AeroPress Brewing Guide

Learn how to make the perfect cup of coffee with your AeroPress.

Step 1 of 6
1

Gather Your Equipment

  • AeroPress with filter cap
  • Paper filters
  • 18g of freshly ground coffee
  • 250ml hot water (85-90°C)
  • Timer
  • Scale
2

Prepare the AeroPress

Insert a paper filter into the filter cap. Rinse with hot water to remove paper taste.

3

Add Coffee

Add 18g of medium-fine ground coffee to the AeroPress chamber.

4

Bloom the Coffee

Pour 50ml of hot water evenly over the coffee grounds. Let it bloom for 30 seconds.

5

Add Remaining Water

Slowly pour the remaining 200ml of water. Stir gently for 10 seconds.

6

Press and Enjoy

Slowly press down the plunger with steady pressure for about 30 seconds.

Pro Tips

Water Temperature

Use water between 85-90°C for optimal extraction.

Grind Size

Medium-fine grind works best. Adjust based on your preference.

Inverted Method

Try the inverted method for different flavor profiles.