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Busting 5 Common Coffee Myths
Coffee isn’t just a morning ritual; it’s a global obsession. Around 80% of U.S. adults drink coffee, with two-thirds enjoying a cup every single day. Worldwide, roughly 2.25 billion cups of coffee are consumed daily.
From jump-starting your morning to staying focused at work, coffee plays a role in productivity and comfort, while also promoting long-term health and longevity. At Absopure, we know that great coffee starts with great water and reliable delivery service. In honor of National Coffee Day, we’re setting the record straight and busting five of the most common coffee myths.
Coffee Dehydrates You
You may have heard the myth that coffee makes you lose more water than you take in. False! Although caffeine has a mild diuretic effect, it doesn’t offset the hydration benefits of the liquid itself. The truth is that a cup of coffee is counted towards your daily fluid intake.
Coffee is just as hydrating as water when consumed in moderation, and no evidence points to dehydration with moderate daily coffee intake. That means your routine coffee breaks won’t interfere with maintaining your water intake balance.
Espresso Beans Are Special Beans
Another common myth is that espresso requires a unique type of coffee bean. Although some beans are preferred for espresso due to their flavor or darker roast level, the truth is any coffee bean will do, and “espresso” is simply a brewing method.
Espresso involves forcing hot water through finely ground coffee under high pressure. That pressure creates a concentrated, flavorful shot.
Coffee Should Be Bitter
Have you heard that bitterness in coffee equals strength and quality? That is a common misconception that lacks evidence to support it. The truth is that a great cup of coffee should have balance. Depending on the roast and its origin, it can have smoky notes, hints of chocolate, and can be sweet, nutty, citrusy, or have elements of all.
If your coffee tastes overwhelmingly bitter, it’s often a sign of over-roasting, over-extraction, or even poor water quality because the mineral content, particularly hardness, as well as the presence of chlorine or other impurities in the water, can greatly affect the taste.
Brewing with clean water like Absopure Steam Distilled Drinking Water allows your coffee’s true flavor to shine.
Dark Roast = More Caffeine
The next myth to debunk is that a darker coffee has more caffeine. The truth is that roast levels affect flavor, not caffeine content. Caffeine is stable during roasting, which means the caffeine content per coffee bean doesn’t change much, regardless of the roast level.
Light roasts can sometimes even yield slightly more caffeine by volume than dark, but it is a subtle difference. What dark roasts do bring, though, is a bold, much smokier flavor.
Coffee Gives You Energy Instantly
Many people believe your first sip of coffee will wake you up immediately. The truth is that the initial boost you feel is less about caffeine and more about the comforting ritual itself, like the smell, the warmth, and the familiar routine.
In reality, caffeine takes roughly 15 to 45 minutes to reach its peak effect in the body, so the true energy kick comes a little later. Its impact can also vary depending on factors like metabolism, sensitivity, and whether you’ve eaten recently. That means the same cup of coffee can feel stronger for different people. Enjoying your coffee at a moderate pace allows you to savor the ritual while benefiting from the gradual energy boost caffeine provides.
Pour Yourself the Perfect Cup
For many people, coffee is much more than just a beverage. It’s a way to begin the day with a productivity booster and share a moment of connection. Brewed with Absopure Steam Distilled Drinking Water and high-quality beans, it reaches its full potential.
Plus, thanks to Absopure’s Coffee Delivery Service, enjoying the perfect cup and staying energized has never been easier. Sign up today and have your favorite coffee products and accessories delivered directly to your door.
By separating fact from fiction, we’ve debunked some of the most common coffee myths. Now you can enjoy your coffee with confidence and fully appreciate the benefits it has to offer.
