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December 29, 2025
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Beyond the Bean

Coffee is more than just a morning jolt; it is complex chemistry. Whether you prefer a light roast with floral notes or a dark roast that tastes like chocolate and earth, the variables are endless.

The Four Pillars of Coffee

  1. Freshness: Use beans roasted within the last 30 days.
  2. Grind Size: Adjusted for your brew method.
  3. Water Ratio: The “Golden Ratio” is typically 1:16 (coffee to water).
  4. Temperature: Ideally between 90°C and 96°C.

Grind Size Guide (Table Test)

The most common mistake is using the wrong grind size. Use this table to check if your table headers and rows are easy to read.

Brew Method Grind Texture Extraction Time
Espresso Fine (Table Salt) 25–30 sec
Pour Over Medium (Sea Salt) 3–4 min
French Press Coarse (Breadcrumbs) 4 min
Cold Brew Extra Coarse 12–24 hours

The Algorithm

If your coffee machine ran on Python, it might look like this. This tests your syntax highlighting for comments and control flow.

class CoffeeMachine:
    def __init__(self, water_level, beans):
        self.water = water_level
        self.beans = beans

    def brew(self):
        if self.water < 250:
            print("Error: Refill Water Tank")
            return False
        
        print("Grinding beans...")
        print("Heating water to 93°C...")
        print("Extracting... ☕")
        return "Delicious Cup Ready!"

# Initialize morning routine
my_machine = CoffeeMachine(water_level=500, beans=True)
print(my_machine.brew())

Contents

    • Beyond the Bean
      • The Four Pillars of Coffee
    • Grind Size Guide (Table Test)
    • The Algorithm

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