MEET THE BEAN — Brewing

Home Brewing Basics: Your Coffee Toolkit

Home Brewing Basics: Your Coffee Toolkit

Whether you’re stepping up your coffee game or just getting started, every barista needs a home brewing toolkit to get the job done right . . .

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How to Cold Brew Coffee The Right Way

How to Cold Brew Coffee The Right Way

Cold brew makes any summer day perfect, and it’s no wonder why. If you haven’t tried this treat, then you’re missing out on something special . . .

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Coffee Brewing: Pour-Over vs Automatic Drip

Coffee Brewing: Pour-Over vs Automatic Drip

I love brewing with my Hario V60 manual pour-over. It takes me about 5 minutes from whole-bean to first delicious sip and it remains my precious ritual each morning before I take on the world.  Pour-over brewing is considered by many coffee enthusiasts, including myself to be the superior method for brewing a delicious cup of coffee. It’s easy, fun and allows for a lot of customization. Admittedly, this method requires a bit of math that I keep it simple for my first cup of the day. (15:1 water to coffee ratio). This is slightly off the 17:1 ratio I...

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Biggest Mistakes with Grind Size

Biggest Mistakes with Grind Size

One of the biggest mistakes home brewers make is on their grind size. The impact that grind size has on the quality of your coffee is incredible. Investing in a quality burr grinder guarantees consistency, allowing you to replicate your perfect cup of coffee every time.

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