Fritz is a coffee enthusiast and the voice behind Brewed Within, where curiosity for beans, brewing methods, and coffee rituals comes together. With a hands-on approach to espresso, pour-over, and home brewing, Fritz focuses on practical coffee knowledge that helps readers enjoy better coffee without overcomplicating the process. His work centres on honest experience, approachable guidance, and a genuine love for the craft behind every cup.
Not all coffee roasts extract the same way. A ratio that works perfectly for a dark roast may taste sour with a light roast. A ratio that balances a light roast may taste too strong… Read More »How to Adjust Coffee Ratios for Light vs Dark Roasts
If your coffee tastes bitter, sour, weak, or hollow, you are usually told to adjust either brew time or grind size. But which one actually matters more? The short answer: grind size controls extraction speed,… Read More »Brew Time vs Grind Size: What Actually Matters More?
Why Choose Cold Brew Cold brew is a method where coarsely ground coffee beans steep in cool or room-temperature water over a long time — usually 12 to 24 hours. Because you’re not using hot… Read More »How to Use Cold Brew with Brewed Within
What a ristretto is Ristretto is a short shot of espresso made with the same dose of coffee as a normal espresso but with less water in the cup. Think of it as a “restricted”… Read More »What Is A Ristretto And How To Make It At Home
Getting the coffee-to-water ratio right is one of the fastest ways to improve how your coffee tastes. Too much coffee can make a cup harsh or bitter. Too little coffee can leave it thin, sour,… Read More »Coffee-to-Water Ratios Explained for Beginners
Grind size is one of the most important variables in coffee brewing. Even small changes can turn a balanced cup into something bitter, sour, weak, or muddy. Each brewing method extracts coffee differently. The correct… Read More »Best Grind Size for Each Brew Method (With Visual Examples)
Sour coffee is one of the most frustrating problems home brewers face. Instead of tasting smooth or balanced, the cup comes across sharp, acidic, or under-developed. In most cases, sour coffee means under-extraction. The water… Read More »Why Coffee Tastes Sour and How to Fix It
Bitter coffee is one of the most common problems home brewers experience. While some bitterness is natural, harsh or lingering bitterness usually means the coffee has been over-extracted. Bitterness is not random. It happens when… Read More »Why Your Coffee Tastes Bitter (By Brew Method)
This chart is designed to help you fix bitter, sour, weak, or muddy coffee… Accurate coffee brewing ratios, grind sizes, and timing for every major method so you can brew better coffee at home —… Read More »Coffee Brewing Ratios and Grind Size Chart (All Methods Explained)
What an iced cappuccino is A classic cappuccino is one part espresso, one part steamed milk, and one part airy milk foam. The iced version keeps that light, foamy top but builds the drink cold.… Read More »Homemade Iced Cappuccino That Stays Cold and Creamy