Why Coffee Brewing Is My Playground?

It Smells Better Than It Taste — a quiet coffee newsletter where I share what I'm learning about coffee, curiosity, and daily rituals, this channel is an extension of that space: https://www.itsmellsbetterthanittaste.com/ Everyday Beans is about finding joy in coffee: one cup at a time. I’m an engineer turned roaster, a self-proclaimed mad scientist behind the brewer, and someone endlessly curious about coffee — and life. I share my wins, misses, and discoveries so you can explore your own journey through coffee. check us out at: everydaybeans.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9qwpeQ_Vz_Kdf1Z3DycWxQ?sub_confirmation=1 Ever wonder why we stop playing as adults? In this coffee brewing experiment, I explore the joy of play through comparing two brewing methods - AeroPress and Oxo - using the same Peruvian coffee beans. Sometimes the best discoveries happen when we approach coffee with curiosity rather than expectations. Key Highlights: AeroPress technique: 1-minute bloom, immediate stir, then plunge Oxo brewer method: 30-second bloom with multiple pours Same coffee, same water, completely different results Why the Oxo produced fuller body versus AeroPress flatness The importance of grind size and timing adjustments Finding your coffee brewing playground