Ok friends! A lot of you have asked, HOW DO I MAKE A POUR OVER, Like you do! Making a perfect pour-over coffee with our conscientious, specialty beans can elevate your coffee experience while getting the most out of the beans. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you brew an exceptional cup!
Equipment Needed:
- Pour-over dripper (like a Hario V60 or Chemex)
- Coffee scale (with a timer)
- Gooseneck kettle (for controlled pouring)
- Freshly roasted Bump 'n Grind specialty Conscientious coffee (whole beans)
- Coffee grinder (burr grinder recommended)
- Filtered water (ideally heated to 200°F / 93°C)
- Coffee filter (paper, fabric or metal, depending on your dripper)
Ingredients:
- Coffee: Use about 1:15 coffee-to-water ratio. For example, 20 grams of coffee for 300 grams of water.
Steps:
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Measure and Grind the Coffee:
- Weigh out your coffee beans. Use a burr grinder to grind the beans to a medium-fine consistency, similar to table salt.
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Prepare the Dripper:
- Place your dripper on a mug or carafe.
- Rinse the filter with hot water to remove any paper taste and preheat the dripper. Discard the rinse water.
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Add Coffee:
- Place the ground coffee in the filter. Level it out for even extraction.
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Bloom:
- Start your timer and pour about twice the weight of the coffee in water (e.g., 40 grams for 20 grams of coffee) in a circular motion to saturate the grounds.
- Let it bloom for about 30 seconds. This allows gases to escape, enhancing flavor.
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Pouring:
- After blooming, pour the remaining water slowly and steadily in a circular motion, avoiding the edges of the filter.
- Pour in stages (e.g., 100 grams, wait for it to drain, then 100 grams more) until you reach your target weight.
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Final Drip:
- Allow the coffee to finish dripping through the filter. This usually takes about 3-4 minutes total brew time.
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Serve:
- Remove the dripper, and enjoy your freshly brewed coffee! You can taste for sweetness, acidity, and body, adjusting your grind or pour technique in future brews as needed.
Tips:
- Experiment with different beans and grind sizes to find what suits your taste best.
- Ensure water quality is good; filtered water enhances flavor.
- Maintain consistent pouring for even extraction.
Enjoy your perfectly crafted cup of pour-over coffee!