BY TOM SAXON
The Answer is Yes!
Grinding your own coffee beans is better in so many ways.
Whether you have only experienced pre-ground coffee from a can or already know how much better your morning cup of Joe is when you grind your own beans.
Grinding your own coffee has many benefits beyond just drinking it faster.
You get to know exactly what goes into your cup, which if you’re like most working adults means cutting out unnecessary additives and preservatives such as those found in most commercial brands.
Also, grinding your own provides the aroma and taste profile of the freshest whole bean with no artificial flavors or odors used during processing.
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Why Trust Me?
I’m Tom and I have been working in the coffee industry for over 10 years, starting my journey as a barista in Australia, working on coffee farms in South America and roasting coffee in The UK.
Today I review and write about speciality coffee. I am the founder of Batch Coffee Club, which showcases the very best coffee from around the world.
Is freshly ground coffee better quality?
The most obvious reason for grinding your own coffee beans is freshness.
Coffee that has been ground from whole beans has already started to subside in flavour compared to whole beans.
If you’re grinding your own, you know it’s fresh because you just made it. For many of the same reasons, grinding your own coffee beans also results in a higher quality product.
Pre-ground coffee usually contains fewer oils, which means it doesn’t have the same rich taste as whole beans.
This is because the oils are what give coffee its body. If you’ve ever had access to freshly ground coffee beans, you know it really does make a difference – especially if you’ve been used to buying and consuming pre-ground coffee all your life.
You may ask – how long does coffee stay fresh after grinding and should you grind coffee every day?