Hot and Cold Brewing with the AeroPress®
Brewing Steps
- Push plunger out of chamber.
- Put filter in filter cap.
- Twist filter cap onto chamber.
- Stand chamber on sturdy mug and put one rounded scoop of fine drip grind coffee in chamber.
- Shake to level coffee.
- Add water up to the '1' mark on the chamber: 175°F (80°C) water for hot brewing or room temperature water for cold brew.
- Stir about 10 seconds for hot brewing or 1 minute for cold brew.
- Insert plunger and press gently, pausing when you feel resistance, until plunger reaches grounds.
- Remove filter cap, push plunger to eject used coffee and rinse seal.
Serving Suggestions
- Espresso style: Drink as is.
- American coffee: Add water to make an 8 oz. (237 ml) coffee.
- Latte: Add milk to make an 8 oz. (237 ml) latte.
- Cold brew: Add room temperature or ice water to make an 8 oz. (237 ml) cold brew.
Brewing Tips
- Cleaning: Eject used coffee grounds immediately and store AeroPress with seal pushed through to maintain seal life.
- Water Drip Through: Minor drip is normal. If excessive, shake grounds or use finer grind.
- Hard to Press: Press gently, pause at resistance. If too slow, use coarser grind.
- Water Temperature: 175°F (80°C) preferred for hot brewing. Room temperature water with a 1-minute stir also works.
Safety Notices
⚠️ Be careful, hot liquids can cause serious burns.
- Hold mug and chamber securely while pressing. Ask others to stand back.
- Never press with a loose seal; hot water can spray. Replace worn seals via aeropress.com.
- Never press into fragile/narrow cups; use a sturdy mug.
- Never press hard to avoid breakage and spills.
- The inverted brewing method is not recommended due to instability and tipping risk.
Warranty
Warranted against defects for one year from purchase from an authorized retailer. Keep receipt.
Grind Variations & Entertaining
- Grind Variations: Fine drip or espresso grind. Espresso grind yields a richer brew but takes longer to press.
- Entertaining: Press multiple shots for guests, then quickly prepare Americanos, lattes, cappuccinos.
Washing Instructions
Wipe chamber clean after each pressing. Brush/wipe seal under running water. Use vinegar for sticky chambers. Remove seal from plunger for thorough cleaning with warm water and dish soap. Top-shelf dishwasher safe, but not necessary.
How to Brew Up to 3 Servings
Brew espresso-strength concentrate: Use one rounded scoop of fine drip coffee per serving.
- Espresso, Latte, or American Coffee: For up to 3 servings, fill with 175°F (80°C) water to the chamber number matching scoops. Stir for 10 seconds.
- Espresso: Drink straight.
- Latte: Add milk to reach 8 oz. (237 ml) per scoop. Enjoy cold or heat.
- American coffee: Add hot water to reach 8 oz. (237 ml) per scoop.
- Cold Brew: For up to 3 servings, fill with room temperature water to the chamber number matching scoops. Stir for 1 minute.
- Cold brew: Add room temp/ice water to reach 8 oz. (237 ml) per scoop.
Add concentrate to other drinks as desired. Press gently.
The Parts
- Plunger
- Chamber
- Filter Cap
- Paper Filter
- Scoop
- Stirrer
- Funnel
