320-960 microns · 1:15 · 1:30-2:30
AeroPress grind size: medium-fine
The AeroPress is forgiving and works across a wide grind range. Finer grinds pair with shorter steeps, coarser grinds with longer ones.
| Grinder | Start at | Range | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Zpresso J-Max | 2.3.0 | 2.0.0-2.6.0 | Guide → |
| 1Zpresso JX-Pro | 2.7.0 | 2.4.0-3.0.0 | Guide → |
| 1Zpresso K-Ultra | 6.0 | 5.0-7.0 | Guide → |
| 1Zpresso Q2 | 1.6.0 | 1.2.0-2.0.0 | Guide → |
| Baratza Encore | 12 | 12 | Guide → |
| Baratza Encore ESP | 22 | 22 | Guide → |
| Baratza Sette 270 | 13E | 10-15 | Guide → |
| Baratza Virtuoso+ | 12 | 12 | Guide → |
| Fellow Ode Gen 1 | 3 | 1-4 | Guide → |
| Fellow Ode Gen 2 | 5 | 3-6 | Guide → |
| Fellow Opus | 3.5 | 2-5 | Guide → |
| Niche Zero | 33 | 30-35 | Guide → |
If your AeroPress tastes wrong
| It tastes | Why | Do this |
|---|---|---|
| Sour, thin, sharp | Under-extracted: grind too coarse or steep too short | Go 2 to 3 steps finer, or add 30 to 60 seconds of steep time |
| Bitter, dry, harsh finish | Over-extracted: grind too fine or steep too long | Go 2 to 3 steps coarser, or cut 30 seconds of steep time |
| Hard to press | Grind too fine | Go 2 steps coarser; the press should take about 30 seconds of gentle pressure |
| Weak but not sour | Not enough coffee for the water | Tighten the ratio: use 1 to 2 more grams per 250 g of water |
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