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There are so many different ways to make your coffee, you don't have to settle for just one method. Experiment a little!

drip brew cup
  1. Measure the proper amount of coffee grounds then place it into a filter
  2. Allot the filter in the automatic drip coffeemaker's filter holder
  3. Pour the recommended amount of water into the coffee maker's water reservoir
  4. Turn the automatic drip coffee maker on and allow it to brew the coffee
  5. Once the coffee has been brewed, sit back and enjoy your fine tasting beverage

With an automatic drip coffeemaker, the water is boiled to the proper temperature and then drips on the coffee grounds into a carafe. Once this entire process is completed, you will have freshly brewed coffee for your pleasure. However, one note should be mentioned as most coffee makers are designed for a specific amount of coffee. It is recommended that when you are brewing coffee that you brew a full pot, as the automatic drip coffee maker is timed and built for maximum use. Brewing less coffee will result in a change of taste in the final cup of coffee. On the other hand, many coffee maker manufacturers are producing automatic drip coffee makers that allow the user to change its timing. As a result, with these coffee makers it is now possible to brew only 2 to 3 cups of coffee using a 10-cup automatic drip coffee maker without altering the taste of the coffee.

french press
  1. Warm up as much water needed for the amount of coffee you want to make.
  2. Coarsely grind the coffee beans.
  3. Place the coffee in the bottom of the French Press.
  4. Add hot, not boiling water to the pot. Leave a minimum of one inch at the top. Stir gently.
  5. Place the plunger unit back on top of pot. Turn the lid to close off the pour spout opening. Do NOT press down at this point. Allow the coffee to brew for at least four minutes.
  6. Hold the pot handle firmly with the spout turned away from you. Use the weight of your hand to apply slight pressure on top of the knob and lower the plunger straight down into the pot. Lowering the plunger slowly with minimal pressure produces the best results. Do not use excessive force, which can cause scalding liquid to shoot out of the pot.
  7. Turn the lid open the pour spout and pour coffee.

Informational Sources: Ringsurf and Coffeecakes and Image Source: Edd Easy