DISCOVER OUR BREWING RECIPES
The Brew is your guide to making the most of every bag of Don Alfredo Coffee. Explore simple tips for pour-over, French press, and espresso, including the right grind, coffee-to-water ratio, and brewing time.
Whether you prefer a clean, bright cup or something rich and full-bodied, these guides will help you brew with confidence and enjoy the flavor of Dominican coffee at home.
Clean, bright & expressive
Pour-Over Brewing Guide
A carefully prepared pour-over highlights the clarity, sweetness, and distinctive character of our Dominican coffees. This recipe is designed to produce a clean and balanced cup while allowing each coffee’s origin, variety, and processing method to shine.
What You'' Need
- 13 g of Don Alfredo Coffee
- 200 g of filtered water
- Water temperature: 205°F / 96°C
- Medium-fine grind
- Pour-over dripper and paper filter
- Carafe or cup
- Digital scale
- Gooseneck kettle
- Timer
Step 1 — Prepare
Heat the water to 205°F. Place the paper filter inside your dripper and rinse it thoroughly with hot water. This removes the paper taste and preheats the dripper and carafe. Discard the rinse water.
Step 2 — Add the Coffee
Grind 13 grams of Don Alfredo Coffee to a medium-fine consistency. Add the grounds to the filter and gently shake the dripper to create an even, level coffee bed.
Step 3 — Bloom
Start your timer and slowly pour 40 grams of water over the coffee, making sure all the grounds are evenly saturated. Allow the coffee to bloom for 30–40 seconds.
Step 4 — Continue Pouring
Pour slowly in controlled circular movements, working from the center outward without pouring directly onto the filter.
Continue pouring in stages:
- First pour: up to 120 grams
- Final pour: up to 200 grams
Maintain a steady water level and allow the coffee to drain naturally between pours.
Step 5 — Serve and Enjoy
The total brewing time should be approximately 2:30–3:00 minutes. Gently swirl the carafe before serving to combine all the flavors.
Allow the coffee to cool slightly as you drink it. As the temperature changes, you may discover additional sweetness, fruit, chocolate, floral, or spice notes unique to each Don Alfredo coffee.
From our mountains to your cup.
Easy, Practical & Consistent
Aeropress Brewing Guide
The AeroPress produces a smooth, flavorful coffee with very little bitterness. Its compact design and forgiving brewing method make it perfect for preparing Don Alfredo Coffee at home, at work, or while traveling.
What You'' Need
- 15 g of Don Alfredo Coffee
- 240 g of filtered water
- Water temperature: 200°F / 93°C
- Medium-fine grind
- AeroPress and paper filter
- Digital scale
- Kettle
- Timer
- Sturdy cup or carafe
Step 1 — Prepare
Heat the water to 200°F. Place a paper filter inside the AeroPress filter cap and rinse it with hot water. This removes any paper taste and preheats the brewer and cup.
Attach the filter cap and position the AeroPress securely over your cup or carafe.
Step 2 — Add the Coffee
Grind 15 grams of Don Alfredo Coffee to a medium-fine consistency. Add the ground coffee to the AeroPress and gently shake the brewer to create an even coffee bed.
Step 3 — Add the Water
Start your timer and pour 240 grams of hot water over the coffee, making sure all the grounds are evenly saturated.
Gently stir for approximately 10 seconds.
Step 4 — Steep
Insert the plunger slightly into the chamber to create a seal. Allow the coffee to steep until the timer reaches approximately 1 minute and 30 seconds.
Step 5 — Press
Slowly and steadily press the plunger downward for 20–30 seconds. Stop pressing when you hear a gentle hiss.
The total brewing time should be approximately 2 minutes.
Step 6 — Serve and Enjoy
Swirl the brewed coffee gently before serving. Enjoy it as prepared for a concentrated, flavorful cup, or add a small amount of hot water for a lighter profile.
The AeroPress creates a smooth, balanced cup that highlights the sweetness and body of Don Alfredo Coffee.
From our mountains to your cup.
Rich, full-bodied, and deeply satisfying
French Press Brewing Guide
The French press allows the coffee’s natural oils and deeper flavors to remain in the cup. This immersion method creates a heavier texture and a rich, aromatic brew that beautifully highlights chocolate, spice, caramel, and ripe-fruit characteristics.
What You'' Need
- 30 g of Don Alfredo Coffee
- 500 g of filtered water
- Water temperature: 200°F / 93°C
- Coarse grind
- French press
- Digital scale
- Kettle
- Timer
- Spoon
Step 1 — Prepare
Heat the water to 200°F. Rinse the French press with hot water to preheat it, then discard the rinse water.
Step 2 — Add the Coffee
Grind 30 grams of Don Alfredo Coffee to a coarse consistency. Add the ground coffee to the bottom of the French press.
Step 3 — Add the Water
Start your timer and slowly pour 500 grams of hot water over the coffee, making sure all the grounds are evenly saturated.
Gently stir the coffee to ensure there are no dry areas.
Step 4 — Steep
Place the lid on the French press without pushing down the plunger. Allow the coffee to steep for 4 minutes.
Step 5 — Press
At 4 minutes, slowly press the plunger downward using steady, gentle pressure. Avoid pressing too quickly, as this can disturb the coffee grounds and create excess sediment.
Step 6 — Serve immediately
Pour all the brewed coffee into your cups or a separate carafe immediately. Leaving the coffee inside the French press will allow it to continue extracting and may create a bitter taste.
The result is a rich, full-bodied cup with a satisfying texture and pronounced sweetness.
From our mountains to your cup.
