Listten in as Jen Stone describes how to brew step-by-step. Consistency combined with the proper tools and excellent coffee all combine to make the perfect cup.
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Brew Guide
You’ll Need:
- 17 grams Ciel fresh coffee beans for each 8 oz. cup
- Chemex or Hario pourover device
- Able kone or Hario filter paper (paper filters will contribute to a lighter-bodied brew)
- Baratza Vario W or similar Burr Grinder
- Fresh, filtered or bottled water (no apparent odors or tastes)
- Hot water maker
- Thermometer
- Scale
- Timer
Instructions:
- Consult the measurement chart (below) and turn on hot water maker to begin heating ample water
- Consult the measurement chart; weigh out the precise amount of coffee
- Grind coffee to medium particle size (see settings on Grind page) in the amount needed just prior to brewing
- If applicable, pre-wet filter paper with hot water to assist the extraction process
- Place ground coffee in the filter and level
- Set the pourover device on top of the scale. With the filter and coffee in place, tare the scale to 0
- Ensuring the water is precisely 199˚F, start the timer and pour the appropriate quantity of water (consult the measurement chart) in a circular motion onto the coffee bed, ensuring that all grounds are wet
- After the initial pour, wait 45 seconds and watch the coffee bloom and de-gas, as the coffee flavors are extracted
- As the aromas emerge, consult the scale and every 30 seconds continue to add between 1 and 4 ounces of water depending on your brew volume. Aim to have all water poured in 3 minutes, spread evenly across 7 equal pours, until the proper volume of water has been added. This can be accomplished with careful measurement or a little practice
- Let the water drain completely through the coffee
- This process may take a total brew time of up to 3 minutes and 45 seconds
- Allow the coffee to cool for at least 1 minute before enjoying
Measurements:
- 1 cup: 17 grams coffee / 8 oz water (1 oz per pour)
- 2 cups: 34 grams coffee / 16 oz water (2 oz per pour)
- 3 cups: 51 grams coffee / 24 oz water (3 oz per pour)
- 4 cups: 68 grams coffee / 32 oz water (4 oz per pour)