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Ingredients
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Coffee Ingredients
Method
Brewing Instructions
- 1
Grind the Coffee Beans
Using a coffee grinder, grind 0.5 cups of fresh coffee beans to a medium-coarse consistency.
- 2
Boil the Water
In a kettle, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 3
Combine Coffee and Water
Once the water is boiling, pour it over the ground coffee in a French press or coffee maker.
- 4
Steep the Coffee
Allow the coffee to steep for about 4-5 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 5
Strain and Serve
If using a French press, slowly press down the plunger to separate the grounds from the brewed coffee. Pour the coffee into a cup.
- 6
Add Sugar and Milk
Add 1 tablespoon of sugar (or to taste) and 0.5 cups of milk or cream to the coffee, stirring well to combine.


