The AeroPress is not just a coffee maker; it's an invitation to experiment. Over the years, coffee enthusiasts have devised various brewing methods to coax out different flavors from their beans. Here are some of the most popular AeroPress recipes:

1. The Espresso Style Brew (The Original Recipe)

• Description: This is the method that most users start with, as it was the original intent behind the AeroPress design.
• Steps:
  1. Use finely ground coffee.
  2. Add hot water (85-90°C) up to the top of the first circle.
  3. Stir briskly and steep for 30 seconds.
  4. Attach the filter cap and press down slowly.

2. The Inverted Method

• Description: This method became popular as it allows for longer steeping times without early dripping.
• Steps:
  1. Place the plunger at the base of the AeroPress and set it upside-down (invert it).
  2. Add coarsely ground coffee and fill with hot water.
  3. Steep for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Attach the filter, flip the AeroPress over your cup, and press.

3. James Hoffmann's Ultimate AeroPress Recipe

• Description: Created by the coffee guru, James Hoffmann, this method promises a rich and smooth cup.

1. Set brewer in standard position on a server. Don't rinse or preheat the brewer (it doesn't make any difference).
2. Start a timer, add 200mL water, aiming to wet all the coffee during pouring.
3. Then immediately place the plunger on top of the brewer, about 1cm in. This creates a vacuum to stop the coffee from dripping through.
4. Wait 2 minutes.
5. Holding the brewer and the plunger, gently swirl the brewer.
6. Wait 30 seconds.
7. Press gently all the way, it takes about 30 seconds.
8. Drink and enjoy!

4. The Long Brew

• Description: For those who love a strong cup, this method maximizes extraction.
• Steps:
  1. Use a medium-coarse grind.
  2. Add room temperature water.
  3. Let it steep for 12-14 hours.
  4. Press and enjoy cold or heat to desired temperature.

Conclusion

The versatility of the AeroPress is one of its biggest strengths. Whether you enjoy a strong espresso-style coffee, a smoother cup, or something in between, there's an AeroPress recipe for you. So, roll up your sleeves and start brewing!

🌐 Sources

• counterculturecoffee.com - Guide To The AeroPress
• europeancoffeetrip.com - 9 Ways To Make Coffee With the AeroPress
• handground.com - The Art of Aeropress: Make 10 Kinds of Coffee Like Pro
• aeroprecipe.com - James Hoffmann's Ultimate AeroPress Recipe