How to brew your coffee
Nine methods, with the recipe for each one and the coffee that suits it. From the espresso machine to the chorreador and the vandola.
Espresso machine
An espresso machine makes a concentrated drink by forcing hot water under pressure through finely ground coffee. The result is an intense, aromatic cup with good body and crema.
Moka pot
Also known as the Italian coffee maker. It uses steam pressure to push water through the ground coffee. It makes an intense, concentrated drink with plenty of body.
Chemex
A manual filter method that uses a thick paper filter. It gives a very clean, smooth, aromatic and bright cup, ideal for picking up the delicate notes in a coffee.
French press
An immersion method where the coffee sits in direct contact with the water. It keeps more of the natural oils and gives a cup with body, texture and pronounced flavour.
Percolator
A practical method for larger amounts of coffee. Hot water circulates through the grounds and gives an intense drink with good body. It suits offices, hotels, restaurants, shops and events.
| Grind | Coarse |
|---|---|
| Coffee | 55 to 60 g per litre of water |
| Water | Whatever the machine holds |
| Temperature | Avoid a long boil |
| Time | Depends on the machine and the volume |
Coffees we recommend
- Económico · not in the online shop yet
A tip
The economy line is a good choice for everyday drinking and larger batches.
Costa Rican chorreador
One of the most traditional methods in Costa Rica. Hot water is poured slowly over coffee held in a cloth sock, and the drink falls straight into the cup or jug. It gives an aromatic, balanced cup.
AeroPress
It combines immersion with hand pressure. A quick, versatile method that usually gives a clean, sweet, concentrated cup.
V60
A cone shaped manual filter with internal ridges. It lets you control the pour and the extraction closely, bringing out aroma, sweetness, acidity and delicate notes.
Vandola
A Costa Rican brewing method, traditionally made in ceramic. It works by filtration and brings together brewing, craft and Costa Rican coffee identity.
Every recipe is a starting point. Your water, your grinder and your taste have the last word.