Coffee brewing methods to enjoy at home
How to make extraordinary coffee in the comfort of your home
If you want to learn how to make great coffee at home and find your favourite coffee brewing methods, you are in the right place. Experiment with different ways to make a delightful cup of coffee in your own kitchen and see which coffee making technique is the best for you!
Whether you love coffee and want to enjoy your own daily cup of luxury, or you want to entertain your guests, there are various methods to make and enjoy delicious coffee. Here we have selected for you the ways to make coffee at home and indulge on your own or treat your loved ones.
Coffee making methods to use at home
- Espresso machine coffee
- French press coffee
- Turkish coffee
- Moka pot coffee
- Pour over coffee – manual drip coffee, also called filter coffee
- Drip coffee (electric machine method)
- Vacuum pot coffee
- Cold brew coffee
- AeroPress
Home coffee brewing methods
Espresso machine coffee
How does an espresso machine work?
Hot water is pushed through compacted ground coffee in the espresso machine.
What coffee flavour do you get from an espresso machine?
From an espresso coffee machine you get strong coffee with crema on top (crema is a sign of good espresso). Coffee made with an espresso machine has a rich flavour, is strong and aromatic. However, this is a way of making coffee which requires skills and a well adjusted machine.
French press coffee
How is the French press coffee made?
Hot water is poured over coffee in the French press pot. The coffee grounds soak for a few minutes and next are filtered through the plunger. It’s one of the easiest ways to make a strong coffee at home.
How does French press coffee taste?
Coffee from the French press is fairly strong, heavy bodied and very aromatic.
Turkish coffee
What is Turkich coffee brewing method?
Very finely ground coffee is brewed in boiling water in a small pot on a stove. Traditionally Turkish coffee was made in a pot placed in hot sand, but you can do it at home on a stove. This is one of the oldest methods to prepare coffee.
How does Turkish coffee taste?
Turkish coffee is very strong with full body.
Read more in our Turkish coffee brewing guide.
Moka pot coffee or Italian espresso pot
How is moka pot coffee made?
Moka coffee is made using a moka pot where steam is pushed through coffee grounds by pressure of 2 – 3 bar.
What coffee do you get from moka pot?
From the moka pot you get strong, rich coffee with earthy flavours.
The moka pot was a precursor to the espresso machine.
Pour over coffee / filter coffee (manual drip coffee)
How is pour over coffee made?
The manual drip coffee or pour over method uses gravitation to sift hot water through ground coffee placed in a cone filter.
How does drip coffee taste?
Drip coffee has high caffeine levels, has delicate flavours and is a smooth and clean brew thanks to the filtration.
One of the drip coffee types is Chemex coffee.
Drip coffee (electric machine)
How does drip coffee machine work?
Just like in the manual drip coffee making, hot water is sift through the coffee grounds placed in a filter. The difference is that the water is heated in the machine and the process is automated.
Vacuum coffee or siphon coffee
How does the vacuum or siphon coffee brewing method work?
The siphon coffee brewing method uses the properties of gases expanding and contracting due to the temperature changes. The water is pushed through the coffee and the filter by the force of changing pressure.This is not the easiest coffee making method, but it’s very entertaining to watch.
How does vacuum pot coffee taste?
The vacuum siphon gives a smooth, clean and full-bodied coffee.
Cold brew coffee
How is cold brew coffee made?
Cold brew coffee is made by soaking the coffee grounds in cold water for 12 to 24 hours. Next the coffee is strained and served cold.
How does cold brew coffee taste?
Cold brew coffee is smooth, low in acidity and bitterness and has high caffeine levels thanks to the long extraction time. It’s a safer choice for those with stomach problems who don’t want to give up on their caffeinated drinks. It’s an excellent idea for a refreshing cold coffee drink.
Find out more about cold coffee brewing
Aeropress
How does AeroPress work?
Hot water is poured over cofee to steep it for a very short time (from just a few seconds to a couple of minutes). After that the water is forced through the ground coffee by hand pressure.
What coffee do you get from AeroPress?
From an AeroPress you get strong coffee with an ample body, quite similar to espresso.
Summary
This is short an overview of some most common coffee brewing methods which you can use at home.
What is your favourite hommade coffee type? How do you make yours?