– Ready your brewing tools ahead.
– Keep your coffee gear and containers clean.
– Decide and adjust your grind size based on:
— Your coffee’s roast date
— Your brewing method
– Be consistent with water quality and measuring weight, ratios, and time.
– Remember!
— Let your palate help you personalize the best recipe for you.
— Brew often and have fun!
POINTERS
BREWING GUIDE
FOR FILTER
HOW TO BREW:
Before the first pour
• Prepare a dose of 15 grams of coffee.
• Heat water to around 91 – 93 degrees Celsius.
• Pre-wet the paper filter on the dripper & dispose of the water in the server.
• Grind the coffee to about 650 to 750 microns.
• Place the coffee grinds onto the pre-wetted paper filter on the dripper.
For the first pour and bloom.
• Pour 40 ml in a circular manner.
• Let the coffee bloom until 30-40 seconds.
For the second pour.
• Continuing in a circular manner, pour 70ml more, until110 ml, by 1 minute and 10 seconds.
At the third pour and onto the last & fourth pour.
• Still in circles, pour the next 70 ml to make 180 ml within 2 minutes.
• For the last pour, focus at the center until 225 ml.
• Dripping should complete within 2 minutes to 3 minutes and 20 seconds.
After the last pour.
• If the water drains either slower than 2 minutes 40 seconds to 3 minutes and 20 seconds, consider adjusting your grind size.
• Dispose of the coffee grounds & the paper filter responsibly.
• Pour the brew into your favorite cup — and enjoy your coffee!
FOR ESPRESSO:
- DOSE: 18 to 20 grams
- YIELD: 32 to 36 grams
- TIME: 22 to 26 seconds
- RATIO: 1:1.8 – 1:2
- TEMPERATURE: 90°C – 92°C
MILK RATIO SWEET SPOT:
DOSE
- 90ml cup: 18-20 grams
- 120ml cup: 18-20 grams
- 150-180ml cup: 18-20 grams
- 210-240ml cup: 18-20 grams
YIELD
- 90ml cup: 40 mL (split shot)
- 120ml cup: 20-24mL
- 150-180ml cup: 22-28mL
- 210-240ml cup: 30-32mL
TEMPERATURE: 90°C – 93°C
Description
Description
Santa Inês comes from the Alta Mogiana region of Brazil, a region known for producing balanced, sweet, and espresso-friendly coffees. The steady climate and moderate altitude support even cherry maturation, resulting in a coffee with natural sweetness, structure, and excellent solubility.
Naturally processed, the cherries are dried with the fruit intact, developing deeper sweetness and body — characteristics that translate exceptionally well in espresso and milk-based beverages.
In the Cup
Rich and comforting, with pronounced notes of hazelnut, milk chocolate, and brown sugar. Full-bodied and smooth, with low acidity and a long, sweet finish that holds its character through milk.
Roast Profile
Medium (Espresso-Focused)
Developed to enhance sweetness, body, and solubility, ensuring balance and consistency in espresso while cutting cleanly through milk.
Brewing Recommendation
Best for:
Espresso • Milk-based beverages (Latte, Flat White, Cappuccino)
Offers stable extraction, thick crema, and reliable performance across espresso machines.
Who This Coffee Is For
Ideal for cafés and drinkers looking for a dependable, chocolate-forward espresso with excellent milk compatibility and everyday appeal.
