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BREW GUIDE
Aeropress
What kind of coffee will I get?
Light and smooth.
Because of its quick extraction, AeroPress gives a light, smooth result, ideal for those who enjoy a more delicate black coffee.
How much coffee will I need?
16–17g.
16–17g of coffee is ideal for this method. As the AeroPress is a standard size, you want enough water to fill up to the number 4 marker on the side of the cylinder.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1
Place a circular filter in the cap of your AeroPress and rinse with boiling water to get rid of any paper flavours. This step will also help the filter stay in place.
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Step 2
Set your brewing chamber (the main AeroPress cylinder) over your cup or a jug and add your ground coffee to it. Give the chamber a slight shake to level out the coffee.
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Step 3
Heat your water to 96°c, either using a pour over kettle and thermometer or by boiling an electric kettle and letting it cool for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
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Step 4
Pour your water into the chamber. You want to do this quickly, aiming to fill up to the number 4 marker in 10 seconds. Turn the chamber as your pour so you cover the coffee entirely.
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Step 5
Stir the mixture gently with a spoon and then insert the AeroPress plunger slowly into the chamber. First keep it at a slight angle, then straighten it so it creates a vacuum. The plunger should still be sticking out.
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Step 6
Set a timer for one minute and wait. After one minute, slowly push the plunger down — this step should take another minute. Once you hear a slight hissing noise, you’ll know that all the liquid has been pushed through the filter, and your coffee should be ready to go.