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.
Choosing Your Brew Method
Methods we love:
Pour Over
French Press
Drip Machine
Espresso
Cold Brew
The Golden Ratio
Start with 1g of coffee for every 15–18g of water (≈ 2 tbsp per 6 oz water).
Adjust stronger or weaker to your preference.
Brew Instructions
Pour Over
22g coffee to 350g water, 3–3.5 minutes, bloom for 30 seconds
French Press
30g coffee to 500g water, steep 4 minutes
Drip Machine
2 tbsp coffee per 6 oz water, medium grind
Espresso
18g in → 36g out in 25–30 sec
Cold Brew
1 cup coffee to 4 cups water, steep 12–18 hrs, strain and serve
Pro Tips
- Use filtered water
- Weigh your coffee and water
- Clean your gear
- Store beans airtight (never in the freezer)
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