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As coffee connoisseurs, we have preparation down to a science. Optimizing every cup starts with knowing how to get the most from your coffee. You can rely on us to sustain your pace with simple tips to enhance boldness, balance, and flavor. Select your preferred brew method below to elevate your current coffee game.
Are you a serious brewer? Have a CHEMEX® to extract the full flavor and mouthfeel of every perfectly roasted System Upgrade bean? Here are step-by-step instructions for the way we brew with a CHEMEX® coffeemaker.
STEP ONE
Grind your favorite whole bean System Upgrade coffeeto medium coarse ground, or simply grab your bag of System Upgrade ground coffee.
CHEMEX® suggests using a burr grinder because it delivers a more consistent particle size, allowing for a more even extraction and fuller bodies cup of coffee.
STEP TWO
Put your coffee filter into the top of the CHEMEX® brewer.
Optional tip from CHEMEX®: Dampen the filter with warm water to rinse and preheat the brewer. Once the water has drained through the filter completely, pour it out of the brewer while keeping the filter sealed against the coffeemaker wall.
STEP THREE
Put one rounded tablespoon of ground coffee for every 5oz cup into the filter cone. Use more if you prefer it stronger, as the CHEMEX® brewing process eliminates bitterness.
STEP FOUR
Once you have brought the appropriate amount of water to a boil, remove it from the heat and allow it to stop boiling vigorously. Pour a small amount of water over the coffee grounds to wet them, and wait for about 30 seconds for them to “bloom”, releasing the most desirable coffee elements from the grounds.
Perfect brewing temperature is about 200°F.
STEP FIVE
Slowly pour the remaining water over the grounds, using a circular or back-and-forth motion as you pour to ensure an even soaking of the grounds.
STEP SIX
Once the desired amount of coffee is brewed, lift the filter with spent grounds out of the brewer and discard.
STEP SEVEN
Pour your freshly made coffee into your CHEMEX® mug and indulge in the flavor!
System Upgrade coffee is great for a traditional, automated drip coffee method of brewing. Here’s the typical process for brewing a great pot of coffee in an automated coffee machine (consult the brewing instructions for your specific coffeemaker for best results).
STEP ONE
Grind coffee to a medium-fine particle size or grab a bag of ground System Upgrade coffee.
STEP TWO
Place coffee filter in filter basket.
STEP THREE
Add one tablespoon of ground coffee to a paper filter for every cup (6oz) of coffee you want to make.
STEP FOUR
Add cold, filtered water to the reservior.
STEP FIVE
Press the start button to begin the coffeemaker’s brew cycle.
Dark roast System Upgrade coffees are best enjoyed using a French Press to extract the rich, chocolate-y tasting notes. Here’s the typical process for brewing a great pot of coffee in your french press.
STEP ONE
Place your french press on a flat, dry surface. Pull out the plunger to expose the interior of the pot.
STEP TWO
Grind coffee coarsely or grab a bag of ground System Upgrade coffee.
STEP THREE
Add roughly 7 or 8 grams of ground coffee to the pot per 200mL (6.7oz) of water.
STEP FOUR
Pour hot water (around 200°F) into the pot and gently stir.
STEP FIVE
Cautiously reinsert the plunger into the pot, being careful not to go past the water and ground coffee (don’t plunge yet), and let stand for 3-4 minutes.
STEP SIX
Press the plunger down very slowly with steady pressure.
STEP SEVEN
Enjoy excellently brewed French press System Upgrade coffee.
Wash the pot with water and a mild detergent after each use, and dry thoroughly.
