Hints on brewing No matter what brewing method you use, filter drip, automatic filter drip, or one of the high-tech engineering marvels, here are several suggestions which will help ensure a satisfying cup of coffee. Start with fresh beans and fresh water. We think you get the best coffee when you grind the beans as you need them. Choose the correct grind for your pot. Measure the water and coffee accurately.
Standard measure is at least two level tablespoons for every six ounce cup.
Rinse the coffee pot after every brew, using warm water and no soap. Don't boil coffee or leave it on the warmer for more than 15 minutes. Brew just what you plan to drink, or keep freshly brewed coffee in a thermal carafe. It's important to grind your coffee beans to suit the coffeemaker of your choice. The finer the grind, the more contact there will be between coffee and hot water, and the faster and more thoroughly the essential oils will be released.