How to use Philharmonic pressure (Aeropress) to make coffee two methods (picture and text tutorial) + tips

Abstract: a cup of coffee is indispensable to life in the morning. There are many ways to make coffee-using French presses, drip coffee pots, etc., but if I can only choose one way to ensure good taste, convenience and save money, then I will choose Philharmonic pressure, a somewhat odd gadget. But it does make a delicious cup of coffee.

You can't live without a cup of coffee in the morning. There are many ways to make coffee-using French presses, drip coffee pots, etc., but if I can only choose one way to ensure good taste, convenience and save money, then I will definitely choose Philharmonic pressure-a slightly odd gadget, but it does make a delicious cup of coffee.

Six reasons for choosing Philharmonic to beat aeropress

There is no need to make a big fight to make a cup of coffee. There is no special technique to pretend to be mysterious, just pour the liquid back and forth.

2, cheap. A set of Philharmonic pressure is about $25 in Amazon and can be bought from 50 or 60 yuan to more than 200 yuan in China.

3, lightweight and durable. The material is resin, unlike glass that can be broken, so it is especially suitable for travel.

4, production time period. A delicious cup of coffee can be made in about 60 seconds after the water is heated.

5, can make coffee with excellent taste. The coffee made with Philharmonic pressure has a pure taste. If you like to compare the differences between drinks made from different kinds of coffee or coffee beans of different heat, use Philharmonic pressure to make the taste of each kind of coffee beans show their personality.

6. Last but not least, it is easy to clean. Unlike the French kettle, you have to take out the coffee powder inside. Philharmonic pressure, just unscrew the filter and pour the residue directly into the trash can. Then rinse everything under the faucet.

With all that said, Philharmonic pressure also has its drawback, that is, it can only make 1-2 cups of coffee, so if there are too many people, it is not the right tool. In addition, it looks like a syringe, giving people occasional strange associations.

The most important factor in making Philharmonic coffee

Although the production of Philharmonic pressure coffee is very simple, but in the production process, you should still pay close attention to the water temperature.

Boiling water will make the Philharmonic coffee a little more bitter, so the water used should be hot rather than boiled. To achieve this effect, you can boil the boiling water until it boils, then take the kettle away from the stove for about 1 minute before you use it to make coffee. The specific temperature is about 195 °Fhammer 90 °C, which is the conclusion of my own practice, although the recommended temperature is 175 °Fhand 80 °C.

In addition, you also need high-quality coffee beans. But unlike the French kettle, which requires a disc grinder, you just need a cheap blade grinder. Or just buy ready-made coffee powder. For Philharmonic pressure, just like the drip coffee machine, the coffee powder should be fine.

Inverted use of Philharmonic pressure aeropress

What we want to illustrate here is that in addition to the basic usage, there is also a "promotion version"-- so that the coffee has more time to soak in the pot, so that some students like to make very strong coffee. Of course, you don't have to learn both. You usually have nothing to play with, have a little more fun, and see which one you like.

3, soak the filter paper. Put a piece of coffee filter paper in the filter, then lock it with the pot body, place it on top of a mug or other cup, and drip a little warm water to make the filter paper moist.

4, add coffee powder. Put the funnel on the pot, pour in the coffee powder, and remove the funnel.

5, add water, add water to the kettle body to the mark above the kettle body.

6, stir. Use a matching stirring rod (or spoon) to stir slightly.

7, press filtration. Insert the cylinder into the kettle, push it down, and you will hear the sound of the coffee cup pressing out the filter paper into the cup.

8, taste and dilution. Try the prepared coffee and add water if it is too strong. Philharmonic pressure can make a very strong cup of coffee, you can divide it into two cups and then add hot water to make two cups of coffee.

1, the body of the kettle is reversed. The method of grinding beans in hot water is the same as above. But now you have to plug the cylinder into the body of the pot, and then turn it upside down so that the fixed filter is facing up.

2. Add coffee powder. Put on the funnel and add the coffee powder.

3, add water. Add hot water until the kettle is almost full.

4, stir. Stir slightly with a stirring rod or a small spoon.

5, soak for 1 minute. First try to soak for 1 minute, and then you can adjust the soaking time according to this concentration. If you think it is too strong, shorten the soaking time, and extend it if you feel light.

6, fixed filter. Put a piece of coffee filter paper in the filter and screw the filter tightly around the pot.

7, reverse the body of the pot. This step should be careful and quick, turn the kettle over and place it on a mug or other cup.

8, press filtration. Press and filter the coffee according to the above method.

9, taste and dilution. Proceed in accordance with the above method.

A handful of tips:

1, about the funnel. Funnels are not necessary if your hands are stable.

2, mugs or other metal cups. We usually press the coffee very hard, although we have never broken the cup, but replacing it with a metal kettle may make you feel more at ease.

How to prevent water running at positive pressure to the greatest extent?

1. Use two pieces of filter paper, after soaking, press the piston down and pump it backwards, see the second layer of filter paper bulging, and then put powder into water, which will maximize the prevention of water running during positive pressure. The method is simple.

two。 After stirring for the first time, after pressing the piston down a little more, lift it up a little more. Cause a little negative pressure in the coffee liquid, so the water doesn't leak.

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