WAC 2018 Runner-Up

Clay Zhang
  • Cup strengthRegular Cup
  • Brew time1m 15s
  • Brew ratio1:7

This recipe uses two different grind sizes for a bit of flavor diversity. Add a sprinkle of very finely ground coffee towards the end of the extraction for that magical touch.

Rating
Bean Light roast Kenya (Mugaya AA)
Equipment AeroPress
Inverted AeroPress
Inverted
Coffee Beans
31 g
Kettle
220 g
80ºC or 176ºF
Grind sizeExtra Coarse Grind

Steps

1
Insert a paper filter in the cap and rinse with cold water.
2
Add 30 g of very coarsely ground coffee to the brew chamber.
3
Pour 100 g of hot water over the grounds.
0:15
4
Stir continuously.
0:15
5
Pour an additional 70 g of hot water.
6
Add 1 g of very finely ground coffee to the brew chamber.
7
Fasten the filter cap, flip, and press into a cup.
0:45
8
Top up the brew with 50 g of hot water.