Characterization of the Aroma Profile and Main Key Odorants of Espresso Coffee

Espresso coffee (EC) is a common coffee preparation technique that nowadays is broadly widespread all over the globe. Its popularity is in part attributed to the intense aroma and pleasant flavor. Many researchers have studied and reviewed the aroma of the coffee, but there is a lack of specific review focused on EC aroma profile even if it is intensively investigated. Thus, the objective of the current review was to summarize the aroma profile of EC and how different preparation variables can affect EC flavor. Moreover, a collection of diverse analytical procedures for volatile analysis was also reported. The findings of this survey showed that the volatile fraction of EC is extremely complex, but just some compounds are responsible for the characteristic aroma of the coffee, such as some aldehyde, ketones, furanones, furans, sulfur compounds, pyrazines, etc. In addition, during preparation, some variables, e.g., temperature and pressure of water, granulometry of the coffee particle, and brew ratio, can also modify the aroma profile of this beverage, and therefore its quality. A better understanding of the aroma fraction of EC and how the preparation variables should be adjusted according to desired EC would assist coffee workers in obtaining a higher quality product.

Sonic Seasoning and Other Multisensory Influences on the Coffee Drinking Experience

The coffee drinking experience undoubtedly depends greatly on the quality of the coffee bean and the method of preparation. However, beyond the product-intrinsic qualities of the beverage itself, there are also a host of other product-extrinsic factors that have been shown to influence the coffee-drinking experience. This review summarizes the influence of everything from the multisensory atmosphere through to the sound of coffee preparation, and from the typeface on the coffee packaging through the drinking vessel. Furthermore, the emerging science around sonic seasoning, whereby specific pieces of music or soundscapes, either pre-composed or bespoke, are used to bring out specific aspects in the taste (e.g., sweetness or bitterness) or aroma/flavor (nutty, dark chocolate, dried fruit notes, etc.) of a coffee beverage is also discussed in depth. Relevant related research with other complex drinks such as beer and wine are also mentioned where relevant.

Cold Brew Coffee—Pilot Studies on Definition, Extraction, Consumer Preference, Chemical Characterization and Microbiological Hazards

Cold brew coffee is a new trend in the coffee industry. This paper presents pilot studies on several aspects of this beverage. Using an online survey, the current practices of cold brew coffee preparation were investigated, identifying a rather large variability with a preference for extraction of medium roasted Arabica coffee using 50–100 g/L at 8 °C for about 1 day. Sensory testing using ranking and triangle tests showed that cold brew may be preferred over iced coffee (cooled down hot extracted coffee). Extraction experiments under different conditions combined with nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) analysis showed that the usual extraction time may be longer than necessary as most compounds are extracted within only a few hours, while increasing turbulence (e.g., using ultrasonication) and temperature may additionally increase the speed of extraction. NMR analysis also revealed a possible chemical differentiation between cold brew and hot brew using multivariate data analysis. Decreased extraction time and reduced storage times could be beneficial for cold brew product quality as microbiological analysis of commercial samples detected samples with spoilage organisms and contamination with Bacillus cereus.

METODE SPEKTROSKOPI ATR-FTIR TANDEM PCA UNTUK MENDETEKSI KOPI ROBUSTA SEBAGAI ADULTERAN DALAM SEDIAAN KOPI ARABIKA TORAJA KOMERSIAL

Toraja arabica coffee is well known for its higher price and quality compared to robusta coffee, but its commercial is often added with other ingredients, including robusta coffee which has low economic value. Visual inspection is unreliable in roasted ground coffee due to the resemblance of its chemical content. The ATR-FTIR method tandem PCA was able to provide an overview of the typical chemical content of the coffee preparation. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the robusta coffee as adulterant in Toraja arabica coffee preparation by using ATR-FTIR. Toraja arabica coffee beans were obtained from three smallholder plantations around Toraja and Robusta coffee beans were obtained from Toraja, Lampung, and West Java coffee plantations. The coffee beans were roasted and then macerated using 96% ethanol for 3×24 hours and concentrated using a rotary evaporator until being thick. The IR spectrum of each extract was measured using the ATR-FTIR spectroscopy at a range of 4000-650 cm-1. The results show there is a similarity in the IR spectrum patterns and there is only a small difference in the transmittance of Toraja arabica coffee and robusta coffee. Furthermore, the IR spectrum is clustered by using PCA in R program. The projection of three commercial samples shows that samples 1 and 2 do not contain robusta coffee while sample 3 shows the presence of robusta coffee. In conclusion, the ATR-FTIR spectroscopic method tandem PCA was able to clustered the presence or absence of robusta coffee content in the Toraja arabica coffee.

Su Sertliğinin Filtre Kahvenin Uçucu Bileşenlerine ve Lezzetine Etkisi

Water is the second important ingredient in coffee preparation after coffee type and affects the coffee quality. In this study, it was aimed to investigate the effects of four different water hardness (bottled, purified, medium hard and hard water) used in filter coffee preparation on volatile compounds and flavour of filter coffee. The highest number of volatile compounds were determined in filter coffee prepared using medium hard water (12 furan, 7 pyrazine, 3 pyrrole, 2 aldehyde, 1 furanone, 1 ketone, 1 pyridine and 1 thiophene group, totally 28 volatile compounds). It was determined that the hardness of the water used in the preparation of filter coffee affected the area percentages of 2-methylfuran, 2-methylbutanal, 5-methyl-3-hexanone, 1-methyl-1H-pyrrole, 2-vinyl-5-methylfuran, 2- (methoxymethyl) furan, dihydro-2-methyl- 3 (2H)-furanone, 2-ethyl-3-methyl-pyrazine, 3-ethyl-2.5-dimethyl-pyrazine, 2-furancarboxaldehyde, benzaldehyde, 2.2'-bifuran and 2.2'-methylenebisfuran volatile compounds. Aroma characters (roasted coffee (2.77), roasted hazelnuts (2.35), almonds (0.96), raw vegetables (2.69), soil (0.96)) were perceived in low intensity in filter coffee prepared with hard water. Bitter taste (3.63) was the most perceived taste character in the filter coffee prepared with hard water, while hazelnut (0.40), spice (0.63), lemon peel (0.58), sweet (1.04) and sour (1.52) taste characters were perceived at the lowest level. In filter coffee prepared with medium hard water, the characters of hazelnut (1.63), spice (1.96), lemon peel (3.21) and sweet taste (2.23) were intensely perceived. While sourness was perceived most intensely in samples prepared with soft water (3.55), the intensity of sourness decreased in coffees prepared with medium hard water (2.55), and the lowest sourness was detected in samples prepared with hard water (1.52). According to the results of this study, it was determined that the water hardness affects the flavor of filter coffee, and it is advised to use medium hard water in the preparation of filter coffee to obtain filter coffee containing more volatile compounds.

The effect of pressure filtration coffee preparation methods (Coffea arabica L. var. Castillo) on antioxidant content and activity, and beverage acceptance

The majority of pressure filtration methods for coffee preparation constitute acceptable alternatives for the obtention of coffee with bitter notes and body. In this study, antioxidant metabolite retention, antioxidant activity, and cup profiles were determined for coffee beverages prepared using five methods of pressure filtration. The methods which registered the highest antioxidant retention rates were Espresso, Moka, and Staresso. The highest hydroxycinnamic acid content was obtained with the Staresso, Espresso, and Moka methods, in descending order. Antioxidant capacity was proportional to antioxidant compound retention, with the ORAC method, in the beverages prepared, but not with the ABTS methodology. The Presso method had the lowest antioxidant retention rate. The beverage prepared with the Aeropress method obtained the lowest amount of antioxidant metabolites. In the five preparations evaluated, the most prominent hydroxycinnamic acid was chlorogenic acid. It is recommended that coffee prepared with the Espresso or Moka methods be consumed.

Quality attributes of a high specification product

Purpose – High-specification food products that reach prices or expert reviews above average, results from buyer-supplier engagement in quality management. The purpose of this paper is to identify the main attributes of the coffee industry supply chain that deals with high-specification products. Coffee may be included in this category of consumption goods that has increasing importance at consumption level around the world. Several groups of high-quality food products such as wine, coffee, spirits and cheese seem to have a very similar supply chain. Design/methodology/approach – This study was based on multiple case studies. Three research techniques were used in the investigation: secondary data analysis, direct observations and interviews with coffee company’s managers and experts. The within-case and the cross-case analyses made it possible to find the main attributes of a high-specification product supply chain. Findings – The cases studies pointed out differences between the two groups of coffee shops in relation to their supply chain strategies. The first group can be called Independent Coffee Shops, since they are focussed on the coffee preparation business. The second group can be called Integrated Coffee Shops, due to the fact that these organizations are responsible to manufacturing activities in addition to the coffee preparation activities. Despite this supply chain configuration difference, both groups have a similar perception about their role for the final consumer, to provide a premium experience with coffee. Research limitations/implications – The main limitation of this research comes from the fact it was possible to interview only one person in each organization. Only the commercialization of the supply chain was analyzed, if the agricultural production was also analyzed, this paper could have broader implications. Originality/value – The results of this research show the configuration of a supply chain that handles a high-specification product. They are set to transform the trade of a product that has a component of volatility in its quality attributes into a trade of a product that embodies all the desirable attributes preferred by a specific group of costumers. The logic of a supply chain that deals with commodities is different, since in most of the cases it will try to accommodate the variations on quality that comes from nature. This paper describes the market based strategy of 12 organizations and their supply chain configuration in order to offer a premium product.