Making the perfect V60 coffee requires attention to detail and a bit of practice. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you achieve a great cup:

What You’ll Need:

• Freshly roasted coffee beans

• A V60 dripper

• V60 paper filter

• Coffee grinder

• Gooseneck kettle

• Digital scale

• Timer

• Hot water (about 200°F or 93°C)

• Mug or carafe

Steps:

1. Preparation:

• Boil Water: Heat water to about 203°F. If you don’t have a thermometer, bring the water to a boil and let it sit for about 30 seconds.

• Grind Coffee: Grind your coffee beans to a medium-fine consistency, similar to table salt. Use about 15 grams of coffee for every 250 grams of water (a 1:16 ratio is a good starting point).

2. Setup:

• Rinse the Filter: Place the paper filter in the V60 dripper and rinse it with hot water. This removes any paper taste and preheats the dripper and the vessel. Discard the rinse water.

• Add Coffee: Place the V60 on top of your mug or carafe, add the ground coffee to the filter, and gently shake to level the grounds.

3. Bloom:

• Start your timer and pour about 30 grams of hot water over the grounds, ensuring all the coffee is saturated. This is called the bloom and allows gases to escape. Let it bloom for about 30-45 seconds.

4. Main Pour:

• After the bloom, slowly pour the remaining water in a circular motion, starting from the center and moving outwards. Pour steadily and try to maintain a consistent water level in the dripper. This should take about 2-3 minutes.

5. Final Drip:

• Once you’ve poured all the water, let the coffee drip through the filter completely. The total brew time should be around 3-4 minutes.

6. Serve and Enjoy:

• Remove the dripper, give your coffee a gentle swirl to mix the flavors, and enjoy your perfectly brewed V60 coffee.