Brew Guides

Overview:

Perfect for busy mornings and reliable brews, the drip machine is a household staple.

What You’ll Need:

• Medium grind coffee
• Paper or reusable filter
• Drip coffee maker
• Fresh filtered water

How to Brew:

1. Use a ratio of 1:15–1:17 (e.g., 1g coffee per 15–17g water).
2. Insert your filter and rinse it with hot water (if paper).
3. Add ground coffee to the filter.
4. Pour water into the reservoir (200°F is ideal).
5. Brew and enjoy!

Pro Tip: Pre-wet your filter and use filtered water for a cleaner cup.

Overview:

French Press brings out the rich, oily flavors in your coffee — great for dark roasts and full-body profiles.

What You’ll Need:

• French Press
• Coarse grind coffee
• Hot water (200°F)
• Stirrer
• Timer

How to Brew:

1. Add 1:15 ratio of coffee to water (e.g., 30g coffee to 450g water).
2. Pour in half the water, stir, let bloom for 30 seconds.
3. Add remaining water, place lid without pressing.
4. Steep for 4 minutes, then slowly press down the plunger.
5. Pour and enjoy.

Pro Tip: Don’t let coffee sit too long after plunging—it over-extracts.

Overview:

This method lets your coffee shine—especially fruity or floral notes.

What You’ll Need:

• V60 or Chemex
• Gooseneck kettle
• Paper filters
• Medium-fine grind coffee
• Scale & timer

How to Brew:

1. Rinse filter to remove paper taste.
2. Add 1:16 ratio (25g coffee to 400g water).
3. Bloom with 50g water for 30 seconds.
4. Slowly pour in circles, adding water in stages.
5. Total brew time: ~3 minutes.

Pro Tip: Use a gooseneck kettle for better control and even saturation.

Overview:

Perfect for summer or iced coffee lovers—low acidity and ultra-smooth.

What You’ll Need:

• Coarse grind coffee
• Large jar or pitcher
• Filter or cheesecloth
• Cold water

How to Brew:

1. Use a 1:4 ratio for concentrate (e.g., 1 cup coffee to 4 cups water).
2. Combine coffee and water in a jar.
3. Stir, cover, and steep in the fridge for 12–24 hours.
4. Strain and enjoy over ice.

Pro Tip: Dilute concentrate 1:1 with water or milk when serving.

Overview:

For serious coffee lovers or anyone wanting to level up their home barista skills.

What You’ll Need:

• Espresso machine
• Fine espresso grind
• Tamper
• Scale

How to Brew:

1. Use 18–20g of coffee for a double shot.
2. Tamp evenly with ~30lbs pressure.
3. Brew for 25–30 seconds for a 1:2 yield (e.g., 40g espresso).
4. Serve as-is or use in lattes, cappuccinos, etc.

Pro Tip: Always dial in your grind — too fine = bitter, too coarse = sour.

Overview:

Travel-friendly and flexible—makes anything from espresso-like shots to smooth drip.

What You’ll Need:

• AeroPress
• Medium-fine grind coffee
• Filter
• Hot water
• Stirrer & timer

How to Brew (Standard):

1. Insert filter and rinse.
2. Add 17g coffee.
3. Pour 220g water, stir for 10 seconds.
4. Place plunger, steep 1–2 minutes.
5. Press slowly.

Pro Tip: Try the inverted method for bolder flavor.

Overview:

Known as the stovetop espresso maker, great for bold and rich coffee.

What You’ll Need:

• Moka pot
• Fine-medium grind coffee
• Hot water

How to Brew:

1. Fill bottom chamber with hot water (up to valve).
2. Fill basket with coffee (not packed).
3. Assemble and place on stove over medium heat.
4. Remove when bubbling stops (don’t let it boil too long).

Pro Tip: Use hot water in the base to avoid “burnt” flavors.