Find Your Brew: A Beginner's Guide to Coffee Brewing Methods by a London-based Coffee Roastery
Brewing Methods for Better Coffee
When it comes to making great coffee at home, the brewing method you choose matters as much - if not more - than the beans themselves. Here's a beginner-friendly introduction to the six popular brewing methods, with tips and links to full step-by-step guides crafted by our expert coffee brewers.
Making great coffee at home can be challenging, but it's tremendously rewarding. Once you start brewing delicious coffees at home, you'll save on your café-made brews, and potentially make better coffees than those offered by your local café. You'll be able to explore global coffees as you'll be able to cherry-pick your own beans.
The technique you use brings out different flavours, textures, and aromas. Whether you're after bold and rich or clean and delicate, there's a method out there that is both cost-efficient and can meet your needs.
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1. The Bold and Portable Method - AeroPress
Perfect for a punchy, espresso-style brew for milk-based drinks without the machine. The Aeropress is perfect for Harvestry coffee drinkers who would like a compact and portable option for all their travels, or simply for their café-style home lattés.
Would you like to find out how to brew with an AeroPress? Read our elaborate guide on using the Aeropress here.
2. The Clean and Bright Method - V60/Pour Over
Global beans bring out exquisite taste notes. V60 pour-over is a ritualistic method that brings out the delicate flavours, the clarity and the subtle fruity notes in high quality, single-origin coffees. It does require patience as the coffee is extracted from the grounds using a filter.
Learn how to master the V60, check out the ultimate specialty coffee guide here.
3. The Rich and Simple Method - French Press (Cafetière)
If you like a simple and easy brewing method, this one's the one for you! The French Press is one of the most easy to use brewing tools. Are you looking for a bold cup that will bring you comfort and awakening as a morning brew? Well, this one's ideal if you'd like a deeper, earthy delicious coffee that's quick and easy to make.
Make a great French Press, read the the ultimate guide written by our coffee brewing experts here.
4. The Strong and Velvety Method - Moka Pot
Be warned! This method requires "Stovetop Intensity" but it's such a rewarding method that is loved by the European coffee drinkers. This method, similar to the Aeropress, is perfect for your latté, flat white, or expresso-based drinks, especially if you'd like a darker brew.
Brew strong with the Moka Pot → Read our guide on brewing specialty coffee with a Moka Pot here.
5. The Most Infamous Method (also known as the Barista Method) - Espresso
You've decided to invest big and you've purchased an espresso machine. I guess that's the closest to café-style drinks there is, and there's no shame in that! Our espresso guide will help you dial in your grind, and time your shots like a pro.
Pull the perfect espresso with our guide here.
6- The Smooth and Refreshing Method - Cold Brew
Ideal for sunny days but takes 12-18 hours, the result is super smooth concentrate you can enjoy all week.