Coffee Roasting Practices for Maximum Flavor

Quick Guide: Brewing Better Coffee in a Pot (Without Overthinking It)

You’re busy, so let's get this done. If you’re brewing coffee in a standard drip pot, you can still get great flavor. Most people just rush it or cut corners. Don’t be that person. Here’s how to level up:

1. Use Fresh, Quality Beans

Old beans = stale coffee. Grind them right before brewing. If you’re using pre-ground, make sure it’s freshly roasted and from a good source. (Like RoundTable Roast)

2. Water Matters

Filtered water is a game-changer. Tap water with chlorine or minerals messes up the flavor. Coffee is 98% water, so don’t ignore it.

3. Use the Right Ratio

Standard is about 1 to 2 tablespoons of coffee per 6 ounces of water. Dial it into your taste, but don’t guess. Measure once, then adjust. It you're doing a whole pot preference usually discerns between 3/4 and 1-1/4 cup of grounds. Find your preference.

4. Let the Machine Warm Up

Don’t just flip it on and expect magic. Let the water fully heat before brewing starts. If your pot lets you preheat or bloom the grounds, do it.

5. Clean the Machine

If your coffee tastes off, it might not be the beans. Oils and buildup in your pot wreck flavor. Clean it regularly. It’s fast and it matters.

6. Serve Immediately

Don’t let it sit on the burner for hours. It gets bitter. Brew, pour, enjoy. That’s the move.

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And we're done. Brew strong, brew smart. Fuel Your Fight.