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Brewing Methods Guide: How to Make Specialty Coffee at Home

You’ve taken the first step: you have a bag of Blue Faro specialty coffee in your hands, freshly roasted in Valencia. It smells incredible, the beans look perfect, but now the big question arises: How do I brew it to get the most out of it?

The magic of specialty coffee is that, depending on the method you choose, you can highlight different flavor notes. The same bean can taste sweet and full-bodied in a French Press, or bright and floral in a V60.

In this guide, we’ll show you the most popular manual brewing methods so you can become a true home barista.

1. Pour-Over Methods: V60 and Chemex

If you are looking for a clean, elegant cup where you can appreciate all the fruity notes of our single-origin coffees, these are your go-to methods.

• V60: Known for its conical shape and spiral ridges. It produces a coffee with bright acidity and a light body. It is ideal for coffees with citrus or floral notes.

• Chemex: Thanks to its thicker paper filters, it removes almost all coffee oils, offering the cleanest and most crystalline cup possible.

Blue Faro Tip: For these methods, always use high-quality filters and mineral water at about 92-94°C.

2. Total Immersion: The French Press

This is the classic method and arguably the simplest. Here, the coffee grounds are completely submerged in water. The result is a drink with a heavy body, silky texture, and a much more persistent mouthfeel.

It’s the perfect choice if you prefer coffees with notes of chocolate, nuts, or caramel. Plus, it’s a very robust method that forgives minor precision errors.

3. The All-Rounder: Aeropress

The Aeropress is a favorite for travelers and those who love to experiment. It combines immersion with manual pressure. It’s fast, durable, and allows you to create everything from a concentrated espresso-like coffee to a clean filter cup.

The Importance of Accessories

No matter which method you choose, there are two golden rules you cannot skip if you want coffee-shop quality:

1. Grind on demand: Coffee begins to lose its aroma 15 minutes after being ground. In our coffee accessoriessection, you will find tools to improve your precision.

2. Use the right grind size: Coarse for French Press, medium for Chemex, and medium-fine for V60.

Never Run Out of Coffee

If you enjoy trying different origins every month to practice these methods, our Monthly Coffee Subscription is for you. You will receive special selections with SCA scores between 84 and 88 points, roasted with precision in our roastery in Massanassa.

What is your favorite method? If you have doubts about which one best suits the coffee you just bought, visit us or drop us a message. We are here to help you enjoy the perfect cup!

This article was created for Blue Faro. Explore our selection of premium teas if you are looking for an equally curated alternative for your afternoons.