Brewing Guide

Coffee Brewing Guides

Perfect your brewing technique with our step-by-step guides for every coffee type and brewer. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned barista, we've got you covered.

Drip Coffee

Standard Drip Machine

  • Grind: Medium
  • Ratio: 2 tablespoons of coffee per 6 oz. of water
  • Steps:
    1. Add a coffee filter to the basket.
    2. Measure and add ground coffee.
    3. Fill the water reservoir with fresh, cold water.
    4. Start the machine and wait until the brew cycle is complete.

French Press

French Press

  • Grind: Coarse
  • Ratio: 1:15 (1 gram of coffee for every 15 grams of water)
  • Steps:
    1. Heat water to 200°F (just off boil).
    2. Add ground coffee to the French press.
    3. Pour hot water over the grounds, saturating evenly.
    4. Stir gently and cover with the lid (don’t press yet).
    5. Let steep for 4 minutes, then press the plunger slowly.
    6. Pour and enjoy.

Espresso

Espresso Machine

  • Grind: Fine
  • Ratio: 1:2 (1 gram of coffee for every 2 grams of water)
  • Steps:
    1. Fill the portafilter with finely ground coffee.
    2. Tamp the grounds evenly.
    3. Lock the portafilter into the machine.
    4. Start the brew cycle; aim for a 25-30 second extraction.
    5. Serve immediately in a preheated cup.

Pour-Over

Pour-Over

  • Grind: Medium-Fine
  • Ratio: 1:16 (1 gram of coffee for every 16 grams of water)
  • Steps:
    1. Place a filter in the dripper and rinse with hot water.
    2. Add ground coffee to the filter.
    3. Bloom: Pour enough water to saturate the grounds and let sit for 30 seconds.
    4. Slowly pour remaining water in a circular motion.
    5. Wait for the brew to finish and serve.

Cold Brew

Cold Brew

  • Grind: Coarse
  • Ratio: 1:5 (1 gram of coffee for every 5 grams of water)
  • Steps:
    1. Add coffee and cold water to a jar or French press.
    2. Stir to ensure all grounds are wet.
    3. Cover and refrigerate for 12-16 hours.
    4. Strain through a fine mesh or filter.
    5. Serve over ice. Dilute with water or milk if needed.