Coffee Recipe
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Ingredients
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Brewed Coffee
Optional Add-ins
Method
Brewed Coffee
Heat water
Measure 12 oz (about 355 ml) of filtered water and heat to just below boiling, about 200°F (93°C). If you don't have a thermometer, bring to a boil and let rest 30 seconds.
Prepare coffee
Place 2 tablespoons of freshly ground coffee (medium grind) into your brewer or a pour-over cone lined with a filter. Level the grounds so water will contact evenly.
Bloom (for pour-over or drip)
Pour a small amount of hot water (about 1.5–2 oz) evenly over the grounds to wet them completely and allow them to bloom for 30–45 seconds. This releases trapped gases and improves extraction.
Brew
Continue pouring the remaining hot water slowly and evenly over the grounds in a circular motion (if using pour-over) or start the drip/brew cycle on your coffee maker. Total brew time should be about 3–4 minutes for pour-over, or follow your machine's normal cycle.
Serve
When brewing is complete, discard the used grounds and immediately pour the brewed coffee into a cup to preserve aroma and temperature.