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Brew guide · 10 June 2026

How to brew a bolder cup

Strong coffee isn’t about burning the beans — it’s about getting out of the way of a good roast. Start with fresh beans, a clean kit and water just off the boil.

Grind a touch coarser than you think, weigh your dose, and pour slow and steady. Give it time. A bold cup rewards patience, not force.

  • 16g coffee to 240g water for a mug with backbone.
  • Bloom for 30 seconds, then pour in slow circles.
  • Drink it black first — earn the milk.