How do coffee cups affect the flavor of coffee? The material of the coffee cup will directly affect the cooling of the coffee.

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One study after another of the science behind the ideal coffee container has found that everything from the texture, size, shape and color of coffee cups can affect consumers' perception of coffee taste. For example, a cross-cultural study in 2000 examined the relationship between cup shape and coffee taste, and found that subjects were more likely to associate narrow-mouthed cups with stronger aromas. shorter cups are associated with bitter, strong coffee flavors, while wider cups make people feel more sweet. Other studies focused on coffee with a noticeably bitter taste and hot chocolate with a noticeably sweet taste. It was reported that when participants used a cup with a printed convex surface, the bitterness level was higher, and when the participants held a round cup, what would a container with a higher sweetness level bring to the coffee?

As a result, we know that coffee containers will have an impact on the experience of consumers. But when we look at coffee itself, how do all these container-related factors affect the flavor of coffee? What type of container should I look for is more suitable? When choosing a container, a number of factors need to be taken into consideration, including: the influence of the shape of the container on the aroma through the tilt angle; the effect of the shape of the container on the flavor through the surface area and heat of the liquid; the effect of the size of the container on the aroma through the spread of aromatic substances contained in the top space; the effect of the material of the container on holding temperature, touch and durability

The shape and size of the container the coffee shop may not often mention the top space of the coffee cup, but we coffee lovers do like to talk about aroma. The top space, which refers to the volume between the coffee liquid and the top of the cup, is a direction to use the space to gather aroma. The top space is very important because it creates a place for the nose to participate. Studies have shown that "smell" is the main factor in flavor perception. It is natural to conclude that narrow containers have relatively less top space for the same amount of coffee than large ones, which reduces the perception of coffee aroma substances. The top space is also related to the tilt angle, which is the angle of the coffee liquid when the container is tilted to your mouth, and the larger inclination brings the nose closer to the coffee. If there is not too much top space, for example, if the container is too full or too narrow, the tilt angle of the coffee liquid will be very steep, leaving little room to feel the aroma of coffee.

Another thing I have to say is the edge structure of the cup, which will affect the touch of the lips. Although the touch of the lips is rarely mentioned, it also has an important impact on the drinking experience of drinkers. At the same time, remember: the larger the volume of coffee in the cup, the slower the cooling rate! Materials ceramic, wood, paper, metal, plastic, glass. No matter what material your drinking container is made of, it will directly affect the heat preservation and temperature stability of coffee. The cooling rate of coffee is often overlooked. In view of the fact that coffee will show a different taste when cooled, this is a factor worth considering. The material of the coffee cup will directly affect the cooling rate of the coffee.