Essential Elements For The Best Workplace Coffee Brewing Experience

Work life can be a lot of effort with long hours and stressful situations. One of the ways you can decompress is with that all-important mid-morning or afternoon cup of joe. Having access to great-tasting coffee in your workplace is an essential part of any productive workday – not only does it give you an energy boost but it provides an opportunity for colleagues to bond, catch up, and brainstorm.

At Mcliff, we understand how important it is to have a consistently good cup of coffee at work – that’s why we’ve put together this guide on the essential elements for brewing the best cup of workplace java possible. Stay with us to discover more about what goes into making the perfect cup of workplace coffee!

The Beans

Coffee beans are the single most important element of high-quality workplace brew. At Mcliff, we take our coffee beans seriously. That’s why we created our in-house brand, MiJava, made exclusively with hand-picked Arabica beans for quality you can taste.

From the moment the beans are sourced, Mcliff tracks them all the way into your cup. We work exclusively with our friends at Atlanta Coffee and Tea Company, a local business that has been operating for four generations. Plus, MiJava is up to 50% less expensive than other brands, making it a premium bean without breaking the bank. We have strict packaging standards for maximum freshness, so the flavor profile you experience is nothing short of excellent. You can choose from whole bean or pre-ground options with multiple roasts to take your coffee game to the next level with MiJava.

In addition to MiJava, we also offer rich and flavorful brands such as Starbucks, Seattle’s Best, and Wolfgang Puck in an assorted variety of flavors and roasts. Whichever brand you choose, Mcliff has a high-quality option to suit your workplace coffee needs and budget.

The Grind

The coffee grind is critical to any workplace coffee brew. The difference between fresh-ground and pre-ground coffee is night and day. Coffee starts to lose aroma and flavor once it is ground and more of it is exposed to air, so it’s highly recommended to opt for grinding coffee fresh whenever possible for the best experience. With our industrial grinders, grinding coffee fresh is not difficult and can be less messy and less wasteful than using pre-portioned bags.

But if grinding fresh coffee in your workplace isn’t feasible, don’t fret. Just make sure to check the roast date on your pre-packaged and pre-ground coffee and only purchase quantities you will use before that date. Stale coffee will lead to a brew your employees don’t want to drink. Your workplace deserves the best quality brew, and should strive for a fresh grind, or the freshest possible pre-ground coffee available.

The Type of Brewer

When it comes to brewing coffee in the workplace, there are many different types of brewers to choose from. For larger workplaces or busy areas, airpot brewers are a great option as they can hold large volumes of coffee and keep it warm for long periods of time. For those who prefer a more personalized cup of coffee, single-cup brewers are a great choice as they allow employees to choose their own flavors and strengths. And for the ultimate coffee experience, bean-to-cup brewers grind fresh beans for each cup brewed.

Maintaining freshness after brewing is important and airpot brewers are the superior choice over three-burner brewers for one simple reason – oxidation. This  occurs when oxygen comes in contact with brewed coffee. Overly oxidized coffee tastes extremely bitter. To help with this, airpots are sealed tight whereas three-burner brewers using traditional coffee pots are exposed to air.

If you have to use traditional, open-topped coffee pots (which Mcliff can supply), just remember that peak quality is up to 30 minutes after brewing. Beyond that, taste and aroma can deteriorate rapidly as the coffee is continually exposed to air and it’s probably best to brew a new pot of coffee.

Conclusion

When it comes to crafting the perfect cup of coffee in your workplace, it’s easy to brew high-quality coffee by making sure you cover all the basics – quality beans, a good grind, and the right brewer.

With Mcliff’s high-quality brands and selection of brewers, you can be sure to get the best flavor out of every pot of coffee you make. We believe that everyone in your workplace deserves the best cup of joe, and our goal is to help you achieve that. Don’t settle for second-rate coffee – make the best coffee possible and become a workplace coffee hero.

Happy brewing!