Aeropress Brew Guide
Brewing coffee with an AeroPress can produce a clean, flavorful cup when done correctly. Following these steps will help you achieve consistent results. Enjoy your coffee!
Step-by-Step Guide to Brewing Coffee with an AeroPress
STEP 01
Prepare the AeroPress
- Disassemble and Clean: Ensure your AeroPress is clean and free of any old coffee grounds or oils. Disassemble the AeroPress into its three main parts: the plunger, the chamber, and the filter cap.
- Insert the Filter: Place a paper filter in the filter cap and rinse it with hot water to remove any paper taste and preheat the AeroPress. Discard the rinse water.
STEP 02
Weigh and Grind the Coffee
- Weigh the Coffee: Measure out 16 grams of coffee beans, depending on your taste preference. This is approximately 1.5 Aeropress scoops or 1/4 cup, but weighing is more accurate.
- Grind the Coffee: Grind the coffee beans to a medium-fine consistency, similar to table salt. This grind size is crucial for proper extraction.
STEP 03
Assemble the AeroPress
- Assemble for Inverted Method: For the inverted method, place the plunger upside down on a stable surface and attach the chamber on top. The numbers on the chamber should be upside down.
- Add Coffee Grounds: Add the ground coffee into the chamber.
STEP 04
Add Water and Stir
- Start the Timer and Add Water: Begin a timer and pour hot water (just off the boil, around 202°F which is Fidalgo's recommended temperature for all of our coffees) into the chamber up to the desired level (usually up to the number 4 for a full brew).
- Stir the Mixture: Use the provided stirrer or a spoon to stir the coffee and water mixture for about 10 seconds to ensure even extraction.
STEP 05
Attach the Filter Cap
- Attach the Filter Cap: Secure the filter cap with the pre-rinsed filter onto the chamber. Make sure it is tightly sealed.
STEP 06
Brew and Press
- Wait and Flip: Allow the coffee to steep for about 1-2 minutes, depending on your taste preference.
- Flip and Press: Carefully flip the AeroPress onto a sturdy mug or carafe. Press down slowly and steadily on the plunger, applying even pressure. The pressing should take about 20-30 seconds.
STEP 07
Serve and Enjoy
- Remove the AeroPress: Once all the water has been pressed through, remove the AeroPress from the mug or carafe.
- Stir and Enjoy: Stir the brewed coffee to ensure an even flavor and enjoy your freshly brewed AeroPress coffee.
Brew with Fidalgo Coffee
Additional Tips
- Water Quality: Use filtered water for the best taste.
- Coffee Freshness: Use freshly roasted and ground Fidalgo coffee for optimal flavor.
- AeroPress Care: Clean your AeroPress thoroughly after each use to maintain the quality of your coffee. Disassemble and rinse all parts.
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