Aeropress Brew Guide

Discover the Magic of Aeropress Brewing

If you're looking for a simple yet powerful way to brew rich, flavorful coffee at home or in your café, the Aeropress coffee maker is your new best friend. Loved by baristas, coffee pros, and everyday coffee lovers, Aeropress offers full-bodied coffee with low bitterness – all in under 3 minutes.

This guide includes the exact Aeropress recipe we use in our coffee shops for a clean, balanced hot coffee.

What is Aeropress and why is it so popular?

Invented in 2005 by American engineer and toy designer Alan Adler, the Aeropress was born out of a quest to brew a perfect cup of coffee quickly and without bitterness. What started as a quirky-looking gadget soon sparked a global cult following. Why? Because it delivers barista-level coffee with just hot water, freshly ground beans, and a little pressure. Its growing fame led to the launch of the World Aeropress Championship—a wildly creative, high-energy competition that celebrates experimentation and technique. Whether you’re into bold espresso-like shots or smooth filter-style cups, the Aeropress gives you complete control, and that’s exactly what makes it addictive.

 Why Choose Aeropress?

• Portable, durable, and easy to use

• Quick brew time (under 3 minutes)

• Smooth flavor with minimal bitterness

• Easy cleanup with disposable paper filters

• Endless recipe variations and full control over brewing

Aeropress Brew Guide (Hot Coffee Recipe)

This is our in-house recipe for brewing delicious Aeropress coffee in a café setting. Use it as a base and tweak to your preference!

Ingredients:

• 13g fresh coffee (medium grind)

• 180ml water (92–94°C)

• Aeropress with paper filter

• Stirrer and scale

• Timer

Step-by-step Instructions:

1. Grind 13g of coffee to a medium size consistency.

2. Place a paper filter in the Aeropress cap and rinse it with hot water.

3. Add the ground coffee to the Aeropress and place it on a cup/server.

4. Start your timer. Pour 30ml of water, saturating all grounds evenly in a circular motion.

5. Swirl or gently shake the Aeropress to ensure all coffee is wet.

6. Let the coffee bloom till the 30 seconds mark.

7. Continue pouring until you reach 180ml total (should finish pouring by the 1:00 mark).

8. Stir 5 times with a spoon or paddle.

9. At 1:15, place the plunger and gently press down for ~45 seconds.

10. Stop pressing by the 2:00–2:10 minute mark.

11. Enjoy immediately or serve in a preheated cup.

Optional: Measure Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) for consistency in a professional setting.

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