FAQ About Coffee

The optimal grind size for coffee can vary depending on the brewing method used. Different brewing methods require different levels of extraction to achieve the desired flavor profile. Here's a general guide to grind sizes for common brewing methods:

Coarse Grind:

• Brewing Methods: French press, cold brew.
• Characteristics: A coarse grind with larger particles.
• Description: This grind size allows for a longer extraction time and helps prevent over-extraction. It is suitable for methods that involve longer contact time between water and coffee, resulting in a full-bodied brew with lower acidity.

Medium-Coarse Grind:

• Brewing Methods: Pour-over (e.g., Chemex, Clever Dripper), drip brewing (automatic coffee makers with flat-bottom filters).
• Characteristics: A medium-coarse grind with particles slightly smaller than coarse grind.
• Description: This grind size provides a balanced extraction, allowing for a good combination of flavor, clarity, and body. It is suitable for methods with moderate contact time between water and coffee.

Medium Grind:

• Brewing Methods: Pour-over (e.g., Hario V60, Kalita Wave), Aeropress, Siphon, cone-shaped manual drip brewers.
• Characteristics: A medium grind with particles smaller than medium-coarse and larger than fine.
• Description: This grind size is versatile and works well for a range of brewing methods. It provides a balance between flavor extraction and clarity, resulting in a well-rounded cup with good acidity and body.

Medium-Fine Grind:

• Brewing Methods: Espresso (non-pressurized), Moka pot.
• Characteristics: A medium-fine grind with particles smaller than medium but larger than fine.
• Description: This grind size is finer and allows for a relatively faster extraction. It is suitable for methods that involve higher pressure or shorter contact time. It helps produce a concentrated and flavorful brew, typical of espresso-style extraction.

Fine Grind:

• Brewing Methods: Espresso (pressurized), Aeropress (inverted method), Turkish coffee.
• Characteristics: A fine grind with small particles.
• Description: This grind size is finely ground, facilitating rapid extraction. It is ideal for methods that require high pressure and short contact time. Fine grind results in a strong, intense flavor with a rich body and a thicker texture.