How to Brew Colombian Supremo 5LB for a Perfect Cup

Quick Answer

For a balanced, flavorful cup of Colombian Supremo 5LB, use a medium grind, water at 200°F, and a 4-minute brew time.

Step-by-Step Brewing Guide

1. Step 1: Grind the Beans: Grind 2 tablespoons of Colombian Supremo per 6 ounces of water. Use a medium grind setting (like sea salt). Too fine a grind can cause bitterness; too coarse leads to weak coffee.
2. Step 2: Heat the Water: Heat filtered water to 200°F (just off the boil). Let boiled water sit for 30 seconds if you don't have a thermometer. Water that's too hot will over-extract and taste bitter; too cool will under-extract and taste sour.
3. Step 3: Wet the Filter and Add Grounds: Rinse the paper filter with hot water to remove paper taste, then add the grounds. Gently tap to level. Skipping the rinse can leave a papery flavor in your cup.
4. Step 4: Bloom the Coffee: Pour just enough water to saturate the grounds (about twice the coffee weight). Wait 30 seconds for gases to release. Skipping the bloom can cause uneven extraction and a flat taste.
5. Step 5: Pour the Remaining Water: Pour the rest of the water in slow, circular motions, keeping the water level even. Aim for a total brew time of 4 minutes. Pouring too fast or unevenly can channel water through the grounds, causing sour spots.
6. Step 6: Serve Immediately: Once the dripping stops, remove the carafe from the hot plate and pour your coffee. Coffee left on the burner becomes bitter. Transfer to a thermal carafe if you need to keep it warm.

Product Details

• Colombian Supremo 5LB: The blue-green color of the coffee beans and 18 screen create a beautiful visual, while the flavor profile offers a higher acidity with a clean finish. The larger bean size and higher acidity mean you need a consistent grind to avoid under-extraction and sourness.