💉 AeroPress Brew Guide
Fast, forgiving, and endlessly versatile
The AeroPress brews rich, low-acidity coffee in under 3 minutes. Its inverted brewing method gives you full control over steep time and immersion, making it the most forgiving brewer for beginners and a favorite for coffee travelers and World AeroPress Championship competitors alike.
Coffee
15g
freshly ground
Water
225ml
filtered
Temp
85°C
185°F
Grind
Medium-fine
Slightly finer than pour over — like table salt, but not quite espresso fine.
Total Time
2:50
5 steps
Ready to brew
Set Up (Inverted)
Insert the plunger about 1 cm into the chamber. Flip the AeroPress upside down (plunger at the bottom). Add 15 g of ground coffee.
0:20
☕ Brew complete! Enjoy your AeroPress.
Recipe Steps
1
Set Up (Inverted) 0:20
Insert the plunger about 1 cm into the chamber. Flip the AeroPress upside down (plunger at the bottom). Add 15 g of ground coffee.
2
Bloom 0:30
Pour 30 ml of water, stirring 3 times with the paddle to ensure all grounds are wet. Watch for bubbling — that's CO₂, a sign of freshness.
3
Fill & Stir 0:30
Pour remaining water to reach 225 ml total. Stir gently 5 times. Wet all grounds evenly.
4
Steep 1:00
Attach the filter cap (with a pre-rinsed paper filter). Let the coffee steep undisturbed. This is where the flavor develops.
5
Flip & Press 0:30
Carefully flip the AeroPress onto your mug. Press down slowly and steadily over 20–25 seconds. Stop pressing when you hear a soft hiss — that's air, not coffee. Over-pressing extracts bitterness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why use the inverted AeroPress method?
Inverted brewing prevents early drip-through before you're ready to press. It gives you full control of steep time — especially important for slower, more intentional extraction.
Can I use the AeroPress with espresso-style coffee?
Yes — with an even finer grind and more pressure, an AeroPress produces a concentrated, espresso-style shot. It won't have crema like a real espresso machine, but the flavor is surprisingly close.
What water temperature is ideal for AeroPress?
Lower than most methods: 80–90°C (175–195°F). Lower temperature suits shorter steep times and avoids over-extraction for medium-fine grinds. This recipe uses 85°C for a sweet, balanced cup.
How long should I press the AeroPress?
About 20–25 seconds with steady, firm pressure. Faster pressing can force bitterness through. Stop as soon as you hear a hiss — that signals you've extracted all the coffee and are now pushing air.
How many cups can I make with an AeroPress?
One strong serving (190 ml) per press cycle. To serve two, make a concentrated shot (8–10 g coffee, 80 ml water) and dilute with hot water or steamed milk — the "long AeroPress" method.