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How do you brew a great cup of coffee?


Making coffee is simple. Brewing a good cup of gourmet coffee requires attention to detail.

  • Make sure your coffee maker and decanter are clean.
  • Temperature of Coffee machine should be between 200- 210 degrees F.
  • Use cold filtered water and avoid chlorinated water. Distilled water is best.
  • Use one full tablespoon of ground coffee for every six ounces (6 oz.) of fresh water.
  • Adjust these measurements to suite your taste.
  • Refrigerate coffee after opening for longer shelf life.
  • Enjoy fresh brewed coffee within 20 minutes or save it in an air pot to stay good all day.

This article was published on Tuesday 25 March, 2008.

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