# Brewing Temperature

/ˈbruːɪŋ ˈtɛmpərəˌtʃʊr/ (US) · /ˈbruːɪŋ ˈtɛmprətʃə/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Compound

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/brewing-temperature
Updated: 2026-09-20

## Definition

the temperature of the water used to make coffee, which changes how the drink tastes and smells, usually kept between 92°C and 98°C

For teachers: the specific thermal state of water during the extraction phase of coffee preparation, typically maintained within a range of 90.5°C to 96°C to optimize chemical solubility.

## Examples

- The brewing temperature was too low, so the coffee tasted sour.
- Most baristas adjust the brewing temperature depending on how dark the coffee beans were roasted.
- Precise PID controllers allow professional espresso machines to maintain a stable brewing temperature, preventing the thermal fluctuations that lead to inconsistent extraction profiles.

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