Word
brewing time
Phoneticsbrew·ing time
US/ˈbruːɪŋ taɪm/
UK/ˈbruːɪŋ taɪm/
Definition
compound. the specific amount of time that hot water stays mixed with coffee grounds to extract the flavor and caffeine needed for a good drink
compound. the total duration of the contact period between water and coffee particles, during which soluble solids and aromatic compounds are extracted to determine the final strength and flavor profile.
Examples
“If the brewing time is too short, your coffee will taste sour.”
“The barista adjusted the grind size to ensure the brewing time remained consistent for each espresso shot.”
“Precise control of brewing time is paramount, as even a ten-second deviation can lead to over-extraction and an unpleasantly bitter astringency in the cup.”
Examples
simple
“If the brewing time is too short, your coffee will taste sour.”
contextual
“The barista adjusted the grind size to ensure the brewing time remained consistent for each espresso shot.”
complex
“Precise control of brewing time is paramount, as even a ten-second deviation can lead to over-extraction and an unpleasantly bitter astringency in the cup.”
Real-World Examples
“Contact Time (often referred to as brew time) is the period during which brewing water remains in direct contact with coffee grounds during the extraction process.” “40 second bloom 3:30 total brewing time Transfer brewed coffee into another vessel before serving Serve into handless ceramic cup” Etymology
A compound noun combining the Middle English 'brewen', originating from the Proto-Germanic 'breuwan', with the Old English 'tīma', referring to a measured duration.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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