Aeropress Tutorial

January 1, 2025Nathanael Curtis
Aeropress Tutorial

Making AeroPress coffee is quick, easy, and endlessly satisfying. It’s the perfect way to make a delicious, fresh cup of coffee in just a few minutes. Whether you’re at home or in the office, this method delivers a clean, flavorful brew every time.

You don’t need anything fancy—an AeroPress and a little guidance are all it takes! Here's a simple guide for making your AeroPress coffee.

What You Need

  • Scale that measures grams (optional, but helpful!)

  • Amazing coffee (see our selection here!). We recommend any of our single origin offerings for a unique cup.

  • Burr grinder (you can buy pre-ground coffee, but freshly ground is always better!)

  • AeroPress coffee maker with filter cap

  • Hot, filtered water

  • Stirrer or spoon

  • Mug

Brewing Your AeroPress

  1. Measure your coffee.
    Use 15 grams of coffee (about 1 full AeroPress scoop). You can always adjust depending on how strong you like your coffee. The most important thing is that it tastes amazing to you!

  2. Grind your coffee.
    For AeroPress, a medium-fine grind works best—think table salt or fine sand. Every grinder and coffee is a little different, so start with this grind and make small adjustments to taste.

  3. Prep your AeroPress.
    Place a paper filter in the cap and rinse it with hot water. This removes any paper taste and pre-warms your AeroPress. Attach the cap to the chamber and discard the rinse water.

  4. Add coffee and water.
    Put your ground coffee in the AeroPress. Start your timer and pour in 220 grams of hot water. Stir gently for 5 seconds to make sure all the grounds are wet.

  5. Steep and press.
    Let the coffee steep for about 2 minutes. Then insert the plunger and gently press down for 20–30 seconds, stopping when you hear a soft hiss. This ensures a smooth, balanced cup.

Ready to Drink

Pour your AeroPress coffee into a mug and enjoy immediately. You can drink it straight, or dilute with hot water for an Americano-style cup. Milk, cream, or sweeteners are up to you!

The beauty of the AeroPress is that it’s fast, versatile, and consistent. Every cup can be dialed in to your taste, making it your perfect everyday coffee companion.

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