Brew Guides
Brew It Right. Every Time.
Your go-to guide for brewing First Light Roasters coffee to perfection, no matter your method.
The best brew starts with the right method for your taste and routine. Tap a method to see how to brew it.
Choosing Your Brew Method
Pour-Over
22 g coffee to 350 g water. 3 to 3.5 minutes. Bloom for 30 seconds.
French Press
30 g coffee to 500 g water. Steep 4 minutes.
Drip Coffee Maker
2 tbsp coffee per 6 oz water. Medium grind.
Espresso
18 g in to 36 g out in 25 to 30 seconds. Use a fine espresso grind: choose Signature Espresso as Espresso (fine grind), or buy Whole Bean and grind just before brewing.
Moka Pot
Fill the bottom chamber with hot water up to just below the valve. Fill the basket with fine-to-medium ground coffee and level it without tamping. Heat on medium with the lid open. When the coffee turns pale and starts to sputter, take it off the heat and cool the base under cold water to stop brewing. Signature Espresso is available ground for Moka Pot.
Cold Brew
1 cup coffee to 4 cups water. Steep 12 to 18 hours, then strain and serve.
The Golden Ratio
1 g of coffee for every 15 to 18 g of water
About 2 tbsp per 6 oz of water. Adjust stronger or weaker to your preference.
Pro Tips
- Use filtered water.
- Weigh your coffee and water.
- Clean your gear.
- Store beans airtight, never in the freezer.
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