Looking for the secret behind an exceptional cup of filter coffee? The V60 is one of the most popular brewing methods, loved for its ability to highlight the clarity and complex flavours of specialty coffee. This recipe is specifically designed for the XPL-01 Mexico San Pedro Natural Specialty Coffee — a naturally processed coffee known for its vibrant fruit character and distinctive flavour profile.
Recipe
What you need:
- Dosage: 15g of XPL-01 Mexico San Pedro Natural Specialty Coffee
- Grind size: Medium-fine
- Water250 ml (filtered or low-mineral water such as Spa)
- Water temperature 92°C
- Total brew time: 2 minutes 10 seconds
Step 1: Preperation
Place the filter in the V60 and rinse thoroughly with hot water to remove any paper taste and preheat the server. Discard the rinse water. Add 15 g of medium-fine ground coffee and gently shake to level the coffee bed.
Step 2: Bloom
0:00 – Pour 45 ml of water over the grounds, making sure all the coffee is evenly saturated.
0:00 – 0:45 – Allow the coffee to bloom for 45 seconds. This step is essential to release trapped CO₂ and prepare the grounds for even extraction.
Step 3: First Pour
0:45 – Begin the next pour. Slowly add water in gentle circular motions until you reach a total volume of 150 ml.
Step 4: Second Pour
1:15 – Start the final pour. Continue pouring in circular motions until the total volume reaches 250 ml. Avoid pouring directly onto the filter walls.
Step 5: Finish
Allow all the water to fully drain through the coffee.The ideal total brew time is around 2:10. Remove the V60 and serve immediately.
Tasting Notes & Tips
With this method, the Mexico San Pedro Natural delivers a clean, sweet cup with bright fruit notes. Feel free to fine-tune the grind size:
- If the brew time is too long (over 2:30), grind slightly coarser.
- If the brew time is too short (under 1:50), grind slightly finer.
Enjoy your perfectly brewed cup of specialty coffee ☕