Basics of Drip Coffee | 3 Tips for a Delicious Brew

Wouldn't it be great if the pour-over coffee you brew at home could taste even better? The truth is, just a few simple tips can make a surprising difference in the flavor.

1. The best water temperature is 90-95℃

If you use boiling water directly, the bitterness will be too strong. It's best to wait about 30 seconds after boiling before pouring. This brings out the natural sweetness and aroma of the beans.

2. Value the blooming time

After pouring a small amount of hot water initially, wait 20-30 seconds. This "blooming" is key to extracting the coffee flavor uniformly. Enjoy watching the beans swell.

3. Slowly, in a circular motion

Don't pour all the hot water at once; pour slowly in a circular motion, from the center outwards, like drawing the character "の". Aim for about 3 minutes. Brewing carefully without rushing results in a clear taste without unpleasant bitterness.

With Taisetsu Coffee beans from Higashikawa, Hokkaido, the deliciousness stands out even with simple brewing methods. Please try it starting tomorrow morning!

English Summary:
Master the basics of pour-over coffee with three simple tips: use water at 90-95°C (wait 30 seconds after boiling), bloom the grounds for 20-30 seconds, and pour slowly in circular motions from center outward. With Taisetsu Coffee beans from Higashikawa, Hokkaido, even simple brewing techniques deliver exceptional flavor.