FAQs

False! Coffee has bitterness present in its flavors because it contains caffeine and also other compounds to which bitterness is attributed. However, bitterness should never predominate in the cup; a good coffee should not be described as bitter.

True! Coffee should be consumed freshly brewed, when its temperature drops below 52ºC.

True! Plants benefit from coffee grounds in their soil, improving soil structure and serving as an excellent source of nitrogen for composting.

True! The aroma is volatile and dissipates quickly once the coffee is ground, so we have to keep it away from oxygen. That’s why an airtight container is ideal.

False! Coffee is a food, therefore, it oxidizes and expires over time.

True and false! It’s not mandatory, but it’s recommended as it tends to have a bitter, astringent taste and clouds the perception of other flavors.

Yes, true! As long as it is stored as airtightly as possible and allowed to thaw completely, unopened before use, it can be frozen perfectly. It is an excellent resource as long as the guidelines are respected.

False! Caffeine has a very bitter taste; it is one of the compounds that contribute to the bitterness in coffee. That’s why in species like robusta, which has more than double the caffeine content of arabica, the coffee tastes much more bitter.

True! Since the latter undergoes an industrial process that includes preservatives that affect the aromatic and nutritional components. And it is usually made with blends of lower quality coffees to achieve a much more popular price.

True! Being rich in antioxidants, coffee combats premature aging. Antioxidants protect the body from cell degeneration damage caused by molecules called free radicals. Coffee can triple the antioxidant power of green tea or red wine.

True! Caffeine stimulates the transmission of nerve impulses, improves alertness, increases short-term memory, coordination, and concentration capacity. It also promotes vigor and physical speed, and improves motivation and moods in those who consume it.

Coffee dilates the blood vessels in the brain, where the tension that generates the headache occurs. By dilating the vessels, it reduces the pain and can make it disappear.