Brewing Measurements and Methods

Since coffee strength is a personal preference the instructions below are for medium strength (coffee measurements may need to be adjusted according to your preference). Want it stronger? Use more ground coffee. Other than freshly roasted and ground coffee there are a few other important factors that contribute to a great cup of coffee:

1. Coffee Grind (fine, medium, coarse)
2. Water (filtered or bottled is best)
3. Water temperature (Desired temperature for brewing coffee is between 195° F - 205° F for optimal flavor extraction).
   
4. Brewing method (pour-over, automatic drip, French Press, etc.).

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Note: Coffee grounds should not be disposed of in sinks or garbage disposals. Please dispose of used grounds in compost bins or in the garbage.

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Automatic Drip

Grind settings: Flat bottom filter - medium
Cone - fine to medium

Measurements:
Coffee - 8 Tablespoons or 4 level coffee scoops freshly ground coffee beans (Adjust the coffee to your preferred strength).
Water - 32 oz. (4 cups) filtered or bottled

Makes:
4 Cups

Directions:

1. Place a paper filter into the filter basket.
2. Pour freshly ground coffee beans into the paper filter.
3. Pour water into the water chamber.
4. Start coffee maker.
5. Wait until coffee has stopped dripping.
6. Enjoy your delicious coffee!

Time:
Depends on the coffee maker. Check your makers manual.

Drip (Pour-Over)

Grind settings:
Medium coarse

Measurements:
Coffee - About 2 Tablespoons or 1 coffee scoop freshly ground coffee beans (Adjust the coffee to your preferred strength).
Water - 10 oz. filtered or bottled

Makes:
10 oz.

Directions:

1. Boil water (add a little extra for priming the filter).
2. Place a paper filter into the filter basket.
3. Place a coffee cup under the filter.
4. Pour enough boiled water over your paper filter to wet the filter thoroughly. Let the water drain completely, pour out the excess water captured in your cup (this preheats the filter and the cup).
5. Pour your ground beans into the wet filter (gently shake to even out).
6. Begin pouring the boiled water onto the grounds to saturate (starting in the center). Stop pouring once the grounds are saturated.
   
7. Once the coffee begins dripping into the cup resume pouring in a spiral motion. Keep the water level in the filter around 3/4 full. Stop pouring when needed and repeat.
8. Enjoy your delicious coffee!

Time:
3 to 4 minutes

French Press

Grind settings:
Coarse

Measurements:
Coffee - 1/2 Cup (Adjust the coffee to your preferred strength).
Water - 4 Cups filtered or bottled


Makes:
4 Cups

Directions:

1. Boil water
2. Pour coarse ground coffee into your French press.
3. Pour boiled water onto the grounds (stirring to break up any clumping).
4. Put the top on but don't press down.
5. Let coffee steep for 4 minutes.
6. After 4 minutes press the plunger all the way to the bottom.
7. Enjoy your delicious coffee!

Time: 4 minutes