If you’re already familiar with specialty coffee, you know the flavor is vastly different—more flavorful, sweeter, and bursting with distinct notes. The biggest challenge for beginners is knowing the correct ratio of grounds to water to get that perfect cup. Today, we’re sharing a baseline recipe that typically appeals to everyone, which you can adjust to your own preference over time. Let’s get started on our perfect pour-over coffee.
Ingredients for the perfect pour-over coffee:
- 42.5g of coffee beans (if you don’t have a grinder, you can use pre-ground specialty coffee). In both cases, we recommend a medium roast. For beginners, a coffee with caramel notes is an excellent choice.
- 620g (approx. 21 oz or 2 2/3 cups) of filtered water (using filtered water is essential);
- A digital scale to adjust your measurements accurately.
How to make the perfect pour-over coffee:
- First, grab two kettles or pots;
- In one kettle, pour the filtered water; this will be for brewing the coffee;
- In the other kettle, you can use regular tap water; this will be used exclusively for pre-heating and rinsing;
- Place both kettles on the stove and bring them to a boil;
- Meanwhile, if you are using whole beans, grind them now. We recommend a medium grind; avoid a grind that is too fine;
- Once the water boils, take the kettle with the tap water and rinse the paper filter already placed in your dripper;
- Next, pre-heat your coffee carafe or thermal carafe by pouring some of the hot tap water into it. Let it sit for 2 minutes, then discard the water;
- Now, place the dripper on top of your carafe and you’re ready to brew;
- Using the kettle with the filtered water, pour a small amount over the coffee grounds in a circular motion. This first pour is to let the coffee “bloom”;
- Wait 30 seconds, then continue pouring the remaining water in a circular motion, filling up to the top;
- Wait for 1 minute, then add the rest of the water;
- Now just wait for it to drip through. Try not to let the coffee brew in less than 3 minutes, as it won’t have enough time to extract the flavors. The ideal time is up to 5 minutes; brewing longer than that may result in bitterness, which we want to avoid;
- Pour into your favorite mug;
- Enjoy your coffee!
Tips:
Experiment with different roasts and origins of specialty coffee to discover the unique nuances and characteristics of each variety.
Did you know?
Specialty coffee is grown at high altitudes and has a higher classification than regular coffee, evaluated based on criteria such as aroma, flavor, acidity, body, and sweetness.
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