Does Filter Shape Affect Coffee Flavor?
Does Filter Shape Affect Coffee Flavor? How does the shape of the coffee filter improve brewing flavor? Which type of coffee filter is better – cone-shaped or basket style? Does the coffee filter shape make a difference in the taste of coffee?Answer: Coffee makers come with either a basket style or a cone-shaped filter holder, which decides what style of paper or permanent filter it can accommodate. While there’s only a slight difference in the cost or availability (depending on your local sources) of standard size basket or cone filters, the filter shape itself is often a deciding factor for some consumers, when making a coffee maker purchase. That’s because many believe that when it comes to flavorful coffee, the shape of the filter is very important. With a basket-style filter, even if you mound the coffee grounds in the middle, they tend to redistribute during the brewing process and the drip saturates only a portion of the coffee grounds. Even with an enhanced shower head drip des
