Brewing
How to brew it: grams, temperature, ratio, and timing — in plain language.
aeropress
AeroPress Recipe
Standard method: 1:14 ratio, 1-minute steep, stir, press — with timer phases.
cold-brewCold Brew Coffee Ratio
1:8 concentrate recipe, dilution, and 12–18 hour steep — not the same as iced coffee.
dripDrip Coffee Maker Recipe
Simple auto-drip recipe: ratio, grind, and timings for cleaner weekday cups.
espressoEspresso Basics for Home Brewers
Yield ratio, dose, and what espresso is — without pretending you own a café machine.
french-pressFrench Press Coffee Guide
1:15 ratio, 4-minute steep, coarse grind — step by step with timer preset.
pour-overPour Over Coffee Guide
Bloom, pours, and drawdown with a practical 1:16 ratio and timing.
moka-potMoka Pot Coffee Guide
Fill lines, heat management, and a practical ratio for stovetop brewing.
v60V60 Pour Over Recipe
3:50 ratio, 30 s bloom, two pours — beginner-friendly Hario V60 steps.
Common questions
- What is the best brewing method for beginners?
- French press is the most forgiving starting point — coarse grind, no filter papers, and a 4-minute steep with little technique required. AeroPress is a close second and corrects faster when something goes wrong.
- How much coffee should I use per cup?
- A reliable starting ratio is 1 g of coffee per 15–16 ml of water (1:15–1:16). For one 240 ml cup that is about 15–16 g of coffee. Adjust from there based on how your cup tastes.
- Does grind size really matter?
- Yes — grind size controls extraction speed. Too fine and coffee over-extracts (bitter); too coarse and it under-extracts (sour, thin). Each brewing method has a target grind range; matching it is the single biggest variable you can dial in at home.