How to brew coffee beans without a coffee machine

How to brew coffee beans without a coffee machine

Coffee is a must-have drink for many people every morning, but what should you do if you don't have a coffee machine? Don't worry! This article will teach you how to make delicious coffee without a coffee machine.

Prepare tools and materials

First, we need to prepare some basic tools and materials. Here is what you need:

• 1. Good quality fresh coffee beans: Choose coffee beans that are fresh and roasted to a moderate degree.
• 2. Grinder: Used to grind whole coffee beans into powder.
• 3. Filter paper or metal filter: used to filter out solid particles in powder.
• 4. Kettle or pot: used to heat water.
• 5. Thermometer (optional): Helps you control the water temperature.
• <6>. Spoon or stirring stick: used to stir coffee.
• 7. Cup or pot: used to hold coffee.

Grinding coffee beans

First, place your fresh coffee beans in a grinder. Grind them to the appropriate coarseness based on the strength and taste you want. Generally speaking, coarser powders are suitable for methods with longer brewing times (such as French press pots), while finer powders are suitable for methods with shorter brewing times (such as hand drip).

Choose a Brewing Method

If you don't have a coffee machine, there are several common and easy ways to brew coffee by hand:

• 1. French press: Pour the freshly ground coffee beans into the French press, add an appropriate amount of boiling water and stir gently. After waiting for about 4 minutes, press the filter to separate it from the liquid and pour the upper layer of liquid into the cup.
• 2. Hand drip: Place the filter paper in the dripper, pour the ground coffee beans onto the filter paper, and gently moisten the coffee beans with water. Then, slowly pour in an appropriate amount of boiling water, allowing the water to slowly flow through the filter paper. Wait for about 3-4 minutes before enjoying.
• 3. Italian Moka Pot: Add the right amount of boiling water to the lower pot and put ground coffee beans in the filter basket. Tighten the upper pot and place it on the fire to heat. When the pressure starts to push the liquid through the filter basket, reduce the heat and wait for all the liquid to pass through.

Control brewing time and temperature

No matter which brewing method you choose, it's important to control brewing time and temperature without a coffee maker.

• 1. Brewing time: Control the brewing time according to your preferred taste and strength. Generally speaking, a longer brewing time will produce a stronger and more bitter coffee; while a shorter brewing time will produce a lighter taste.
• 2. Water temperature: Water temperature is also an important factor affecting the taste of coffee. Generally speaking, the water temperature should be between 90°C-96°C. If you don't have a thermometer, you can boil the water and wait a while before using it.

Pour into a glass and enjoy

When you have finished the brewing process, pour the coffee into a cup or pot and enjoy it as soon as possible. Remember to stir it to evenly distribute the sediment in the coffee.

Summarize

Although not having a coffee machine may make the brewing process a little troublesome, as long as you master the correct methods and techniques, you can still easily make delicious coffee at home. I hope this article helps you!