what is filtered coffee

Filtered coffee is a popular method of brewing coffee that involves passing hot water through ground coffee beans and a filter to separate the coffee grounds from the liquid. The filter, typically made of paper, traps the coffee grounds and eliminates excess oils and particles that could make it into the final brew. This brewing method produces a clearer and less oily coffee compared to other methods. Brewing with a paper filter produces clear, light-bodied coffee, while metal, nylon, or porcelain mesh filters do not remove some of coffees oils and essences, which have been trapped in the paper filter. Filter coffee is also known as drip-brewed coffee or pour-over coffee. It is a gravity-based method, meaning that the force of gravity pulls the water through the coffee and filter and down into a container below. Filter coffee is a more precise way to taste the different nuances of a coffee, especially ones that may not shine through as well in an espresso. The process itself is also peaceful and calming.