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Aeropress Inverted Method

Murat Aktas
The Aeropress inverted method involves flipping it so the filter cap is on top, adding coffee and hot water, stirring, and steeping before flipping it back onto a cup to press the coffee through.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Brewing Time 2 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Beverage
Cuisine American
Calories 2 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 15 gr Coffee Beans
  • 240 ml Hot Water

Instructions
 

  • Grind Your Beans
    The ideal coffee-to-water ratio for Aeropress is 1:16. This means you should use 16 units of water for every unit of coffee grounds. For example, you should use 240 ml (8 fl oz) of water for 15 grams of coffee grounds.
    Weigh and grind 15 grams of coffee beans. If you don’t have a scale, use the scoop that comes with the Aeropress package. Its full scoop takes approximately 15 grams of coffee.
    Grind your coffee beans in a medium-fine setting. This grind size is roughly the thickness of table salt.
  • Heat the Water
    There’s no hard rule about how hot the water should be for brewing coffee in an Aeropress. The inventor of the Aeropress, Alan Adler, recommends a brewing temperature of 175 °F (80 °C). On the other hand, the Specialty Coffee Association recommends 200 °F (93.5 °C) for brewing in an Aeropress. 
    You can try both and determine the water temperature that suits you best. I recommend 200 °F (93.5 °C), as the Specialty Coffee Association advised.
    If you don’t have a thermometer to measure the water temperature, boil it and let it rest for 1.5-2 minutes. This way, you will reach the ideal temperature for brewing in Aeropress.
  • Prepare Your Aeropress
    Pull the plunger of the Aeropress out so that 1 cm (½ inch) of it remains inside the chamber. Then, preheat your Aeropress by pouring hot water into it and shaking it gently. Once done, empty the water from the inside and flip it upside down onto the countertop.
    Finally, place the paper filter into the filter cap of the Aeropress and rinse it with hot water. This way, the paper filter will stick to the filter cap and won’t fall out when attached to the chamber of the Aeropress. 
  • Add Coffee Ground and Water
    Pour the coffee grounds and then the hot water into your Aeropress. Make sure all the grounds are wet when pouring the water.
    If you have a scale, pour 240 grams (8 oz) of water. If you don’t, pour water until it reaches 1 cm (½ inch) below the mouth of the chamber.
  • Stir and Wait
    Stir the mixture gently with the paddle that comes with your Aeropress. Then, place the filter cup in its place and wait for 2 minutes for your coffee to brew.
  • Flip and Press
    Place your cup upside down over your Aeropress to accommodate the filter cup. Then, holding the junction of your Aeropress with one hand and your cup with the other, turn it over carefully and quickly.
    Place the entire system on the counter. Then, without pressing too hard, steadily push the plunger. Continue to press until you hear a hissing sound.
    When you hear the sound, your coffee is now ready.

Notes

Experiment with Grind Size: Test different grind sizes to find the one that suits your taste best. Fine to medium grind is generally recommended.
Adjust Brewing Time: Experiment with brewing times. A typical range is 1-2 minutes, but you can adjust to achieve your preferred strength and flavor.
Try Different Filters: Experiment with both paper and metal filters. Paper filters generally produce a cleaner cup, while metal filters allow more oils for a fuller body.
Get Creative: Don't be afraid to get creative! The Aeropress is a versatile tool, so feel free to try different recipes and techniques to find your ideal cup.
Remember, these tips are starting points. Feel free to tweak them to match your personal preferences and enjoy the journey of discovering your perfect cup of Aeropress coffee!

Nutrition

Serving: 240mlCalories: 2kcal
Keyword aeropress, aeropress inverted method
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