Brew Guide – Cuvée Coffee
Brewing Better Coffee
Great coffee doesn’t need to be complicated. Start with a few simple fundamentals, choose your brewing method, and we’ll walk you through the rest.
START WITH THE BASICS
A few simple things make a big difference in your cup.
COFFEE
Fresh is best. Brew within a few weeks of roasting.
GRIND
Grind just before brewing and match the grind size to your brew method.
WATER
Use clean, filtered water around 200°F.
RATIO
Start with 1 gram of coffee for every 15-17 grams of water and adjust to taste.
TIME
Brew time matters. Follow the recommendation for your brew method.
STORAGE
Keep coffee airtight, cool, and dry. Skip the fridge and freezer.
CHOOSE YOUR BREW METHOD
However you make your coffee, we’ll help you get the most out of it.
Aeropress
A quick, versatile way to make a great cup of coffee wherever you are.
YOU’LL NEED: AeroPress · Filter · Scoop or scale · Stirrer · Timer · Cup
RATIO: 15g coffee · Fill brew chamber to #4
GRIND: Medium-fine
BLOOM: 30–60 seconds
STEEP: 1–2 minutes
GOOD TO KNOW: Experiment with ratio and steep time to find the cup you like best.
How to Make AeroPress Coffee | Cuvée Coffee Brew Guide
Chemex
A classic pour-over method that produces an exceptionally clean, crisp cup.
YOU’LL NEED: Chemex · Chemex filter · Gooseneck kettle · Grinder · Scale · Timer
RATIO: 1:15 (35g coffee · 525g water)
GRIND: Medium-coarse
BLOOM: 45–60 seconds
BREW TIME: 3½–4½ minutes
GOOD TO KNOW: Rinse the thick Chemex filter thoroughly before brewing. It helps remove paper flavor, preheats the carafe, and contributes to the clean, nuanced cup Chemex is known for.
How to Make Chemex Coffee | Cuvée Coffee Brew Guide
Cold Brew
A simple way to make smooth, refreshing, low-acidity coffee at home.
YOU’LL NEED: Brewing vessel · Grinder · Filter or cheesecloth
RATIO: 1:2 (¼ lb coffee · 64 oz water)
GRIND: Extra coarse · Think rock salt
WATER: Room temperature or cold
STEEP TIME: 10–12 hours refrigerated
GOOD TO KNOW: The extra-coarse grind helps prevent over-extraction during the long steep.
How to Make Cold Brew Coffee | Cuvée Coffee Brew Guide
Drip Coffee
An easy way to brew consistently great coffee at home.
YOU’LL NEED: Drip coffee maker · Grinder · Paper filter
RATIO: 1:16 (93g coffee · 1500g water)
GRIND: Medium · Grind fresh
WATER: Clean + filtered
GOOD TO KNOW: Rinse your filter before brewing and keep your brewer clean.
How to Make Drip Coffee | Cuvée Coffee Brew Guide
Espresso
A concentrated brewing method that rewards precision with a rich, complex shot.
YOU’LL NEED: Espresso machine · Espresso grinder · Tamper · Scale
RATIO: 18g coffee · 59g espresso (~2 oz)
GRIND: Fine · Adjust to dial in extraction
BREW TIME: 25–30 seconds
GOOD TO KNOW: Look for an even, mouse-tail-like pour with a hazelnut-colored crema and leopard spotting on top. Consistent dosing, leveling, and tamping help you get the shot right every time.
How to Make Espresso | Cuvée Coffee Brew Guide
French Press
A simple brewing method that produces a rich, full-bodied cup.
YOU’LL NEED: French press · Grinder · Scale · Kettle · Timer
RATIO: 1:16 (50g coffee · 800g water)
GRIND: Coarse
STEEP TIME: 3½ minutes
GOOD TO KNOW: Preheat the press and metal screen before brewing. After steeping, gently stir to help the grounds settle, then plunge and pour immediately to prevent over-extraction.
How to Make French Press Coffee | Cuvée Coffee Brew Guide
Moccamaster
A precision drip brewer designed to make consistently great coffee at home.
YOU’LL NEED: Moccamaster · #4 paper filter · Grinder
RATIO: 1:15–1:16 (75g coffee for a full 10-cup pot)
GRIND: Medium · Adjust to dial in brew time
BREW TIME: 3–5 minutes
GOOD TO KNOW: The Moccamaster controls water temperature and flow rate for you, so once your ratio is set, grind size is the main variable to adjust.
How to Make Moccamaster Coffee | Cuvée Coffee Brew Guide
Pour-Over
A hands-on brewing method that brings out the unique flavors in your coffee.
YOU’LL NEED: Pour-over brewer · Paper filter · Grinder · Scale · Kettle · Cup or carafe
RATIO: 1:16 (23g coffee · 355g water)
GRIND: Medium
WATER: ~200°F
BLOOM: ~1 minute
POUR: 3 equal pours · Circular motion
GOOD TO KNOW: Always rinse your filter before brewing, then fully saturate the grounds and let the coffee bloom before beginning your pours.
How to Make Pour-Over Coffee | Cuvée Coffee Brew Guide
READY TO BREW?
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