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Heat: As the percolator heats on the stove, water in the bottom chamber begins to boil.
Pressure: Steam pressure pushes the hot water up the central metal tube.
Brewing: The water spurts out over the coffee grounds in the top basket, then drips back down into the water chamber.
Cycle: This process repeats, gradually darkening the water into strong, aromatic coffee.
Done: After 7–10 minutes, depending on how strong you like it, you remove it from the heat—and voilà, a perfect pot of percolated coffee.
Why Percolator Coffee Tastes So Good
Bold flavor: The repeated cycling of water extracts deep, robust flavors.
Hotter brew: Percolators brew at a higher temperature than drip machines.
Aromatic experience: From the bubbling sound to the rich steam, percolating coffee is a full sensory event.
No filters needed: The metal basket lets the coffee oils pass through, creating a fuller-bodied cup.
Tips for Brewing Perfect Percolator Coffee
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