The Beginner's Guide To Pour Over Coffee
How to Brew the Perfect Pour Over Coffee: A Step-by-Step Guide
Are you looking to elevate your morning coffee ritual? Making pour over coffee is a simple yet meditative process that transforms your morning. With each pour, you can savor the aroma and watch the coffee bloom as it drips into your favorite cup. The process invites you to slow down and enjoy the passage of time.
What You'll Need to Make Pour Over Coffee
You don’t need expensive equipment to make a great pour over coffee. Here’s a simple list of essentials to get started:
- Coffee dripper
- Coffee filter
- Kettle
- Grinder
- Digital scale
- Timer
- Coffee server or your favorite cup
Can I Use Any Coffee?
Yes! Coffee is all about taste and preference. Use your favorite coffee beans for the best experience.
Pour Over Coffee Recipe
Step 1: Heat Your Water
Fill your kettle with water and set the temperature between 195°F - 205°F. For lighter roasts, use hotter water for better extraction.
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Step 2: Measure Your Coffee
We recommend 20 grams of coffee with a medium grind (similar to kosher salt). Freshly grinding your coffee just before brewing enhances its flavor.
Step 3: Prep Your Dripper
Place your coffee filter in the dripper and add the ground coffee. Gently shake to level it. Put the dripper on your server or cup and zero out the scale.
Step 4: First Pour (Bloom Pour)
Once your water reaches the right temperature, pour in circles over the grounds, ensuring all grounds are saturated. Start with a bloom pour of 60 grams of water and start your timer. The bloom allows carbon dioxide to escape and should last for 30 - 50 seconds depending on the coffee’s freshness.
Step 5: Subsequent Pours
For the next 4 pours, add 60 grams of water every 15 seconds, bringing your total coffee weight to 300 grams.
Step 6: Enjoy Your Brew
Once your coffee has fully dripped into your server or cup, it’s ready to enjoy. Don’t forget to clean your gear!
Final Tips for the Perfect Pour Over Coffee
To perfect your brew, experiment with adjusting variables such as brew time, coffee amount, grind size, and water temperature. But don’t change everything at once! Track your adjustments and keep other factors consistent to dial in your ideal cup.
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