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Ingredients
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Coffee Base
Optional Additions
Method
Prepare Coffee
Grind
Measure approximately 2 tablespoons (about 0.033 cups) of whole coffee beans per 8 fl oz (1 cup) of water. Grind to the appropriate consistency for your brewing method: medium-coarse for pour-over or drip, medium for automatic drip, or coarse for French press.
Heat Water
Heat 1 cup (240 ml) of filtered water to between 195°F and 205°F (about just off boil). If you don't have a thermometer, bring to a boil and let sit 30 seconds.
Brew
Place the ground coffee into your chosen brewer (paper filter in a cone/pour-over, drip basket, or French press). Pour the hot water evenly over the grounds, saturating them. For pour-over: bloom with ~30 ml water and wait 30–45 seconds, then continue pouring slowly until you reach 1 cup. For drip: start the machine and let it complete. For French press: pour, stir gently, place lid on, and steep for 4 minutes, then press down slowly.
Serve
Immediately pour brewed coffee into a pre-warmed mug to preserve temperature.