EDITOR’S NOTE
In each edition of Nspire Magazine, we feature chef-inspired recipes from area eateries. Over the years, we’ve published an array of epicurean delights such as lav- ender smoked short ribs, black forest cake in a caramel glaze and sushi nachos to name just a few.
In this issue, we feature drinks! When I think of summer drinks, coffee doesn’t necessarily come to mind. But the folks at DOMA Coffee Roasting Company in Post Falls have prepared a couple recipes that highlight the versatility of coffee. Coffee making is not just about brewing a beverage. It’s an art. A single cup of coffee engages sight, smell, touch and taste. If it’s good, a cup of coffee can affect your mindset, lifting your spirits. If it’s bad, it can make for a rough start to the day. I recently toured DOMA’s roastery and learned more than I could have imagined about coffee making and the journey of the coffee bean. Each step, from bean selection to brewing method, influences the final cup. It begins with the sourcing of beans, where factors like altitude, soil and climate impart distinct fla - vors and aromas. Grinding the beans, as it turns out, is a pivotal moment in the process, where the transformation from solid to soluble begins. The grind size dictates the surface area exposed to water, influ - encing extraction. Too coarse, and the brew lacks depth; too fine, and it becomes bitter. Water is often overlooked. Yet its quality and temperature profoundly impact extraction. Purified water allows the coffee’s true character to shine. Temperature control during brewing ensures optimal extraction without scalding or underwhelming the brew. It’s a science and oh so fascinating! But really, whether it’s a cold brew on a warm afternoon or a hot espresso on a chilly morning, coffee is at its core a connector, bringing people together over a shared love for this beverage. See DOMA’s summer twist on the classic java in our Reci- pe’s section, and while you are there, check out Moon Time’s cool cocktails. Lark Patton shares some delightful and refresh- ing beverages that take our drink recipes from day to night. Kristina Lyman
Enjoy!
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