Field manual

Brew with fewer variables.

Start with a measured ratio. Change one thing at a time. Keep the routine simple enough to repeat.

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Recipes.

01

Pour over

A paper-filtered recipe for a clean cup with clear acidity.

Dose
15g coffee
Water
240g
Temp
94°C
Time
2:45–3:10
02

Espresso

A 1:2 starting ratio for a 25 to 30 second shot.

Dose
18g coffee
Yield
36g
Temp
93°C
Time
25–30 sec
03

French press

A four-minute immersion recipe with a fuller body.

Dose
20g coffee
Water
300g
Temp
94°C
Time
4:00 steep
04

AeroPress

A two-minute immersion recipe using a paper filter.

Dose
17g coffee
Water
238g
Temp
90°C
Time
2:00 steep
05

Cold brew

An eight-to-one concentrate steeped for 14 to 16 hours.

Dose
80g coffee
Water
640g
Temp
Room temp
Time
14–16 hr

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