THE SHORT ANSWER
AeroPress combines a short steep with gentle manual pressure through a filter. For the standard-size brewer, try 16 g coffee and 220 g water using the upright method.
- Starting recipe
- 16 g coffee / 220 g input water
- Grind
- Medium-fine
- Time
- About 2 minutes, plus heating
- Temperature
- 85°C / 185°F to start
What you’ll need
- Standard-size AeroPress and matching filter
- Sturdy heat-safe mug
- Kettle, scale, spoon, timer
Make it, step by step
- Fit a paper filter into the cap, secure it to the chamber, and stand the chamber upright on a sturdy mug.
- Add 16 g medium-fine coffee. Pour 220 g water into the chamber without exceeding its capacity.
- Stir gently, then insert the plunger slightly to limit dripping. Wait about 30–60 seconds.
- Move the mug off the scale before pressing. Press with steady, gentle pressure; never lean your body weight onto it.
- Let the cap cool before removing it, eject the grounds safely, and rinse. Taste, then add hot water if you want a longer cup.
Make it yours
This is a measured home variation on the manufacturer’s upright method, not an inverted recipe. Check instructions for your specific model and never use a fragile glass.
These are home starting points, not lab-tested guarantees. Follow the safety and capacity guidance for your exact equipment.
Sources & further reading
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