Brew Guide

New to coffee or tea? You're in the right place. Brewing a great cup is easy, and you don't need fancy gear. Here's everything you need to get started.

Quick Start: The Golden Ratio

  • 2 tablespoons of ground coffee for every 6 oz of water.
  • For a 12 oz mug, use 4 tablespoons.
  • Like it stronger? Add a little more coffee. Lighter? Use a little less.
  • Use fresh, filtered water if you can. It makes a big difference.

Whole Bean vs. Ground

  • Ground coffee is ready to brew. Just scoop and go.
  • Whole bean coffee stays fresh longer. Grind it right before you brew.
  • Grind tip:
  • Coarse (like sea salt): French press and cold brew
  • Medium (like sand): drip machines
  • Medium-fine (like table salt): pour-over

Drip Coffee Maker

  1. Put a paper filter in the basket.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of medium-ground coffee per 6 oz of water.
  3. Fill the reservoir with fresh water and press start.
  4. Enjoy within 30 minutes for the best flavor. Don't let it sit on the hot plate too long.

French Press

  1. Add 4 tablespoons of coarse-ground coffee for 12 oz of water.
  2. Pour in hot water, just off the boil (about 200°F).
  3. Stir gently and put the lid on with the plunger pulled up.
  4. Wait 4 minutes.
  5. Press the plunger down slowly and pour right away.

Pour-Over

  1. Place a filter in your dripper and rinse it with hot water. Pour out the rinse water.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of medium-fine coffee per 6 oz of water.
  3. Pour a little hot water (about 200°F) over the grounds just to wet them. Wait 30 seconds.
  4. Slowly pour the rest of the water in small circles.
  5. It should finish dripping in about 3 minutes.

Iced Coffee

  • Brew your coffee double strength (4 tablespoons per 6 oz of water).
  • Pour it over a full glass of ice. The ice melts and balances it out.
  • Add your favorite milk, cream, or store-bought syrup.

Cold Brew

  1. Mix 1 cup of coarse-ground coffee with 4 cups of cold water in a jar or pitcher.
  2. Stir, cover, and leave it in the fridge for 12 to 18 hours.
  3. Strain through a fine strainer or paper filter.
  4. Mix 1 part cold brew with 1 part water or milk and serve over ice.
  5. Keeps in the fridge for up to a week.

Coffee Pods

  • Our coffee pods work in most single-serve pod brewers.
  • Use the 6 or 8 oz setting for a bolder cup. Bigger cup sizes make it weaker.
  • Run a water-only cycle first if your brewer hasn't been used in a while.

Tea Time

Our loose-leaf teas are easy to brew. Use a tea infuser, a tea bag you fill yourself, or a small strainer.

Herbal and fruit teas (Hibiscus Berry, Peach Paradise, Butterfly Blue, Turmeric Ginger, Mango Treat)
• Amount: 1 to 2 teaspoons per 8 oz of water
• Water: boiling (212°F)
• Steep: 5 to 7 minutes. These won't turn bitter, so steep longer for more flavor.
• Iced tea: use twice the tea, steep, then pour over ice.
• Fun fact: Butterfly Blue turns purple when you add a squeeze of lemon!

Moroccan Mint
• Amount: 1 to 2 teaspoons per 8 oz of water
• Water: boiling (212°F)
• Steep: 5 to 7 minutes. Mint won't turn bitter, so steep longer for more flavor.

Matcha (whisk method) 1. Sift 1 teaspoon of matcha into a bowl or mug. 2. Add 2 oz of hot water (about 175°F, not boiling). 3. Whisk quickly in a zigzag "W" motion for about 20 seconds until it's frothy. 4. Drink it as is, or top with 6 oz of warm or cold milk for a matcha latte.

Keep It Fresh

  • Store coffee and tea in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
  • Keep them away from heat, light, and moisture.
  • Don't keep coffee in the fridge. It can pick up moisture and smells.
  • Enjoy coffee within 2 to 4 weeks of opening for the best flavor.
  • Reseal your bag tightly after every use.

Questions? Reach out anytime. We're happy to help you find your perfect cup.

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