the shell?
You can experiment with using only the egg, but the traditional method includes the shell. If you’re uncomfortable using the shell, you can leave it out.
Do I need a coffee maker?
No. One of the appealing features of this old-fashioned method is that it can be made with a simple saucepan and a strainer.
Is this method only Swedish?
No. Egg coffee has been associated with several Scandinavian traditions, including Swedish and Norwegian communities, and variations became part of coffee culture in parts of the United States.
A Cup of Coffee With a Story Behind It
Modern coffee culture can make brewing seem like a science experiment, with specialized grinders, machines, scales, and carefully measured techniques.
There’s nothing wrong with that.
But there’s also something wonderful about an old-fashioned method that asks for little more than coffee, water, and an egg.
Grandma’s coffee wasn’t necessarily better because
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