How to Make Great Coffee on the Ratio 6 Brewer at home
What You'll Need:
- Ratio 6 Coffee Brewer
- Freshly roasted Torque Coffee beans
- Burr grinder (Baratza and Fellow make great home grinders
- Filtered water
- Scale for weighing beans
- Coffee filter
- Carafe or mug
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Preparation
- Clean the Brewer: Ensure your Ratio 6 is clean and free from any old coffee residue.
- Gather Your Tools : Have your burr grinder, scale, and coffee beans ready.
- Measure and Grind the Coffee
- Measure Coffee : Use a coffee-to-water ratio of 1:16. For example, if you are making 32 ounces (about 950 ml) of coffee, you'll need 2 ounces (about 57 grams) of coffee beans.
- Grind Coffee : Grind the beans to a medium-coarse consistency, similar to sea salt.
- Prepare the Water
- Filter Water : Use filtered water for the best taste.
- Measure Water : Measure out the water according to the amount of coffee you plan to brew.
- Set Up the Brewer
- Insert Filter : Place a paper filter in the Ratio 6 brew basket.
- Add Coffee Grounds : Pour the ground coffee into the filter, leveling it out for an even bed.
- Start Brewing
- Add Water : Pour the measured filtered water into the water reservoir of the Ratio 6.
- Begin Brew Cycle : Press the start button on the Ratio 6. The machine will go through its automated bloom and brew cycles.
- Brewing Process
- Bloom Phase : The Ratio 6 will initially wet the grounds and allow them to bloom, releasing CO2 and enhancing flavor extraction.
- Brew Phase : After the bloom, the machine will continue to pour water over the grounds in a controlled manner, ensuring even extraction.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Wait for Completion : Allow the brew cycle to complete, which usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour Coffee : Once brewing is done, pour the coffee into your carafe or directly into your mug.
- Taste and Adjust : Taste your coffee and adjust the grind size or coffee-to-water ratio if needed for future brews to suit your preference.
Tips for the Best Coffee:
- Use Fresh Beans : Always use freshly roasted coffee beans for the best flavor. Basically buy Torque Coffee!!
- Store Beans Properly : Keep your coffee beans in an airtight container, away from light and heat.
- Regular Maintenance : Clean your Ratio 6 regularly, including descaling as per the manufacturer’s instructions, to keep it in top condition.
Enjoy your perfectly brewed coffee with the Ratio 6!
