№ 490 AeroPress 2:00 1:8 ACE Coffee

Bypass

Competition-style bypass method. Brew a concentrated 120g with coarse grind, then dilute with 120g of hot water. Produces an exceptionally clean, tea-like cup with high clarity.

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Parameters

Coffee
30 g
Water
240 g
Ratio
1:8
Temp
93 °C
Grind
8 coarse
Total
2:00
Servings
1
Grind · 8/10 · coarse
FINE COARSE

Method

2:00 total
  1. 0:00
    Pour

    Pour 120g of water over the grounds. Stir gently.

    +120g 10s slow
  2. 0:30
    Stir

    Stir 3-4 times to ensure even saturation.

    5s
  3. 1:15
    Press

    Press slowly and steadily for ~30 seconds.

    30s
  4. 1:45
    Pour

    Add 120g of hot bypass water to the concentrate.

    +240g 5s slow
  5. 2:00
    Done

    Stir gently and serve.

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Notes

The bypass method brews a strong concentrate (1:4 ratio) which is then diluted. The coarse grind prevents over-extraction during the concentrated brew phase. The bypass water can be adjusted to taste — more water for lighter body, less for more intensity. Popular in WAC competitions.

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