How to Brew Better Coffee at Home: 5 Simple Tips for a Great Cup
There’s No Place Like Home for Great Coffee
You don’t need a fancy espresso machine or barista certification to make amazing coffee. With just a few small changes, you can level up your home coffee game and turn your daily brew into something special.
Here are 5 simple ways to brew better coffee at home — no stress, just better sips.
1. Start with Specialty Coffee Beans
The better your beans, the better your cup. Period.
Use fresh, specialty-grade coffee, like our Mo Flow Coffee Co. roasts, to bring out complex flavors and aromas.
Why it matters: Supermarket coffee is often stale and mass-produced. Specialty beans are fresher, ethically sourced, and roasted to highlight natural flavors.
Try Just For Today — our comforting medium roast with notes of chocolate, maple, and citrus.
2. Use the Right Grind Size for Your Brew Method
Different brewing methods need different grind sizes.
Here’s a quick guide:
| Brewing Method | Grind Size |
|---|---|
| French Press | Coarse |
| Pour-Over | Medium |
| Espresso | Fine |
| Aeropress | Medium-fine |
| Drip Coffee Maker | Medium |
Pro tip: Use a burr grinder, not a blade grinder, for more consistent results.
3. Weigh Your Coffee and Water
Don’t guess — measure.
A good starting ratio is 1 gram of coffee for every 15–17 grams of water. That’s about 1:16 — but you can tweak it based on your taste.
Why it matters: Measuring gives you control and repeatability. Once you find your perfect ratio, you can recreate your ideal cup every time.
4. Use Filtered Water (It’s 98% of Your Coffee!)
If your water doesn’t taste good on its own, it won’t make good coffee.
Use filtered water that’s free from chlorine, heavy minerals, or funky tap flavors.
Ideal brewing temp: 195°F to 205°F (just off the boil)
5. Slow Down and Enjoy the Process
Brewing coffee can be meditative. It’s a few moments of peace in your day. Take your time, pay attention to the aromas, and really enjoy the ritual.
That’s what Mo Flow is all about — slowing down, being present, and sipping with intention.
Final Sip: Small Tweaks, Big Difference
You don’t need a café to get café-quality coffee. With the right beans, proper technique, and a little mindfulness, you’ll start loving your home brews more than ever.
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