Measure 0.5 cups of freshly ground medium-roast coffee (about 4–6 tablespoons) and place it in the filter of a drip coffee maker. Add 4 cups of filtered water to the reservoir. Start the brew cycle. When finished, serve 1 cup per person. Add milk, sugar, or honey to taste (use the provided whole milk or non-dairy milk).

French Press Option

For a richer cup, add the 0.5 cups ground coffee to a 1-L French press, pour 4 cups (about 950 ml) of near-boiling water over the grounds, stir gently, steep for 4 minutes, then press the plunger slowly. Pour immediately and dilute with milk if desired.

Espresso-style / Latte (stovetop or espresso machine)

If you have an espresso machine, pull a single shot using about 1.5 tablespoons of finely ground coffee (not listed separately). Steam 0.5 cups milk until microfoam forms and pour over espresso to make a small latte. Alternatively, heat 0.5 cups milk in a small saucepan until steaming (do not boil) and whisk vigorously to froth, then add to strong brewed coffee.

Black Tea

Bring 2 cups filtered water to a rolling boil. Place 2 black tea bags in a teapot or cups, pour the boiling water over them, and steep for 3–4 minutes for a robust cup. Remove tea bags. Sweeten with sugar or honey to taste (suggested 1–2 tsp sugar or 1 tbs honey). Add a lemon wedge if desired.

Cold Drinks

Fresh Orange Spritz

Fill two glasses with ice (about 0.5 cup each). Divide 2 cups fresh orange juice between glasses (1 cup each). Top each glass with 0.5 cup sparkling water. Stir gently, garnish with 4 mint leaves per glass and a strawberry half if using.

Iced Coffee / Cold Brew

If using cold brew concentrate, fill two glasses with ice. Mix 0.5 cup cold brew concentrate with 1 cup cold water or milk (not listed separately) and pour over ice. Sweeten to taste with sugar or honey. Alternatively, chill brewed coffee before serving over ice.

Mint-Infused Water

In a pitcher, combine 1 cup ice, 1 cup sparkling water, a few mint leaves, and slices of lemon or strawberry. Let sit for 5 minutes to infuse and serve chilled.

Smoothies

Mixed Berry-Banana Smoothie

In a blender, combine 1 ripe banana, 0.5 cups plain yogurt, 1 cup frozen mixed berries, 0.5 cups orange juice (or milk), 1 tsp chia seeds, and 1 tsp honey or maple syrup. Blend on high until smooth, about 45–60 seconds. If too thick, add 2–4 tablespoons extra juice or water and blend again. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.