AeroPress Guide: How to Use It + Best Recipes for a Perfect Cup

How to use an AeroPress: add medium-fine ground coffee (15–18g) to the chamber, pour in 200–220ml of water at 85–96°C, stir, wait 1–2 minutes, then press slowly for 20–30 seconds. The AeroPress is the most versatile and forgiving brewer in home coffee. It produces a clean, smooth, concentrated cup in under 3 minutes, tolerates a wide range of variables, and is nearly impossible to break. Whether you want espresso-style concentrate, American-style coffee, or something in between — the AeroPress can do it. ...

April 9, 2026 · 6 min · Barista At Home

What Is Siphon Coffee? The Science Behind the Most Theatrical Brew Method

Siphon coffee (also called vacuum coffee) is a brewing method that uses heat and vacuum pressure to pull water through coffee grounds, producing an exceptionally clean, bright, and flavorful cup. The siphon coffee maker looks like something out of a chemistry lab — two glass chambers stacked vertically, a heat source below, and coffee rising and falling in a process that’s equal parts science experiment and brewing ritual. The result? One of the clearest, most complex cups of coffee possible without espresso equipment. ...

April 9, 2026 · 6 min · Barista At Home