How to Brew Coffee

Brewing coffee is as much an art as it is a science. The world of coffee brewing equipment is expansive, and methods of brewing are often times difficult, machine specific, and confusing. The goal when brewing coffee is to maximize the extraction of the delicious flavors of the roasted beans while minimizing the extraction of undesirable flavors and components.

In short: brewing a great cup of coffee at home can be intimidating.

Going to a coffee shop for your daily brew is a good alternative. You buy your favorite drink, enjoy it and continue on with your day. But when you're faced with brewing a café-quality cup in the confines of your own kitchen, the effortless enjoyment that comes with a good cup of coffee can quickly turn into frustration, bitterness and a smashed French press on the floor.

While some experimentation is required, brewing coffee is not as difficult as many people are made to believe. Below you will learn how to brew coffee at home using the devices we love, and that produce the best overall flavor and coffee experience. Enjoy!

Making Espresso at Home

Making espresso can be a daunting and intimidating task for the beginning home brewer. Indeed, it requires dedication, patience and a few inevitable mistakes. But, in the end, the rewards are definitely worth it. Learn how to make espresso at home.

 

Making Coffee with a French Press

Brewing coffee with a French press, or a press pot, is one of the easiest, cheapest and most enjoyable coffee making experiences you can have at home. When done correctly, press pot coffee feels rich, heavy and syrupy on the palate. Learn how to make coffee with a French press.

 

Making Coffee with a Melitta Filter

To enjoy coffee at its freshest, try making coffee with a pour-over filter. Melitta is the most popular maker of pour-over coffee filters. Learn how to make coffee with a Melitta filter.

 

Making Coffee with a Chemex Filter

The Chemex brews coffee using the pour over method, which makes it most similar to drip coffee in terms of body and taste. Although not as syrupy as the French press, the Chemex does produce a sediment-free cup of coffee that will impress anyone looking to enjoy coffee at it’s finest. Learn how to brew coffee with a Chemex.