How to Brew Each Coffee Grind: Coarse, Standard, Espresso and Whole Bean
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Every Gigi's coffee comes in four options: Whole Bean, Coarse, Standard and Espresso. Here's exactly how to brew each one at home.
Coarse — French press and cold brew
French press: 4 tablespoons per 16 oz of water just off the boil, steep 4 minutes, press slowly and pour.
Cold brew: stir 1 cup of coarse coffee into 4 cups of cold water, refrigerate 12–18 hours, then strain. Dilute the concentrate with water or milk to taste.
Standard — drip and pour-over
Drip coffee maker: about 2 tablespoons per 6 oz of water. Use fresh, cold water and a clean machine for the best taste.
Pour-over: rinse the paper filter, add coffee, pour a little water to bloom for 30 seconds, then pour slowly in circles. Aim for a total brew time of about 3 minutes.
Espresso — espresso machines and moka pots
Espresso machine: about 18 grams of coffee for a double shot, tamped evenly, pulling around 2 oz in 25–30 seconds.
Moka pot: fill the base with hot water to the valve, fill the basket with coffee without tamping, and heat on medium until it gurgles. Remove from heat right away.
Whole bean — grind fresh
Grind just before brewing and match the grind to your brewer, using the steps above. Store beans in an airtight container away from light and heat — not in the fridge.
Not sure which coffee to brew?
Tell Gigi how you brew and what you like, and Coffee Match will suggest coffees and the right grind for you.