Temperature
Water between 91–96°C is a useful starting point for filter coffee. Adjust to bring out sweetness, clarity and balance.
91—96°C / WATERGreat coffee is never an accident. Discover the craft, precision and small rituals that turn exceptional beans into an extraordinary cup.
THE DAILY BREW / COFFEE JOURNAL Specialty coffee is grown to taste extraordinary. The right temperature, grind and ratio help reveal what makes every origin unique. Learn the fundamentals, then make them your own.
Water between 91–96°C is a useful starting point for filter coffee. Adjust to bring out sweetness, clarity and balance.
91—96°C / WATERYour coffee-to-water ratio shapes strength and character. Start around 1:15, then adjust to suit the bean and your taste.
1:15 / STARTING POINTContact time affects extraction. A balanced brew is the result of grind size, pouring and time working together.
TIME / EXTRACTIONEvery brewing method brings a different character to your cup. Explore the techniques, discover your favourite, and make every coffee moment your own.
The purist's pour. Clean filtration and total control over every variable.
Immersion brewing that preserves every oil and produces a heavier, more tactile cup.
Pressure extraction in under 30 seconds. The foundation of every milk drink.
The traveller's favourite. Pressure and immersion in one compact device.
Thick filters remove almost all oils, producing an exceptionally clear cup.
Your daily driver. Consistent results with minimal effort when done right.
Cold water, long steep, exceptional patience. Naturally sweet without bitterness.
A classic stovetop brewer that delivers a rich, full-bodied, espresso-like cup.
THE POUR-OVER METHOD / 001 The V60 rewards patience and precision. Its spiral ribs and single large hole allow control over flow rate and extraction, making it a favourite for highlighting the character of single-origin coffee.
Bring filtered water to a boil, then let it settle to 93–96°C.
Place the paper filter in your V60 and rinse with hot water. Discard the rinse water.
Grind 15g of coffee to a medium-fine texture and level the coffee bed.
Pour 30–45ml of water evenly over the grounds. Wait 30–45 seconds.
Continue with slow, steady circles until you reach 250ml total water.
A total drawdown around 3:00–3:30 is a useful starting target. Taste and adjust.
Swirl gently after the bloom to help create an even coffee bed.
If the brew runs too fast, try a finer grind. If it runs too slowly, try coarser.
A great cup starts with the right balance. Choose a brewing method and coffee dose to reveal your recommended water amount.
A balanced starting point. Taste your coffee, then fine-tune the ratio to your preference.
Grind size changes how quickly water extracts flavour. Use this guide as a starting point for dialing in your brew.
Turkish coffee
Espresso · Moka Pot
V60 · AeroPress
Drip · Siphon
Chemex · Clever
French Press
Cold Brew
Change one variable at a time. Keep your dose and water consistent while you adjust the grind.