Pour Over

How to Brew Coffee with the Pour Over Method

Making pour-over coffee requires care and precision, but when done well, it creates a cup that reflects the warmth, connection, and hospitality we provide.

We suggest:

  • Choosing the right beans for you
  • Grinding beans to your preferred size
  • Using Cold water


Follow these pour-over coffee instructions to brew delicious, delicate coffee and create meaningful connections.

What You'll Need

  • Coffee Filters
  • Pour-over coffee brewer
  • Mug
  • Scale
  • Grinder, optional, but preferred
  • Kettle or another hot water source

Brew Time

2:30–3:30 min

Grind Size

Medium

Coffee Dose

22 g

Water

350 g

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Watch How to Make Pour-Over Coffee

A quick 90-second demonstration from America’s Test Kitchen.

Video by America’s Test Kitchen via YouTube.

1.  Heat Your Water

Heat the water to 195–205°F, or your preferred temperature.

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2. Grind Your Coffee

Grind the coffee to a medium consistency.

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3. Place the Filter in the Dripper

Open the coffee filter and place it inside the pour-over brewer. Rinse it with hot water, then discard the rinse water.

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4. Add and Bloom Coffee

Add the grounds, level the coffee bed, and reset the scale. Pour about twice the coffee’s weight in water and wait 45 seconds.

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5. Pour the Remaining Water

Slowly pour in circles, starting in the center and moving outward.

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6. Let It Drain and Enjoy

Allow the water to pass through completely, then pour the coffee into your mug and create connections.

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