Why every coffee shop should use water filtration

Water makes up 98% of a cup of coffee and 99% of a cup of tea. Therefore the importance of filtered water to coffee shop operators should never be underestimated. Clean, filtered water is a necessity.

Temporary or carbonate hardness (caused when water picks up certain salts, minerals and metals from pipes, the ground and air) is often the cause of serious issues to both the health of equipment such as espresso machines, and the flavour, aroma and appearance of freshly brewed coffee.

Water that has not been filtered can produce bitter tasting coffee with an unpleasant aroma which will obviously be off putting to potential and existing customers.

Hard water is more likely to cause issues than soft water but both water types still contain minerals which can affect the taste of your coffee. Therefore it is important to use water filtration regardless of your water type. What filtration equipment you will need depends on your water type. Brita provide a handy map below which indicates the water type in your area.

For a more detailed and accurate snapshot of the actual levels of water hardness in your area you need a water testing kit, these are inexpensive and easy to use, with clear instructions included. You can purchase these from Brita.

Once you’ve worked out the exact hardness of your water, you can purchase a filter that is right for your water and set it up in a way that will allow you to produce the best quality coffee. You can also rest assured that the water filter won’t be actively damaging your equipment.

Brita are leading water filtration manufacturers who offer a wide range of water filtration equipment for all types of water hardness. Make sure you get your water filtration equipment in place to brew the best coffee for your business.

Filters for soft water areas tend to last longer than those designed for hard water areas as there are less minerals to remove. The filters also remove minerals that cause scale which prevent damage to your coffee equipment which could lead to breakdowns and expensive repair costs.