Brew calculator

Brew your next cup.

Choose your brewer and batch size, and I'll work out the coffee, water and steps.

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Your recipe shows up here once you pick your method and batch.

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How to Use a French Press (Step by Step) Watch on YouTube (opens in a new tab)

In the video I brew at 1:15. These days I recommend starting at 1:16, and you can still pick 1:15 in the ratio picker if you like it that way.

Watch me brew it

How to Brew Chemex Coffee (Beginner Guide) Watch on YouTube (opens in a new tab)

In the video I brew at 1:15. These days I recommend starting at 1:16, and you can still pick 1:15 in the ratio picker if you like it that way.

Watch me brew it

How to Brew Kalita Wave 185 Watch on YouTube (opens in a new tab)

Coffees I'd brew this way

Pick one to add it to your recipe. Each one is roasted in Miami after you order, light to medium light.

Buying ground? Pick Coarse Grind. Whole bean is even better if you grind at home.

Estate Castillo, Semi WashedGrown in ColombiaBrown sugar, vanilla, bright citrus and a creamy body. A cozy, safe pick for the press.$21.50 Coarse Grind (Drip, French Press, Pour Over) Shop this coffee

Mundo Novo, NaturalGrown in BrazilBlack tea, caramel and chocolate. Its body should really come through in a French press.$18.95 Coarse Grind (Drip, French Press, Pour Over) Shop this coffee

Café de Mérida, WashedGrown in VenezuelaCacao nibs, vanilla, brown sugar and plum. Rich and sweet in a full French press cup.$19.95 Coarse Grind (Drip, French Press, Pour Over) Shop this coffee

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Gear I use for this

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Bialetti 6860 Preziosa French PressThe 3 cup press this calculator is set up for.Check price on Amazon
Baratza Encore grinderAn electric grinder that covers a true coarse grind.Check price on Amazon
Apexstone coffee scaleWeigh your coffee and water so every cup repeats.Check price on Amazon

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Read the full French press guide

Coffees I'd brew this way

Pick one to add it to your recipe. Each one is roasted in Miami after you order, light to medium light.

Whole bean is best, so you can grind it fresh for the Chemex at home.

Yirgacheffe Aricha, WashedGrown in EthiopiaCitrus, florals, green grape and kiwi. The thick Chemex filter should let all that brightness shine.$23.95 Whole Bean Shop this coffee

Gedeb Chelbesa, WashedGrown in EthiopiaBlack tea, lavender and tropical fruit. Delicate and bright, which is what a Chemex does best.$23.50 Whole Bean Shop this coffee

Gesha, NaturalGrown in ColombiaCitrus, lime and yellow fruit with a floral fragrance. A special bag for a clean Chemex cup.$27.00 Whole Bean Shop this coffee

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Gear I use for this

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Chemex 6 cupThe 6 cup Chemex from my guide.Check price on Amazon
Chemex Bonded filters, unbleachedBonded filters made for the Chemex.Check price on Amazon
Apexstone coffee scaleWeigh your coffee and every pour.Check price on Amazon
Fellow Stagg EKG Pro electric kettleSet your temperature and keep a slow, steady pour.Check price on Amazon

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Read the full Chemex guide

Coffees I'd brew this way

Pick one to add it to your recipe. Each one is roasted in Miami after you order, light to medium light.

Whole bean is best, so you can grind to medium at home.

Estate Castillo, WashedGrown in ColombiaMolasses, milk chocolate and a gentle citrus acidity. Sweet and easy on the Kalita Wave.$22.95 Whole Bean Shop this coffee

Java, Red HoneyGrown in ColombiaPeach, black tea and a touch of anise. Juicy and balanced, which suits the Wave's sweet, even cup.$26.45 Whole Bean Shop this coffee

Nansebo, Sundried NaturalGrown in EthiopiaJasmine, nectarine and caramel. Bright and juicy, and the flat bed should keep it sweet.$23.50 Whole Bean Shop this coffee

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Gear I use for this

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Kalita Wave 185 dripper (stainless)The flat bottom dripper I use in the video.Check price on Amazon
Kalita Wave 185 filtersFilters made for the Wave 185. They go in dry, straight from the pack.Check price on Amazon
Kalita Wave glass server, 500mlKalita's own 500ml server sits right under the dripper.Check price on Amazon
Apexstone coffee scaleWeigh your coffee and every pour.Check price on Amazon
Fellow Stagg EKG Pro electric kettleSet 90°C and keep a slow, steady pour.Check price on Amazon

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Read the full Kalita Wave guide