There’s something magical about that first sip of fresh-brewed coffee in the morning. Whether you're a casual sipper or a coffee aficionado, brewing a great cup at home doesn't have to be complicated. With the right tools, freshly roasted beans (like ours 👀), and a bit of guidance, you can take your at-home coffee game to the next level.
Below, we’ll walk you through how to brew your own coffee using four popular methods: Drip Machine, French Press, Pour Over, and Espresso Machine.
Drip Coffee Maker (Classic & Convenient)
Best for: Everyday drinkers who love simplicity.
What You’ll Need:
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Freshly ground coffee (medium grind)
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Filter
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Drip coffee machine
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Filtered water
How to Brew:
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Place a filter in your machine’s basket.
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Use a coffee-to-water ratio of 1:15 (e.g., 1 gram of coffee for every 15 grams of water). For a standard 12-cup machine, use about 60-70g of coffee.
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Add filtered water to the reservoir.
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Press "start" and let it brew.
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Once finished, swirl the carafe gently to even out flavor, and enjoy!
💡 Pro tip: Keep your machine clean—old coffee oils can ruin a great roast.
French Press (Rich & Full-Bodied)
Best for: Those who love bold, strong coffee with more oils and texture.
What You’ll Need:
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French press (🔗Check out our Bodum Java French Press)
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Freshly ground coffee (coarse)
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Hot water (just off boil, ~200°F)
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Stirring spoon
How to Brew:
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Use a 1:15 ratio again. For a standard 8-cup press, that’s about 54g of coffee to 800g (ml) of water.
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Add ground coffee to the press.
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Pour in half your water and let it "bloom" (release gases) for 30 seconds.
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Stir gently, then add the rest of the water.
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Place the lid on (don’t plunge yet), and let steep for 4 minutes.
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Press the plunger down slowly and evenly.
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Pour and serve immediately.
💡 Pro tip: Avoid letting coffee sit in the French press—it over-extracts and gets bitter.
🛒 Looking for a new French Press? Check out our Bodum Java French Press
Pour Over (Clean & Bright Flavor)
Best for: Coffee lovers who enjoy control and clean, nuanced flavors.
What You’ll Need:
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Pour-over dripper (like a 🔗Hario V60 or 🔗Chemex Glass Pour-Over)
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Paper filter
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Freshly ground coffee (medium-fine for V60, medium-coarse for Chemex)
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Gooseneck kettle (optional but ideal)
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Scale & timer
How to Brew:
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Place your filter in the dripper and rinse with hot water (this removes paper taste and preheats).
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Add coffee—use about 25g of coffee for 400g of water.
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Start the timer and begin pouring about 50g of water in circles to bloom the coffee. Wait 30 seconds.
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Slowly continue pouring in stages, maintaining even saturation, until you reach 400g.
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The total brew time should be around 3–4 minutes.
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Remove the dripper, swirl your cup or carafe, and sip!
💡Pro tip: Pour-over brings out the unique flavor notes in our single-origin roasts.
Espresso Machine (Bold & Concentrated)
Best for: Espresso fans or home baristas ready to level up.
What You’ll Need:
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Espresso machine
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Freshly ground coffee (fine grind)
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Tamper
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Scale
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Clean portafilter
How to Brew:
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Preheat your machine and portafilter.
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Add 18–20g of coffee to a double-shot basket.
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Tamp firmly and evenly.
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Insert portafilter and start the shot.
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Aim for a 25–30 second extraction, yielding about 36–40g of espresso.
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Sip solo or use it as the base for lattes, cappuccinos, or Americanos.
💡Pro tip: Dialing in espresso takes practice—adjust grind size and dose until it tastes balanced.
Final Tips for Brewing at Home:
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Always use freshly roasted beans for the best flavor (we roast ours in-house daily). 🛒 Shop All Our Coffees
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Grind right before brewing—a good burr grinder makes a huge difference.
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Use filtered water—it’s 98% of your cup!
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Store your beans in a cool, airtight container.
Want to Brew Like a Pro?
We roast our coffee right here on-site, and it’s crafted to shine no matter how you brew. Stop by the shop to chat beans with us, or grab a bag online. We’re happy to help you find your perfect roast!
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