The numbers being displayed on the side of your Aeropress coffee and espresso maker means two things; the number of scoops of coffee you’ll use, and the amount (per cup) water you will use, each scoop of coffee making one cup. The numbers act as a beginner’s guide on how to make a cup of coffee; add one scoop of coffee, and then add water till number 1 as displayed on the Aeropress.
The rest of the article goes on in details of how an Aeropress works, the dynamics of working an Aeropress after you’ve purchased it, and the maintenance required to take care of it.
How many parts does an Aeropress have?
The coffee maker Aeropress has 3 parts; the plunger that helps plunge the concoction and is a key part of brewing the coffee, the brewing chamber with numbers on its side which holds the mixture needed to be brewed, and the filter cap which filters out the unnecessary materials (coffee beans) for you to discard after your coffee has been brewed.
What other things do I need to brew my coffee in an Aeropress?
According to Sip Coffee House, a guide on all things Aeropress; apart from the Aeropress itself, you’ll also need paper filters (to filter out the excess material), a mug (to hold the brew), stirring paddle or spoon (to mix while brewing), coffee beans, a grinder (preferably a burr grinder – to finely grind the coffee beans), hot water, and a timer.
How to use an Aeropress?
The usual method is: put filter at the very bottom and the cup below it so the brew can pour right in; take the filter and put it in the cap, then situate the cap onto the brewing chamber or in other words, assemble the Aeropress.
After that, place the Aeropress above a cup or a mug, add the coffee and warm water, stir it from time to time, push the plunger down and let the coffee brew for the selected amount of time.
How do I prepare my Aeropress to brew the coffee?
Take the Aeropress filter cap, put filter paper into that cap, and rinse with hot water – it’s better to prepare hot water beforehand since you’ll be using a lot of it during the brewing process. Now rinse the Aeropress brewing chamber with the hot water, and fixate the filter cap onto it, and lastly, place the prepared Aeropress onto your cup or mug.
Why is it important to rinse the filter and brewing chamber before using?
Rinsing out the filter cap will get rid of unwanted particles, paper taste, and will simultaneously warm up your Aeropress equipment. Using warm water to rinse out the brewing chamber will prep it for brewing and pre-heat it easily, getting rid of any dirt particles which may be sitting on the surface of your Aeropress.
How do I boil the water for my Aeropress?
Put some water in a kettle, and set it to boil for about 5-10 minutes. After boil, set the kettle aside for about a minute for the temperature to return to just below boiling temperature, which in ideal terms would be maximum 80 degrees Celsius, as suggested by Crosby Coffee UK.
What is the use of numbers displayed on my Aeropress?
These numbers correspond to the original coffee recipe provided by Aeropress for users who don’t want to use scales, but the recipe can be altered according to the user’s wishes. The original Aeropress measurements are used to make an espresso, so the amount of coffee beans and water used can be changed according to how strong you want your coffee to be.
How do I correctly measure the coffee and water as numbered on my Aeropress?
Use the scoop that comes with the Aeropress and put one scoop of coffee into the brewing chamber, and add water just until the water level reaches the number 1 written on the side of the chamber. An ideal ratio of coffee to water would be 1:16 for an Aeropress, given the cup/mug holds 8 ounces or 230 grams.
How do I prepare the coffee to be put in the Aeropress?
Measure out 17-18 grams or 2-3 tablespoons of raw coffee beans and then grind them using a burr grinder at medium-fine setting, a little finer than needed for an espresso. It’s important for the grind to be medium-fine as to prevent it from clogging the filter, according to Centri Coffee, a leading coffee brew guide.
Is it necessary to always prepare the coffee beans or can I use pre-ground coffee for the Aeropress?
While freshly ground coffee may produce a better quality brew, for convenience purposes you can also use pre-ground coffee beans for your Aeropress. Just make sure that the pre-ground beans are roasted finely and ground as finely as you want them to be.
What do I do after the coffee is ground and the water is boiled?
Put the Aeropress onto a mug and pour in the measured coffee, shaking the Aeropress to even out the coffee. Add boiled warm temperature water on top of it into the brewing chamber just until it reaches your desired measurements, take the Aeropress paddle and stir the concoction about 2-3 times (not more, it’ll make the brew bitter), and insert the plunger.
Why do I need to stir the mixture from time to time while brewing?
A minute after the plunger is set, you need to take it out and stir the mixture 1-2 more times for it to be evened out properly. After that, re-fit the plunger onto the brew chamber and lightly press down, keep pressing it down all the way until you hear a wheezing sound by the Aeropress, and that is your cue to stop pressing and remove the plunger.
How do I clean my Aeropress after my coffee brew is done?
One convenient thing about the Aeropress is that it’s very easy to clean, all you need to do is to unscrew the filter cap, throw away the used filter paper, press the plunger to get coffee beans out, and rinse the remains to get rid of any coffee residue left.
Hi, I’m Jen Williams, chief editor and writer for ThirstPerk.com.
I’ve been drinking coffee and tea for most of my life, but it wasn’t until I started working at Thirstperk.com that I became an expert on the subject. I’m a total caffeine addict who has spent hours upon hours reading about and experimenting with the different types of coffees out there in my search to find the perfect cup of joe.
I’ve been a tea lover for as long as I can remember as well. I grew up in a house with a mom who loved to drink herbal tea, and I think that’s where my love for tea first began. These days, I’m always on the lookout for new and interesting teas to try, and I love experimenting with different brewing methods and flavoring combinations.