The AeroPress is a favorite among coffee enthusiasts for a reason. It’s versatile, fast, and capable of producing a clean cup with rich flavor.
Whether you’re brewing at home, at work, or while traveling, the AeroPress is a reliable way to make great coffee with just a few tools.
Follow the steps below to brew a balanced cup, or watch the full video guide to brew along with us.
What You'll Need
Before you start brewing, gather your tools:
• AeroPress
• Kettle
• Grinder
• Scale
• Mug
• Fresh SQ1 Coffee
Brew Guide: AeroPress
Follow these steps for a smooth, flavorful cup.
1. Add Coffee
Add 15 grams of finely ground SQ1 coffee to the AeroPress and level the coffee bed.
2. Bloom the Coffee
Pour 35 grams of water over the coffee and let it bloom for 30 seconds.
3. Stir
Give the coffee a quick stir to fully saturate the grounds.
4. Add More Water
Continue pouring until you reach 225 grams of water total.
5. Stir Again
Give the coffee another gentle stir to ensure even extraction.
6. Attach the Cap
Place the AeroPress cap on top and allow the coffee to steep.
7. Steep
Let the coffee steep for 2:45 after the bloom (about 3:15 total brew time).
8. Flip and Press
Carefully flip the AeroPress onto a carafe or mug and press slowly until the coffee is fully extracted.
9. Serve and Enjoy
Pour into your favorite mug and enjoy.
Want to Experiment with Brewing?
One of the best things about the AeroPress is how much you can experiment with it. Small changes to grind size, brew time, or coffee ratios can produce completely different flavor profiles.
If you want to learn more about brewing methods and coffee extraction, our coffee classes and tastings in Lancaster are a great place to start.
Coffee lovers, curious beginners, and home baristas are all welcome.
Watch the Brew Guide
Prefer to follow along step by step?
Watch the full video guide and brew alongside our team.
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