Welcome back, it's been a fun launch so far here at Well to Do, and the team is excited to start sharing some blog content. To start we'll take a brief dip into the basics of brewing methods. 

You've probably heard all about these methods. And are wondering, well what works best for what I want? Well the truth is, we can't tell you exactly. You need to get out there and try a few. Take notes, what went well, what didn't, why, and what would you change. Every little detail matters when you are trying to dial in, so be patient, and have fun.

When it comes to brewing the perfect cup of coffee, there are various methods to choose from. Each method offers a unique way to extract the flavors and aromas from the coffee beans, resulting in a diverse range of tastes and textures. 

Let's start with the most basic and common methods.

We'll give you some pro's, cons, and who each is best for. From there, in the future we'll dig in deeper and help you get the most out of your preferred method.

Drip Coffee

(+) Convenient, most common, easy to use, relatively quick, large quantities

(-) Flavor and reliability very drastically with machine and water quality

This is the go to for an easy cup of coffee, large families, offices, etc.

AeroPress

(+) Portable, Quick Brewing Time, Easy to Use, Clean cupping

(-) Not Ideal for groups, requires independent water heating and bean grinding, can be messy

If you enjoy being on the go but having that coffee, this is for you, plus it makes a clean cup.

Espresso

(+) Quick extraction, strong and intense flavor, crema, most tunable to your flavor profile. 

(-) Can be expensive to own and maintain, require high quality water, take up a decent amount of space.

You prefer a straight shot of espresso from the cafe, have the time and money to maintain a machine, and are passionate.

French Press

(+) Easy to brew, can be prepared quickly, makes multiple cups with bold flavors.

(-) Easy to turn bitter, lots of sediment, messiest clean up of all methods

You like your coffee bold and aren’t afraid of some grits.

Cold Brew

(+) Very Low Acidity, bold but sweeter taste, can be made in large batches

(-) Not very aromatic, and takes overnight to brew.

If you like coffee cold, and can plan ahead, this is a convenient method for you.

Pour-Over

(+) Very clean profile and custom control over the brew process.

(-) Requires some kettle equipment, slow and you need patience and focus. 

Best if you have time and enjoy the subtle control over your brew. It’s kind of a passion project kind of brewing.

All In All: The brewing method that meets your tastes is what works best for you, also keep in mind what you want your morning ritual to look like, how much time do you have to both prepare and enjoy your coffee. For us here, we personally enjoy an espresso in the morning. It can easily be done and enjoyed quick, or turned into a latte or americano and savored for those mornings where there's time to enjoy the little things.

Stay tuned for another blog post - we're looking to dive into some grind size, storage techniques, flavor notes, or other topics. Subscribe to keep up to date, or come back later to read more.

Cheers!

Well To Do Coffee