How to Brew Coffee Powder with a Sense of Ceremony: A Pour-Over Coffee Genuinely Takes Just 2 Minutes

FrontStreet Coffee - Introduction to Pour-Over Coffee Brewing

If you're using a single serving of coffee grounds (around 15 grams), you can refer to the following recommendations.

1. Grind Size

A grind size similar to sugar granules is a versatile option that works well for most situations. You can compare the coffee grounds to sugar granules by rubbing them between your fingers.

2. Brewing Time

The typical brewing time ranges from 1 minute 40 seconds to 2 minutes. The longer the brewing time, the more substances will be extracted from the coffee. With a constant water amount, this results in a more concentrated coffee flavor, but also increases the risk of noticeable bitterness and astringency.

3. Brewing Temperature

You'll need to adjust your brewing temperature based on the roast level of your coffee beans. Here are some temperature guidelines:

Light Roast: 90-92°C
Medium-Light Roast: 87-90°C
Medium Roast: 85-87°C
Medium-Dark Roast: 83-85°C
Dark Roast: 80-83°C

Generally, the roast level is indicated on the packaging of your coffee beans. If you find that coffee brewed at a certain temperature has noticeable bitterness, try lowering the water temperature. If it tastes too thin and lacks flavor, try slightly increasing the temperature. Adjusting by 2 degrees at a time is a good approach.

4. Water Amount (Water-to-Coffee Ratio)

The ratio between the amount of water you plan to pour and the coffee grounds you use is called the water-to-coffee ratio. Adjusting this ratio allows you to easily change the concentration of your coffee. If you're using a general or entry-level grinder and are just starting to learn pour-over coffee, using a water-to-coffee ratio between 12:1 and 14:1 (which means pouring 180-210g of water for 15g of coffee) is relatively safe. This ensures sufficient concentration while minimizing the risk of bitterness.

5. Pour-Over Brewing Principles

Generally speaking, when doing pour-over coffee with a fixed amount of grounds and water-to-coffee ratio, higher water temperature, longer brewing time, and finer grind size will extract more substances from the coffee, resulting in a more concentrated coffee that showcases a fuller range of coffee flavors. However, this also increases the likelihood of bitterness. Therefore, you'll need to experiment several times to find your optimal balance point.

Key Point: Pour-Over Coffee Aims to Express "Regional Flavors"

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