AEROPRESS

Method Info

The Aeropress, this peculiar and lovely device was perfected by the inventor and engineer Adam Adler. This preparation uses manually generated pressure and delivers a rich, espresso like coffee.

Coffee, Equipment and Recipe

Coffee

Medium to Fine Grind

Equipment

Aeropress
Filters
Water boiler
Burr coffee grinder
Precison scale
Cup (150-300 ml)

Dose

15g of coffee
240ml of water

Extraction Ratio

1:16

Preparation

Step 1

Heat the water at a temperature between 92 °C and 96 °C.

Step 2

Insert a paper filter into the AeroPress's detachable plastic cap and rinse it with hot water.

Step 3

Place it on your scale with the flared end up, then tare the weight. The numbers should appear upside-down. Add the desired amount of ground coffee and tare again.

Step 4

Pour the freshly boiled hot water completely saturating the grounds. Give it a stir to make sure the coffee is saturated.

Step 5

Fasten the cap, ensuring it locks into the grooves tightly. Wait about 1:15 min.

Step 6

Flip the whole assembly over with haste and control.

Step 7

Position it atop your brew vessel and begin applying downward pressure. This will take about 20-30 sec. Your coffee is fully brewed once it begins to make a hissing sound.

Step 8

Remove the appliance from the cup.

Step 9

Serve the coffee.