Brewing Guides
Brew Better Coffee at Home
Plain-language coffee brewing methods. Start with what you have and change one thing at a time.
Methods at a glance
| Method | Grind | Time | Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| French press | Coarse | About 4 min | Full, rich |
| Pour-over | Medium | About 3 min | Clean, bright |
| Cold brew | Coarse | 12–18 hours | Smooth, mellow |
| Iced coffee | Medium | 3–4 min, then chill | Bright, refreshing |
French Press Coffee
Full-bodied and forgiving. Use about 1 g of coffee to 15 g of water.
- Add coarse grounds to the press.
- Pour in hot water just off the boil and stir.
- Steep for 4 minutes.
- Press slowly and pour at once.
Making French press coffee is a good first step into brewing.
Cold Brew Coffee
Smooth and low in bitterness. Steep coarse grounds in cold water for 12–18 hours, strain, then dilute to taste.
A 1:8 ratio makes a concentrate. Keep it refrigerated and enjoy within a few days. Try cold brew coffee over ice with a splash of milk.
Iced Coffee
Brew a little stronger than usual, cool it quickly, then pour over ice. Because it starts hot, iced coffee tastes brighter than cold brew.
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Three simple tips
Measure it
Weigh your coffee and water. A ratio of about 1:15 is a friendly start.
Change one thing
Adjust grind size, water temperature or time, one at a time. These small brewing tips teach you the most.
Start fresh
Fresh roasted coffee, ground just before brewing, makes any method taste better.
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