#How to Make Coffee

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[hezigler]

How To Make The Best Coffee, According To Science

[hinge]

Hinge presents an anthology of love stories almost never told. Read more on https://no-ordinary-love.co

[coffeeverse1]

The Beginner’s Guide to Making Coffee: Methods, Tips & Tricks

There’s nothing quite like a good cup of coffee to start your day—or lift your mood any time you need a boost. But if you’re new to brewing your own coffee, it can be confusing to know where to start. French press? Espresso? Cold brew? What does it all mean, and which method is best for you?

In this beginner-friendly guide, we’ll walk you through the most popular coffee-making methods, easy-to-follow tips, and smart tricks to help you get the most out of every cup.

Why Learning to Brew Coffee at Home Is a Game Changer

Brewing your own coffee gives you control over taste, strength, and quality. You’re not just saving money—you’re also creating a morning (or afternoon) ritual that you can actually enjoy.

And guess what? You don’t need an expensive machine to start. With just a few basic tools and a bit of practice, you can make coffee that tastes better than what you get at most cafés.

Choosing the Right Coffee Beans

Before diving into brewing techniques, let’s talk about beans—because great coffee starts here. Whether you prefer a strong and bold flavor or something more mellow, the type of bean you choose will make a huge difference.

For beginners, a medium roast is a safe and versatile choice. If you’re interested in smoother and less acidic brews (like cold brew coffee), consider beans with chocolate, nutty, or caramel notes.

Quick Tip: Always buy whole beans and grind them fresh for the best flavor.

Popular Coffee Brewing Methods for Beginners

Let’s break down the most accessible and popular ways to brew coffee at home.

1. French Press (Also Known as a Press Pot or Plunger)

A favorite for beginners due to its simplicity.

What you need:

Coarsely ground coffee

Hot water (not boiling)

French press

Steps:

Add 1–2 tablespoons of coffee per cup.

Pour hot water over the grounds.

Stir gently and let it steep for 4 minutes.

Press the plunger down slowly and pour.

Best for: Full-bodied coffee lovers who like a bit of boldness.

2. Pour-Over (e.g., V60, Chemex)

Ideal if you enjoy clean, light flavors and have a bit of patience.

What you need:

Medium-ground coffee

Pour-over dripper

Filter paper

Hot water and kettle

Steps:

Place the dripper over your mug and insert a filter.

Rinse the filter with hot water.

Add coffee grounds and pour hot water in a circular motion.

Let it drip through slowly.

Best for: Flavor clarity, highlighting subtle notes in your beans.

3. Cold Brew Coffee

If you're after a refreshing and smooth coffee without bitterness, cold brew coffee is your go-to.

What you need:

Coarsely ground coffee

Cold or room temperature water

Jar or pitcher

A strainer or cheesecloth

Steps:

Mix coffee and water in a 1:4 ratio (e.g., 1 cup coffee to 4 cups water).

Let it steep in the fridge for 12–24 hours.

Strain and store the liquid.

Serve chilled, with or without milk.

Best for: Hot weather, low acidity, and slow sippers.

Pro Tip: Use beans specifically roasted for cold brew coffee to enhance the flavor.

4. Instant Coffee (In a Pinch)

It gets a bad rap, but instant coffee has come a long way.

Steps:

Add 1–2 teaspoons of instant coffee to your mug.

Pour hot water and stir.

Add sugar or milk if desired.

Best for: Quick caffeine fix without the mess.

Coffee Tips & Tricks for Beginners

Tip 1: Use Filtered Water

If your tap water tastes funky, so will your coffee. Clean water = clean brew.

Tip 2: Nail the Coffee-to-Water Ratio

Too much coffee = bitter. Too little = weak. Start with 1:15 (1g coffee to 15g water) and tweak as you go.

Tip 3: Mind Your Grind

Coarse for French press and cold brew

Medium for drip and pour-over

Fine for espresso (if using a machine)

Tip 4: Preheat Your Equipment

Always rinse your brewing gear with hot water before brewing—it keeps your coffee hotter and cleaner in taste.

How to Find Your Favorite Coffee Style

Everyone’s taste is different. Some love the intense flavors of espresso, while others prefer the light brightness of a pour-over or the mellow smoothness of cold brew coffee. The key is to experiment.

Try different brewing styles for a week. Note how each method affects the flavor and how it makes you feel. You’ll soon discover what fits your daily rhythm.

Final Thoughts: Start Simple, Sip Slowly

Brewing coffee doesn’t have to be intimidating. Start with one method—maybe a French press or cold brew coffee—and focus on doing it well. As you gain confidence, branch out and try new techniques, new beans, and even new add-ins like spices or flavored syrups.

Before long, you’ll find that making coffee becomes less of a task and more of a ritual. And that’s when you truly become a coffee lover.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the easiest method to make coffee for beginners?

A: French press and cold brew are both great for beginners. They require minimal equipment and are very forgiving with measurements.

Q2. How is cold brew coffee different from iced coffee?

A: Cold brew is made by steeping coffee in cold water for 12–24 hours, resulting in a smoother, less acidic drink. Iced coffee is brewed hot and then cooled.

Q3. Do I need a scale to make good coffee at home?

A: It helps for consistency, but you can start with basic tablespoons and adjust as you go.

Q4. How long can I store cold brew coffee?

A: You can keep it in the fridge for up to 7 days. Use an airtight container and avoid adding milk until you're ready to drink.

Q5. What grind size should I use for cold brew coffee?

A: Always use coarse ground coffee for cold brew. Finer grinds can over-extract and make your brew bitter.

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Agent Ps

[theinfinityweb]

10 Different Methods of Making Black Coffee

Black coffee can be prepared using various methods, each offering a slightly different flavour profile and brewing experience.

Check it out: https://theinfinityweb.com/methods-of-making-black-coffee/

[hinge]

Hinge presents an anthology of love stories almost never told. Read more on https://no-ordinary-love.co

[lotusfiore]

twelveclara barista au

[kilometresrufflefuck]

hear me out the other day i woke up and was immediately hit in the face with "7 year gap narumitsu in europe where phoenix kisses edgeworth in a low moment and then tries to flee and edgeworth uses mind chess on him to get the truth out of him which is a completely normal and ordinary average way to discuss your relationship"

[technically-human]

You know I had to

[cuppanord]

How to make Cafe-Style Cappuccino at Home

[hinge]

Hinge presents an anthology of love stories almost never told. Read more on https://no-ordinary-love.co

[poorly-drawn-mdzs]

Who is this sassy lost child?

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[vaguely-concerned]

the strength it must have taken for illario to not immediately go full 'lmao since when have you even had a kiss hello lucanis' sibling violence mode during the café talk. inspirational. rook and lucanis really were doing all that right in front of his salad huh

[morganbritton132]

AU where Dustin fucks up.

He fucks up real bad but it’s not his fault, okay?

Everything just kinda spiraled. Got flipped turned upside down. And I’d like to-

“Do not quote the Fresh Prince to me, Dustin!”

Okay, so. It’s like this.

Dustin burnt out of college. Burnt through his roommates’ patience. Moved back home. Got really into TikTok. Got really into worrying because Steve got sick, got sicker, lost his hair, grew it back, let Dustin crash on his couch while all this was happening, and -

Well, it started as a joke.

“A little levity in the dark times,” Dustin explains. “Steve was like, really sick.”

And Robin was a mess so someone had to update the rest of the party on what was happening… the decision to film those updates like an early YouTuber day-in-life video from Steve’s perspective was, well… “Creative liberties.”

The decision to post those updates on the internet was not his best decision but, hey! Ad revenue is a thing and well, “Steve’s kinda internet famous…but he had an anonymous donor pay off his medical debt so…”

“It’s fine,” Dustin assures. “He’s not on social media and it’s not like he leaves his apartment much anymore.”

“That’s not all you did.”

“Okay, yeah. Fine, I accidentally-“

“You set him up with a streamer that’s stalking him!”

“I didn’t set them up!” Dustin defends. “I invited Eddie over to talk logistics about the D&D podcast we’re planning and Steve got off work early, and..”

Robin gives him a big unblinking look like he’s insane, “I’ve seen this guy’s streams. He’s obsessed with Steve. You set him up with a stalker that is probably going to live stream his kidnapping.”

“He’s not obsessed with Steve. He likes my filming style and,” Dustin paused. “You said you wanted Steve to get out of the house more. For him to start actually living his life again, right!”

She gives him that bug-eyed look again and Dustin leans back on his chair like, “…well, it’s too weird to say anything about it now.”

[3twindragons]

It’s been a long dry spell for WinterHawk!

[methoughtsphantom]

Jason “my family doesn’t know im alive” Todd and Danny “my family doesn’t know I’m dead” Fenton going alongside each of their plans my beloved. like Danny will absolutely go head-to-head with all of Gotham to support his new best friend on all his crime lord endeavors while he drags Jason to also attend collage with him. They are roommates and there never seems to a mention of family from either side. It’s an unspoken understanding they have. They met because Crime alley as a ghost lair thrummed with so much loneliness, it was at first the perfect place for Danny to hide his ecto signature in. But then he saw the dumbass whose lair it was lean his motorcycle just a tad too much when making a sharp turn to an alley, he sweeped the floor through a lifted chain link that passed his body but not his helmet. Yep that’s right the red thing got stuck. Danny who at the moment happened to be watching through his window snorted. Much to his horror because if not a ghost that dude could’ve gotten his head flung off.

Still, the scene was ridiculous.

On a whim he irrationally sees the police closing in on the guy and panicked at the thought of the guy using intangibility to free himself so Danny phased them both through his apartment wall and left the guy sprawled in his couch. Jason didn’t freak out but that’s normal when one’s got a concussion, one the guy immediately denied having as Danny laid out the medical supplies. The idiot proceeded to almost flatten four steps to the door with his stubbornness. He also said “I’m asexual” in the most deadpan voice as Danny dropped him back in the couch.

Danny sighed. Clearly though, he’d done so too early in the night because the guy kept trying to go, kept trying to knock Danny out, kept trying to slash him with knifes Danny didn’t know he had stashed. He’d only disarmed the guy from his guns. The visible ones apparently, cause at one point the guy did take out a gun and shoot until the ammo ran out and then teetered the thing like it was an art prop and hit his moon lamp.

Danny "yeah you aren’t officially my friend until you’ve tried to kill me" fenton my guys.

Anyways both keep having the same argument over if Danny technically kidnapped Jason or not. Danny holds the fact that the police at least didn’t see the guy make the ridicule. Jason argued that happened cause he was sporting a concussion. Danny argued he got that after.

Jason at first thinks the guy's a meta, but no. Danny introduces himself, sheepily now that he recognizes this is who the lair he invaded is from. He bandages him and tries to cook for him. If Danny didn’t have ice powers he most certainly would’ve burned the apartment. Jason then proceeds to kick him out of his own kitchen and make them both enchiladas. It’s the most normal both had in a while with another person and the air seems oddly settled. From then on, Jason constantly invited himself over, under the pretense that this was his territory and therefore he could drop in unannounced. Danny who has actual powers says he only allows this because Jason cooks very well.

Danny stays away from the crime fighting business unless his buddy is in deep shit he can’t get himself out. Also it’s Danny’s turn to cover for his vigilante friend which Sam and Tucker give him so much shit for. (but also advice)

And they were roommates. (omg) Danny effectively derails Jason’s big comeback plans by casually dropping ghost lore every two days. Like,

Jason, talking about how he doesn’t want Bats snooping on his territory:

Danny: Just don’t let them in

Jason: ??

Danny: yeah!! Hasn’t Batman died and got revived??? You can totally kick out death touched people you don’t want entering on your lair.

Jason: …I can?

Danny: Yep dude, your lair’s supposed to feel safe.

Jason: wait does that mean I can kick you out?

Danny: First this is my apartment. Second, im dead, not dead touched. Third, it’s too late to get rid of me. bitch.

Anyways Jason is super excited. You mean to tell him he can actually deny people over to his territory haunt?? (Yes it’s only to people who have died and came back but still!! The sample size is exactly the type of people he doesn’t want to see—!)

Joker my beloathed can’t step foot in Crime Alley.

(Jason’d feel a lot safer if the clown was dead but the possibility of his murderer turning into a ghost and their little loophole not applying on the clown is too scary to contemplate.)

Anyways, Jason loves experimenting with the power. It can go from simply making people shudder and not want to enter crime Alley to straight up not letting them enter like there’s an invisible wall blocking the way.

Jason because he’s hurt that Bruce never even patrols Crime Alley and also because he’s petty put B under the category of “invisible wall” blacklist. His reasoning is that the man doesn’t even attempt to enter Crime Alley. To him it’s surely just a place shadowed in tragedy. (anyways that’s it’s the place he met Jason)

Ironically, Jason totally forgets that Batman does venture into Crime Alley one day in the whole year. The day he met Jason.

Okay. He didn’t forget at first. The first year Jason remembers cause it was only a few months till then but then the next— Jason forgets that today’s the anniversary of the day’s Bruce’s parents died. He forgets to allow B in when he feels a slight tug and dismiss the feeling that prompts Bruce to investigate because he literally can’t enter Crime Alley. He starts the trialsTM, he scouts on the very edge and sees people the whole day enter and get out and cross with no problem but Bruce can’t.

It’s literally just Bruce.

Time to call Constantine, i guess.

[heyimkana]

kana are u just making a multiverse of jinwoo's at this point?? how many do you have???? - 💸

Literally what I listed in the last ask you sent me LMFAOOO maybe around 20???

There’s also Homewrecker!Jinwoo actually, though not in the way you think 😏

It’s about reader who’s married and has a four year old daughter, but both of them are being abused by her husband.

One night, when her daughter got sick, she took her to the hospital to make sure she was okay. Coincidentally, that was the same night Jinwoo visited the hospital to give the Elixir of Life to Jinho’s dad.

Jinwoo, reader, and her little girl stepped into the elevator together. But then, the lights flickered and suddenly everything went dark. They were trapped inside the elevator.

The little girl started crying, scared of the dark. Let's say her father (reader’s husband) used to lock her in the bathroom whenever she misbehaved. She kept sobbing, “Mama, please! I’m scared! I was good, Mama, I didn’t do anything wrong!” Reader tried to calm her down (she was close to crying herself from watching her little girl broke down like that), but her daughter wouldn’t listen. She was too scared.

Then, Jinwoo suddenly did something with his magic (maybe he created a little orb of light with his mana) and crouched down to show it to her. He smiled, so gently, and asked, “Hey, you wanna hear a funny story?”

The girl sniffled and nodded.

“I have a friend who used to be a giant ant. Really scary. Sharp claws. Big wings. Thought he was the king of the world.”

The little girl looked at him, eyes still watery, but now curious. "Giant ant..?"

“Mm-hmm. But now he wears a tiny cape and thinks he’s a stage actor.”

Then Beru appeared—floating in the air, small enough to fit in Jinwoo’s palm—and dramatically declared: “Verily, ’tis I! Destined from the womb to smite all foes, conquer dungeons, and rule o’er all creation! And yet—oh, cruel twist!—I now spend mine hours painting yon royal sister’s fingernails! What devilry is this? From dark lord to dainty manicurist—fie, what a fall!”

The little girl giggled. “He talks funny.”

Jinwoo rolled his eyes. “He thinks he’s in a drama. But honestly, I think he just likes attention.”

The girl stepped closer, wide-eyed. “Is he your friend?”

“One of the best ones I’ve got.” He held out his fist. “Wanna bump?”

She did, bumping her small knuckles against his and Jinwoo smiled, gently patting her head. “And now you’re one of my best friends too.”

The girl smiled—like genuinely smiled—and reader wanted to cry because it had been months since she’d seen her little girl smile like that.