If you’re like most of the world, your day starts with a steaming cup of coffee. While many choose to go out to their favorite café, nothing beats a classic cup of Joe made right at home. Being your own personal barista has its advantages. You are your best customer, and you already know how you like your coffee.
If you just decided to ditch those early morning cafe trips and learn how to make your coffee at home, a quick guide on how to make the perfect cup of coffee may be just what you need.
Do you like your coffee strong? Or maybe hot water with a hint of coffee flavor? Whatever your preference, making a pot of coffee with your Moka pot can set the tone for your day.
So, what is the best water to coffee ratio for a Moka pot?
A Moka pot (or Makineta, as it is sometimes called) can come in a variety of sizes to fit your daily coffee needs. We will focus on the perfect ratio for a three-cup Moka pot for this guide. This is a great starting point with this standard Moka pot size found in many households. You can find a Moka pot in just about any size ranging from one cup to a 9 cup Moka pot.
When beginning your homebrew journey, you’ll want to start with a standard coffee to water ratio for a Moka pot. Start by adding two tablespoons of coffee for every 3 cups of water. Be sure to use your favorite brand of espresso ground coffee. If you don’t have one yet, try a few different ones before you settle.
Troubleshooting the water to coffee ratio with your Moka pot
After your first cup of coffee using the Moka pot, ask yourself how it tasted. Was it too strong? Too weak? A Moka pot is an excellent choice for people who enjoy their coffee on the stronger, more espresso-like side.
If you feel like the coffee was a little weak, next time, try adding a little more coffee grounds, half a tablespoon at a time. Try not to overflow the chamber. If you aren’t getting the strength you need, try a different roast. Darker roasts traditionally tend to be on the stronger side.
If you want your coffee to be a little less strong, try using only one and a half tablespoons of coffee grounds. Also, you’re likely to have more success choosing a lighter roast coffee because you don’t want to put too little coffee grinds in your Moka pot.
Making your own cup of coffee at home is a great way to reduce expenses from visiting cafes and gives you complete control over how your coffee tastes. Whatever your coffee taste preference, you are sure to get the perfect coffee to water ratio in your Moka pot in no time, giving you the best start to your mornings right in the comfort of your own home.
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