Making a great pour over at home requires amazing coffee but doesn't require complex or expensive equipment.

By avoiding these 7 common mistakes you can make even tastier coffee at home.

- ☕ Using Stale or Pre-Ground Coffee – Always use freshly roasted beans and grind them just before brewing to preserve flavor and aroma.  
- 🏺 Incorrect Grind Size – A grind that’s too fine slows down extraction, making coffee bitter, while too coarse results in a weak, under-extracted brew. Aim for medium-fine to medium grind (like sea salt).  
- 💧 Wrong Coffee-to-Water Ratio – Using too much or too little coffee skews the balance. Start to a 1:16 ratio (e.g., 25g coffee to 400g water) for optimal strength.  
- 🔥 Water Temperature Too Hot or Too Cold – Water between 195-205°F (90-96°C) extracts the best flavors. Too hot burns the coffee; too cool results in a flat taste.  
- 🚰 Pouring Too Fast or Too Slow – Rushing the pour causes under-extraction; pouring too slowly can lead to bitterness. Use controlled, steady circular pours for even saturation.  
- ⏳ Skipping the Bloom – Freshly roasted coffee releases CO₂, which can block proper extraction. Pour 2x the coffee weight in water, let bloom for 30-45 seconds, then continue brewing.  
- 🧼 Not Cleaning Your Equipment – Old coffee oils and residue can alter taste. Rinse your dripper, filter, and kettle after each use to maintain clean flavors.  

Master these techniques for a perfectly balanced, flavorful pour-over every time! ☕🔥