Brew Guides

1. Filter Coffee

Ingredients:

• Freshly ground coffee beans
• Filtered water

Equipment:

• Drip coffee maker
• Paper coffee filter

Instructions:

1. Measure coffee: Use a standard ratio of 1 to 2 tablespoons of coffee per 6 ounces of water.
2. Grind coffee: Grind your coffee beans to a medium coarseness, similar to sea salt.
3. Add water: Pour filtered water into the coffee maker's reservoir.
4. Add coffee: Place the coffee filter in the basket and add the ground coffee.
5. Start brewing: Turn on the coffee maker and let it complete the brewing process.
6. Serve and enjoy: Pour the brewed coffee into your favorite mug and savor the rich flavor.

2. V60 Pourover

Ingredients:

• Freshly ground coffee beans
• Filtered water

Equipment:

• Hario V60 dripper
• V60 paper filter
• Kettle
• Scale
• Timer

Instructions:

1. Boil water: Heat water to around 200°F (93°C).
2. Rinse the filter: Place the V60 filter in the dripper, and pour hot water through to rinse and preheat.
3. Add coffee: Measure and add medium-fine ground coffee (about 1 to 2 tablespoons per 6 ounces of water).
4. Bloom: Pour a small amount of hot water over the coffee grounds to saturate them. Allow it to bloom for 30 seconds.
5. Pour water: Slowly pour hot water in a circular motion over the coffee grounds. Maintain a steady pour, keeping the water level consistent.
6. Finish pouring: Continue pouring until you reach the desired coffee volume.
7. Serve and enjoy: Discard the filter, pour your freshly brewed coffee into a cup, and enjoy.

3. Sage Espresso Machine

Ingredients:

• Freshly ground espresso beans

Equipment:

• Sage espresso machine
• Espresso grinder
• Espresso tamper
• Scale

Instructions:

1. Preheat: Turn on the espresso machine and allow it to reach the optimal brewing temperature.
2. Grind coffee: Use a burr grinder to grind your coffee beans finely.
3. Tamp coffee: Fill the portafilter with coffee grounds and tamp them down evenly with a firm pressure.
4. Brew espresso: Lock the portafilter into the machine, start the shot, and let it run for about 25-30 seconds.
5. Serve and enjoy: Pour the freshly brewed espresso into a pre-warmed cup and enjoy the rich, aromatic flavor.

4. Cafetière (French Press)

Ingredients:

• Coarsely ground coffee beans
• Hot water

Equipment:

• French press (cafetière)
• Timer
• Stirring utensil

Instructions:

1. Measure coffee: Use a ratio of 1:15, one part coffee to 15 parts water.
2. Add coffee: Add coarsely ground coffee to the French press.
3. Add water: Pour hot water over the coffee grounds, ensuring all grounds are saturated.
4. Stir: Use a wooden or plastic utensil to stir the coffee-water mixture.
5. Steep: Place the lid on the French press and let the coffee steep for about 4 minutes.
6. Press and serve: Slowly press down the plunger, separating the grounds from the liquid. Pour the coffee into your mug and enjoy.

5. Moka Pot

Ingredients:

• Coarsely ground coffee beans
• Water

Equipment:

• Moka pot
• Coffee grinder
• Scale

Instructions:

1. Fill the bottom chamber: Fill the bottom chamber of the Moka pot with water up to the safety valve.
2. Add coffee: Fill the filter basket with coarsely ground coffee, leveling it without compacting.
3. Assemble: Screw the top and bottom chambers together securely.
4. Heat: Place the Moka pot on medium heat, allowing the water to boil and coffee to percolate into the upper chamber.
5. Serve and enjoy: Once the upper chamber is filled with coffee, remove from heat, pour into your cup, and enjoy the strong, concentrated flavor.