas to Do in Dubai

2. Match your Coffee Beans With your Tastebuds

Coffee Beans

Once you have an idea of the type of coffee beverage that suits your personality, it is time to find the right taste. There is a wide variety of coffee beans on the market, ensuring that everyone can find the most delicious ones for their taste buds. Generally, there are considered to be three main types of coffee beans: robusta, liberica and arabica.

Robusta is the strongest of the three, while liberica has a more demure taste. Arabica is the most common type (80% of the coffee in the world is produced from these types of beans) and offers the smoothest taste. These three types are then divided into subcategories as the characteristics differ according to where they are grown due to various factors, including temperature and height.

There are several different ways to group these different tastes. One of the most innovative is to do it by coffee colour as the best speciality coffee roaster in Dubai does.

Here, they have three colour groups (purple, brown and green) that aid customers in discerning the beans’ taste characteristics. By dividing their beans into colour groups, they help you find which colour group fits your personality and, in turn, the best coffee beans for your palette.

For example, their green colour grouping signifies fruit-forward and lively beans that present notes of fresh citrus and tropical fruits. For this reason, coffee beans that are in this colour grouping have higher amounts of acidity and a lighter sweetness than others.

Alternatively, you may be more aligned with the browns, which have more balanced, everyday flavours and exhibit notes of nuts, chocolates, and caramels. When roasted, these beans have some hints of sweet acidity as well as molasses and tobacco. If you like to drink your coffee black, beans that fall into this grouping may be precisely what you want.

Finally, if you are looking for a luxurious, sweet and flavourful taste, you will want to choose beans from the purples. Beans that fall into this category have flavours of deep purple fruits, dried fruits and berries. Due to their heavier texture, they also often have a sweetness akin to maple syrup.

By thinking about flavours through their colour profile, you are much more likely to find a bean (or multiple) that suits your personality and taste buds.

Also Read: Dubai: Worlds Most Extra-Ordinary Destination for the Seafood Lovers

3. Choose Your Method

Coffee Methods

Now that you have your style of drink and your taste (based on colour), it is time to align your brewing method with your personality.

If you like to take things slow and do them precisely, then a pour-over is the method for you as it allows you to ensure that every cup comes out just so. On the other hand, if you prefer to do things quickly and efficiently, then a basic drip coffee maker will be more aligned with your personality.

For those who like to indulge in all the complexities and nuances of taste, then a French Press is the way to go. When using a French press, you are guaranteed to feel a little fancy, especially when you look around your home and see all the books and art on display.

Alternatively, if you prefer things to be slightly more straightforward and more traditional but just as stylish and delicious, then a percolator will be more your speed.

Also Read: Top 6 Best Indian Restaurants in Dubai

Final Thoughts

Remember, there is no right or wrong when it comes to making coffee – as long as you are purchasing high-quality coffee beans from a speciality roaster, you are guaranteed to have a delicious cup of joe.

Are you looking to upgrade your coffee routine this year? In what way would you like your coffee to match your personality? Have you ever thought of flavours in terms of colour? Let us know your thoughts and any additional insights you have in the comments below!

Also checkout: 8 Reasons Why Home Cook in Dubai Should Join a Cooking Class

AUTHOR BIO
Drew Dennehy is the co-founder of THREE Coffee, one of the region’s leading speciality coffee companies, headquartered in Dubai. His passion for coffee has led to the pursuit of career opportunities around the world from New Zealand and Europe to the United Arab Emirates. Drew’s goal is to enhance coffee experiences and ensure the industry is sustainable at every level. “We will achieve this by telling the story of the farmers who make each cup possible.”

Dubai Explorer

If you like This post, you can follow FlashyDubai on Facebook and on Twitter. Subscribe to FlashyDubai feed via RSS or EMAIL to receive instant updates.