Pour over brewing is a simple yet elegant way to brew coffee at home. It allows for a greater level of control over the brewing process, resulting in a clean and nuanced cup of coffee. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of brewing a delicious and complex cup of our Costa Rican San Lorenzo Tarrazu using a pour over dripper.
Materials
- Pour over dripper (Hario V60, etc)
- Filters
- Scale
- Timer
- Water kettle or other heating source
- Mug or carafe
- Costa Rican San Lorenzo Tarrazu
Instructions
- Place a filter in your pour over dripper, place the dripper over a mug, and rinse the filter thoroughly with hot water. This will warm your equipment and prevent a papery taste from transferring to the coffee. Dispose of the rinse water.
- Grind your coffee to a medium-fine grind size for most pour over drippers. If you’re using a V60, try a medium grind. Use 1 gram of coffee for every 16 grams of water.
- Pour the ground coffee into the dripper and shake it gently to level the coffee out.
- Start your timer and pour just enough hot water over the coffee to wet it evenly. Pour the water in a smooth, circular motion. Allow the coffee to bloom for 25 to 30 seconds.
- Slowly pour your remaining water over the coffee in the same motion as before.
- Allow the coffee to brew for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Gently swirl your mug and enjoy.
The instructions above serve as a great starting point but don’t be afraid to experiment with different coffee to water ratios, temperatures, and brewing times to create your own perfect cup.
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We hope you enjoyed this guide! We would love to see your brewing experience and hear about your results. Share your photos and thoughts on Instagram and tag us @mauchchunkcoffee.
