The Ultimate AeroPress Technique (Episode #3)
James Hoffmann・2 minutes read
To consistently make fantastic coffee with AeroPress, use 11 grams of light roasted coffee to 200 grams of water for a stronger cup, adjusting for darker roasts. Follow the recommended setup, grind size, and brewing techniques, including adjusting water temperature and grind size for taste preferences, and explore other AeroPress recipes for variety.
Insights
- Using 11 grams of light roasted coffee to 200 grams of water in an AeroPress results in a high extraction and a stronger cup, with the technique easily adaptable for darker roasts by adjusting the ratio.
- The AeroPress brewing process involves boiling water for light roasts, adjusting temperature for darker roasts, adding water, swirling gently, and pressing after 2 minutes, with the ability to fine-tune grind size and temperature for personalized taste preferences and explore various AeroPress recipes for diverse coffee experiences.
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Recent questions
How can I make consistent AeroPress coffee?
By following the recommended technique, using 11 grams of light roasted coffee to 200 grams of water, adjusting for darker roasts, and ensuring a proper setup and brewing process.
What is the ideal coffee-to-water ratio for AeroPress?
The ideal ratio is 11 grams of coffee to 200 grams of water, providing a high extraction for a stronger cup of coffee, with adjustments needed for darker roasts.
What is the key to a successful AeroPress setup?
The key to a successful setup is to have the plunger out, paper in the holder without rinsing, locking it in place on a sturdy surface, and ensuring the right grind size for the coffee used.
How should I adjust the brewing process for different roast levels?
For light roasts, boiling water can be used, while darker roasts require adjusting the temperature. After adding water, swirling gently, and pressing after 2 minutes, adjust grind size and temperature for taste preferences.
Where can I find other AeroPress recipes for coffee variety?
To explore other AeroPress recipes for coffee variety, you can search online for different techniques and methods that suit your taste preferences and brewing style.
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Summary
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"Perfect AeroPress Coffee: Consistent & Delicious"
- Recommended AeroPress technique for consistent fantastic coffee every time
- Light roasted coffee: 11 grams to 200 grams water for high extraction, stronger cup; adjust for darker roasts
- Setup: Plunger out, paper in holder, no need to rinse, lock in, place on sturdy surface
- Grind size: Fine for light roast, adjust for medium/dark; load coffee, boil water
- Brewing: Light roast can use boiling water, adjust temp for darker roasts; add water, swirl gently, press gently after 2 minutes; adjust grind size and temperature for taste; explore other AeroPress recipes for variety
