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Ingredients
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Coffee Beans
Water
Optional Additions
Method
Brewing Coffee
- 1
Prepare the Coffee Maker
Start by ensuring your coffee maker is clean and ready for use. If using a drip coffee maker, place a coffee filter in the basket.
- 2
Measure Coffee Beans
Measure 1 cup of Guatemalan dark roast coffee beans. If you prefer a stronger flavor, you can add a little more coffee.
- 3
Grind the Coffee Beans
Grind the coffee beans to a medium-coarse consistency. Ensure the grind is not too fine, as this can lead to over-extraction and bitterness.
- 4
Add Coffee Grounds to Coffee Maker
Add the ground coffee to the prepared coffee filter in your coffee maker.
- 5
Measure and Add Water
Measure 4 cups of filtered water and pour it into the water reservoir of your coffee maker.
- 6
Brew the Coffee
Turn on your coffee maker and allow it to brew the coffee. This should take about 5-10 minutes depending on your machine.
- 7