backWater might appear simple; after all it’s odourless, colourless and tasteless. Nothing could be further from the truth, as water is either hard or soft according to its iron content, with pure water being almost non existent! It is imperative that clean, fresh water, free from impurities, chemicals and minerals is used for perfect tasting tea and coffee. As the main ingredient, water significantly affects the taste of the brew, especially for those with a sensitive palette. Fresh, cold water containing plenty of oxygen is needed to extract the full flavour and quality of tea and coffee.
Our baristas understand the effect of water type on the flavour of tea and coffee. They will be happy to take the time and trouble to advise you on the best blends of tea and coffee according to the type of water in your locality. By following their recommendations, you can enjoy a rich, satisfying, great tasting brew every time at home, no matter where you live.
Tap water is required to meet stringent quality regulations to ensure it is safe to drink. Rain water is naturally soft but becomes hard as it collects minerals, mainly calcium & magnesium, from the ground. Most areas of the UK have soft to medium water but the south-east is predominantly hard water. The simplest way to determine water type is the lather / froth test. Soap lathers easily when agitated by soft water; whereas in hard water it’s a struggle. Affordable domestic water softeners are available.
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