How to brew the best specialty coffee

How to Brew the Perfect Specialty Coffee with a 3TEMP HIPSTER Batch Brewer

If you’re aiming to brew exceptional specialty coffee using a HIPSTER pour-over brewer, you’re in the right place! Follow this step-by-step guide for a precise and flavorful cup every time.

What You’ll Need

  • 120g of lightly roasted coffee beans
  • A grind size that’s slightly coarser than medium (around 80 CPA). If you’re using washed beans, grind a bit finer.

Step 1: Preparation

Start by rinsing the 3TEMP filter paper with cold water to remove any papery taste, then mount it into the basket. Pour in your ground coffee and give the basket a gentle shake to even out the surface.

The Brewing Process in 3 Phases

1. Pre-Brew (Blooming) Phase

This initial stage helps release trapped carbon dioxide from the coffee grounds, ensuring a more even extraction.

  • Water amount: 200-250ml, set at 10% of your total water volume
  • Water temperature: 97°C (206.5°F)

This “pre-flush” starts the blooming process, allowing the coffee to breathe and prepare for extraction.

2. Extraction Phase

Now, we enter the critical phase where the magic happens: the extraction. During this phase, the coffee’s unique flavors develop based on how you control water temperature and brew time.

  • Water temperature: 94°C (201°F)
  • Pulses: 7-9 (fewer pulses lead to faster extraction, while more frequent pulses ensure a more balanced brew)

You can tweak these settings to suit your specific beans and grind size, adjusting the number of pulses for your ideal flavor profile.

3. Final Phase (Draw Out)

In this final stage, we lower the water temperature to gently finish the brewing process, which results in a more balanced, sweet, and acidic cup.

  • Water temperature: 89°C (192°F)

This drop in temperature helps to draw out a smooth, nuanced flavor, ensuring the coffee isn’t over-extracted.

Final Thoughts

Now you’ve got all the tricks to brew incredible specialty coffee with the 3TEMP HIPSTER brewer! Try these steps and experiment to discover the perfect recipe for your taste.

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