Coffee consumers simply want to know if the filtering methods and materials used in filtering coffee affect the taste and effectiveness of the caffeine. Also, they want to know if it does, what is then the best filtering method.

Well based on popular demand, in this article, I am going to be highlighting the differences between Paper, Metal, and Nylon when it comes to filtering coffee. Also, check here for your Great Coffee Brewers.

Filtering Coffee- Differences of Paper, Metal, Nylon.

Paper Filtered Coffee.

Paper is the most common filter for coffee and in a few moments, you would get to understand why. However, two types of paper can be used in filtering coffee;

First is the Bleached Paper; usually after using a bleached filter paper levels the coffee bed after brewing. This tends to give a balanced cup all through.

The result of the coffee is usually a full and clean flavor and a distinct aroma.

The downside to this is that it gets quite expensive as you need to keep on purchasing the bleached paper

Unbleached Paper

Unbleached paper as a coffee filter makes for a leveled coffee bed after brewing. However, there are slight differences from that of the bleached paper.

The coffee brew tends to drip a lot slower and this is because unbleached paper does have particles that block the pores, however, the light to this tunnel is that it enhances the extraction of the coffee.

The result is a full coffee flavor. Although consumers have claimed that it could be very stuffy, it has a great aroma.

The downside to this is that it is also very expensive and so difficult to maintain.

Nylon Filter

A nylon filter for filtering coffee does not ensure the coffee bed is leveled. On the other hand, it causes minor channelings.

The perk of this coffee filtering method is that there is usually no extra trash, it is ultimately eco-friendly and you do not need an extra coffee filter funnel.

The result is a clear and sharp flavor. Lovely acidity and a pleasant aroma. However, this creates only a semi pleasant cup of coffee

This is also very cheap and easy to maintain over long periods.

Metal Coffee Filter

The only upside to a metal coffee filter for filtering coffee is that there I no trash after ways. If you do considerably less work time to be an upside, it is also. However, metal coffee filters produce unpleasant cups of coffee. That is an absolute thumbs down.

The aroma is usually neutral and you have a nice acidity, but the flavor is bitingly sharp and this is considered to be unpleasant.

What is the best Coffee Filter?

A lot of coffee enthusiasts and baristas have conceded that although things could get messy and create a lot of cleanup work, Paper filtered coffee is always the best.

Conclusion

As promised, I have highlighted methods of filtering coffee- differences of paper, nylon, metal, and their results and answered the burning question, what is the best coffee filter?