While coffee is a
beverage that can be enjoyed on its own, it doesn't hurt to find a perfect partner
for this drink. So what goes best for your cup of brewed coffee? No, it isn't about
that commercial creamer- it’s about the baked and fried goodies that help bring
the coffee-drinking experience into a whole new level. There are differed baked
products around, but only a few gets into the personal list of coffee drinkers
and connoisseurs.
Coffee and donuts- This is perhaps the first choice among
busy professionals wanting to find a perfect complement for coffee. The ring-shaped
fried goodness, available in frosted or glazed has managed to capture the imagination
and taste buds of coffee drinkers around the world. Donuts or doughnuts as spelled
traditionally are popularly sugary treat that work well with coffee’s strong
and bitter taste. Donuts now come in different varieties, from basic glazed, plain
cake, Bavarian-filled and fancy creations. Whatever donut type is chosen, one
can be sure of heavenly pairing that works every time.
Cake and coffee- Just like in donuts, coffee can also
offer a balancing effect to cake sweetness. For dark roast coffee, a slice of
chocolate cake will serve as the best partner. The sweetness of chocolate
mousse cake can be tempered by Arabica-based brewed coffee. Coffee connoisseurs
agree that finding the perfect combination of coffee and cake is an art form in
itself. Coffee authorities suggest brownies
for Guatemalan or Indonesian coffee, or a carrot cake if you have a cup of
Costa Rican coffee. Try different pairings between coffee and different cake
varieties to find out what suits your palate.
Cinnamon rolls, caramel pecan and apple pies and
coffee- Coffee beans sourced from Asia and the Pacific have low acidity and
herbal notes, thus making these brews as the perfect accompaniment for
cinnamon, pies and muffins. The same coffee brews can also work with a variety
of flavors like herbs, maple, toffee, cheese and butter.
Not necessarily a
primary choice for coffee purists, a cup of coffee paired with donuts, cake or
even cinnamon rolls also work as early morning rituals or for snacks. There’s
no solid rule when it comes to the best food item that can be paired with your
brewed coffee. Consider these as suggestions, or you can always mix and match
coffee bean varieties and your preferred baked goodies to discover the best
pairing for your next cup of coffee.