№ 518 April Brewer 3:00 1:15 April

Dark Roast

Adjusted recipe for darker roasts. Lower temperature and coarser grind prevent bitterness while preserving body.

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Parameters

Coffee
18 g
Water
270 g
Ratio
1:15
Temp
88 °C
Grind
6 medium coarse
Total
3:00
Servings
1
Grind · 6/10 · medium
FINE COARSE

Method

3:00 total
  1. 0:00
    Bloom

    Bloom with 50g. Gentle swirl.

    +50g 10s slow
  2. 0:45
    Pour

    Pour to 130g.

    +130g 12s slow
  3. 1:20
    Pour

    Pour to 200g.

    +200g 10s slow
  4. 1:50
    Pour

    Pour to 270g.

    +270g 10s slow
  5. 3:00
    Done

    Brew complete. Rich body with minimal bitterness.

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Notes

Lower temperature tames the roast character. The April Brewer's consistent flat bed still delivers even extraction at this coarser setting. Best with medium-dark to dark roasts. Increase grind size if bitter.

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