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James Hoffmann's Ultimate AeroPress Technique

Murat Aktas
James Hoffmann's Ultimate AeroPress Technique is a detailed coffee brewing process that involves using a specific amount of coffee (11 grams), grinding it to a medium coarseness, heating water to a precise temperature based on the coffee's roast level, and employing a calculated method of adding water, creating a vacuum, and timing the brew for optimal flavor extraction.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Brewing Time 2 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Beverage
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 2 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 11 gr Coffee Beans
  • 200 ml Hot Water

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Your AeroPress
    Place the paper filter in the filter cap of the AeroPress and attach the filter cap to the chamber. Then place the AeroPress on a mug or carafe.
  • Grind the Coffee Beans
    Weigh out 11 grams of coffee beans. Then grind your beans finer than the grind used for pour-over but coarser than espresso.
  • Heat the Water
    Heat your water to the appropriate temperature for your coffee beans. Use higher temperatures for light roasts and relatively lower ones for darker coffee beans.
    James Hoffmann’s recommended water temperatures according to roast levels:
    Light Roast: Boiling Water
    Medium Roast: 90 – 95 °C (194-203 Fahrenheit)
    Dark Roast: 85 °C (185 Fahrenheit)
    I do not prefer light roast coffee beans due to their high acidity, nor dark roast coffee beans due to their smoky flavors. Therefore, I usually prefer medium-roast coffee beans. In this case, the target temperature should be 90 – 95 °C.
  • Add Coffee Grounds and Water
    Add the coffee grounds to your AeroPress first, then pour 200 ml of hot water. Make sure to wet all the grounds when pouring the water.
  • Insert the Plunger and Wait
    Insert the plunger into the chamber and pull it back slightly. This will create a vacuum effect and prevent the water from flowing out from the bottom. Then wait for 2 minutes to brew.
  • Swirl and Wait
    Hold the AeroPress with one hand and the mug with your other hand. Gently swirl and wait for another 30 seconds.
  • Press and Serve
    Press the plunger. However, don’t apply too much force. This pressing process will take about 30 seconds. Once you hear the hissing sound, set the AeroPress aside and serve your coffee.

Notes

Quality Water: Use filtered or bottled water to avoid any unwanted flavors in your coffee.
Brewing Time: Experiment with the brewing time to find your preferred strength. Hoffmann recommends a longer steeping time, but feel free to adjust according to your taste.
Filter Choice: Experiment with different filters. While the standard paper filters work well, some coffee enthusiasts prefer metal filters for a fuller-bodied cup.
Practice Patience: Allow the coffee to cool slightly before sipping. This can help you detect a wider range of flavors as the temperature drops.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 2kcal
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