SHINE SOME KNOWLEDGE PRESENTS
BREW BASICS
Every coffee at Yellow Sun is roasted to highlight clarity, sweetness, and a clean finish.
We keep the roast consistent and use brewing to shape the final cup.
Use these as starting points — adjust to taste.
START WITH
V60 (Pour Over)
Measurements
15g coffee (medium grind)
250g water (200–205°F)
Brew
Bloom with 60g
0:45 → pour to 150g
1:30 → finish to 250g
Total time: 2:30–3:00
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Espresso
Measurements
18g coffee
Fine grind
36g out
Brew Time
20–25 seconds
Adjust grind finer or coarser to control flow and balance
Steep & Press
AeroPress
Measurements
14g coffee
Medium-fine grind
210g water (200°F)
Brew
Add water and let steep
1:30 → stir lightly
1:45 → press
Steeping & Mesh Filtration
French Press
Measurements
20g coffee
Coarse grind
300g water (200°F)
Brew
Add water and let steep
4:00 → break crust and stir
8:00 → plunge and serve
steep for hours
Cold Brew
Measurements
20g coffee
Coarse grind
300g water (200°F)
Brew
Steep 18–24 hours (cold)
Strain and serve
THE KEY
WATER
Water is a key part of how coffee tastes, it controls what gets extracted from the coffee.
Two main minerals influence flavor:
- Magnesium (Mg): enhances brighter, more vibrant notes like citrus and florals
- Calcium (Ca): supports body, sweetness, and a rounder texture The balance between them shapes how the coffee feels in the cup.
Another important factor is alkalinity (KH), which acts as a buffer:
- Too low → coffee can taste sharp or sour
- Too high → coffee can taste flat and muted
Well-balanced water allows both acidity and sweetness to come through clearly, creating a clean and structured cup.
For best results, use clean, filtered water with moderate mineral content.
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