What You Need to Know
Contains caffeine (0.25-0.50% dry weight) and chlorogenic acids (7-10% dry weight) extracted through hot water infusion. The process hydrolyzes some bound phenolic compounds into simpler antioxidants.
Provides coffee farmers with additional revenue stream from byproduct utilization while creating a unique beverage category.
Key Parameters
Temperature
92°C
85°C - 96°C
Time
5 minutes
4 minutes - 7 minutes
Equipment
French pressTea infuserPour-over setup
Steps
- 1.
Cascara soda (El Salvador): Carbonation balances natural sweetness
The Science
Primary Reaction
Extraction of soluble compounds