Coffee plays a vital role in the daily lives of U.S. Navy sailors, with nearly one million cups consumed daily at one time. As a result, coffee brewing has become an art form within the Navy, with unique approaches depending on the ship's area. The Navy released a "Cook Book" detailing coffee preparation, including a recipe that yields 6 gallons. Proper methods include grinding beans fresh, using clean equipment, and boiling fresh water, alongside careful selection of blended beans for optimal taste.
American sailors have historically consumed almost one million cups of coffee daily, mastering the craft of brewing and turning coffee preparation into an art form at sea.
The Navy's coffee recipe for cream and sugar involves over two pounds of milk, double sugar, and a half gallon of water, yielding six gallons of coffee.
The U.S. Navy recommends grinding coffee just before brewing, keeping it sealed, cleaning equipment, and using freshly drawn water brought to a rapid boil.
An essential part of the Navy's coffee-making process is choosing the right blend of roasted coffee beans, for which they established coffee roasting plants.
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