Specialty Coffee Brewing

Get the most out of your beans with careful grinding, water temperature, and timing.

Small details make a big difference between an average cup and a great one.

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Beans and equipment

  • Choose freshly roasted beans Ideally within 2-4 weeks of the roast date.
  • Weigh out beans using a coffee scale
  • Grind the beans fresh just before brewing
  • Set the grind size for your brew method
  • Clean your brewing equipment and filter

Water

  • Use filtered water for best taste
  • Heat water to about 92-96°C
  • Let just-boiled water rest for 30 seconds before pouring
  • Warm the cup or brewer with hot water first
  • Measure the coffee-to-water ratio About 1:15 to 1:17 for pour-over.

Brewing

  • Rinse the paper filter to remove papery taste
  • Add the ground coffee to the filter or brewer
  • Bloom the coffee with a small amount of water for 30-45 seconds
  • Pour the remaining water in slow, controlled circles
  • Time the total brew, aiming for 2:30-4:00 minutes

Serving and cleanup

  • Swirl or stir the brew gently before serving
  • Taste and note adjustments for the next cup
  • Pour into a warmed cup
  • Clean the grinder of leftover grounds
  • Store remaining beans in an airtight container away from light