3 Simple methods of brewing pods coffee at home!

Coffee pods present a unique and convenient way to drink coffee. It is a dream come true for every coffee-lover as it is quick and saves your time standing in Starbucks line every morning for your morning energy kick. Just because using coffee pods is convenient does not mean that making a perfect cup of coffee is. Though the process is simple, still simple things like boiling water to the correct temperature is necessary.

In this blog, we will learn about various methods of brewing coffee pods. These methods are helpful even if you do not have a single-serve coffee machine. So, do keep reading.

 

Brewing coffee using pods machine 

 

If you have a Nespresso machine and Nespresso compatible pod (or any pod and machine which are compatible with each other), follow these steps:

• Warm up the machine and let it drain to ensure every dirt comes out. If you don’t, the coffee will not taste its best.

• Now, use cold and filtered water to fill up the machine. Measure the water before putting it.

• Remove the coffee from its package

• Pop the pod into the machine without forcing it to do so. You might have to press a button to access it, or you may not have to. Be sure to read the manual of the machine thoroughly.

• Change the settings on the machine to your preference. Most pod coffee making appliances have three options-medium, light, and strong. Select the one according to your taste.

 

Brewing coffee using pod machine not compatible with your pods

If you do not have a pod that is compatible with your machine, follow these steps:

• Have a holster that is compatible with the pod for this. Pop your coffee pod in the holster and put it in the machine. Again, never force the pod to fit into the machine.

• Now place the mug under the coffee dispensing area and choose from the three options- light, medium, or strong.

 

Brewing coffee without a machine

 

If you do not have a pod machine but want to try pod coffee, you can with these steps.

• First, open your pods coffee completely to get ground beans. You can do this with your hands or any sharp gadget like a pair of scissors.

• Dispense the coffee into a mug of your choice. Use every last coffee if you want a delicious cup of coffee. If you reduce it, the coffee will not be as strong as individual pods that have enough coffee for one cup only.

• Put the pod on top of the glass (you would need a narrow glass for brewing this)

• Pour boiling water on it and let it brew for a few minutes.

2 types of coffee pods for a lazy day

Tons of people around the globe love to drink coffee. Coffee is one thing that can make their bad morning good and gives them the boost to be productive throughout the day. There is nothing better than drinking a well-brewed cup of coffee first thing in the morning.

For a lot of coffee drinkers, living without coffee is like walking dead. That is why they don’t even prefer talking to people unless they have their cup of joe in the morning.

We all have our favorite methods of brewing coffee. We take it slow, to make a perfect cup. But some days you are in a rush, and making it is out of the question. On such days, use coffee pods. You can make them in machine-made, especially for them or pour hot water on the pods in a mug.

There are tons of Nespresso coffee pods flavor in the market. So, you can drink different types of coffee in the comfort of your home.

In this blog, we will learn about what coffee pods are and their types.

Coffee pods- what are they?

Coffee pods are biodegradable ground coffee sealed in a packet. They have good packaging so that the flavor and taste last till the time you open it for use. They are eco-friendly and work well in situations when you need instant coffee.

They are single-serve coffee and there are machines that they can use to make coffee using pods.

Types of coffee pods

There are mainly two types of coffee pods, they are:

Soft pods

Soft coffee pods or drip brew pods are for non-pressurized coffee machines. They are flexible and have loose packaging which lets them have better drip extraction.

They have a size of 55-70 mm but can vary according to the brand.

Soft pods contain around 8-12 mg of coffee grounds.  You cannot find them easily in grocery stores. They have fewer flavor options but you can make them immediately.

Hard pods

Hard pods known as easy serving espresso are designed for pressure-brew machines. They are hard and firmer in their design and packaging. It is exactly why they can fit inside a machine’s filter.

They have individual packaging and have one common size. They come in a variety of flavors and taste consistent.

Why coffee pods?

There are tons of reasons why you should use coffee pods like:
1. They are easy to make; you don’t need a machine for them always.
2. They last long in flavor, and taste as every pod is individually packed. Unless you open the pods from its packaging, it will not lose its aroma or flavor.
3. You don’t need to learn any special skills to make coffee using these pods.

Note: don’t confuse coffee pods with capsules. Both of these are different things. Coffee capsules are plastic containers that are small and use aluminum foil. They can also have chocolate inside them.

Now, you never have to feel frustrated because you can make a cup of coffee instantly using pods.