Brew Guide: Aeropress

What you’ll need

  • Aeropress
  • Aeropress paper filter
  • Aeropress paddle or stirring spoon
  • Scale
  • Grinder
  • Freshly ground coffee
  • Filtered water
  • Water kettle
  • Timer
  • Coffee server or mug

 

Measurements

Coffee Weight

16g

Water Weight

210g

Brew Time

1:40

Water Temperature

94°C

Grind Size

Medium-fine (a bit finer than filter drip coffee)

Extraction Yield

Approx 195ml

 

 

Step 1:

Attach paper filter and place Aeropress (without plunger) and coffee server on the scale. 

 

Step 2:

Rinse paper filter with hot water to preheat the coffee server. 


Step 3:

Empty out the hot water and add 16g of freshly ground coffee into the vessel. Grind size should be medium-fine. 

 

Step 4:

Start the timer and pour water evenly over the grounds in a circular motion until it reaches 210g. This should take about 1 minute and 10 seconds. 


Step 5:

Stir the coffee 6 times, then place the plunger back on. 

  

Step 6:

Slowly press the plunger down to the bottom until you hear a hissing sound. This should take about 30 seconds. Pour, serve and enjoy!