Common Pour Over Coffee Mistakes

Dive into the world of artisanal coffee brewing with this step-by-step recipe for perfect pour over coffee. Whether you're a seasoned coffee aficionado or a curious beginner, mastering the art of pour over will enhance your appreciation of the humble coffee bean. Say goodbye to common errors and hello to a cup of pure satisfaction.

Ingredients

☕️ 20g freshly roasted coffee beans suggested brand: Stumptown Coffee Roasters
💧 300g filtered water

Instructions

1- Prepare Your Equipment:

Set up your pour over brewer (e.g., Hario V60) on top of a coffee mug or carafe.
Place a paper filter inside the brewer.

2- Rinse the Filter:

Pour hot water through the filter to remove any papery taste and preheat your brewer and mug.
Discard the rinse water.

3- Grind the Beans:

Using a burr grinder, grind the coffee beans to a medium-fine consistency similar to sea salt.

4- Boil Water:

Heat the filtered water in a kettle (e.g., Fellow Stagg EKG Electric Kettle) to 200°F 93°C.

5- Begin Pour Over:

Place the ground coffee into the filter. Gently shake the brewer to level the grounds.
Start your timer and slowly pour enough hot water about 50g over the grounds to saturate them and let them "bloom" for 30 seconds.

6- Continue Pouring:

In a spiral motion, slowly pour the remaining water over the coffee ensuring even saturation. This should take about 2–3 minutes.

7- Wait:

Allow the coffee to finish dripping through the filter into the mug or carafe.

8- Serve and Enjoy:

Remove the brewer and stir the coffee to ensure an even flavor. Savor your artisanal brew.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Brew Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 8 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 2 kcal per serving
Protein: 0g
Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 0g
Equipment: Hario V60 Pour Over Brewer, paper filter, burr grinder, kettle Fellow Stagg EKG