Coffee Glossary

Terms Beginning with: T (15 terms found)

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tainted

A coffee with a slightly defective flavor.

tamper

A device used to compress coffee inside a filter basket before beginning the brewing operation. Tampers are often hand held accessories or attached . . .more

tamping

A device used to compress coffee inside a filter basket before beginning the brewing operation. Tampers are often hand held accessories or attached . . .more

tangy

A primary coffee taste sensation created as the sugars in the coffee combine with the acids to reduce the overall sourness. Characteristic found most . . .more

tarry

A taste fault giving the coffee brew an unpleasant burnt character. Occurs during the holding process after brewing, a result of condensation and . . .more

tart

A secondary coffee taste sensation characterized by a predominantly puckering, sour sensation along the sides of the tongue. Caused by . . .more

thick

The thick outermost membrane of the coffee cherry (fruit), similar to the skin of a grape. In the wet, and semi-dry processes, the skin of ripe . . .more

thin

The thin membrane, similar to rice paper, that adheres to coffee beans after removing the husk (hull). Processing may "polish" the unroasted coffee . . .more

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