The Japanese Iced Coffee Method: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to make crisp, clean, and vibrant iced coffee using the Japanese iced coffee method. This technique involves brewing hot coffee directly over ice, instantly locking in flavor and aroma.
Ingredients
- 30g of coffee beans
- 250g of hot, filtered water
- 250g of ice cubes
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare Your Ice and Brewer - Place 250g of ice in a server, then place a pour-over dripper with a rinsed paper filter on top.
- Step 2: Grind Your Coffee - Grind 30g of coffee to a medium-fine consistency, slightly finer than for a normal hot pour-over.
- Step 3: The Bloom - Pour about 60g of hot water (195-205°F or 90-96°C) over the grounds and let it bloom for 45 seconds.
- Step 4: The Main Pour - Continue pouring the remaining 250g of hot water in controlled circles, finishing by the 2-minute mark.
- Step 5: The Chill-Down and Serve - Once the coffee has dripped through, swirl the server to chill, then pour and enjoy.
