Mountain Peak Suggest Brewing

Best Match:

Pour-Over (V60)

• Grind Size: Medium, similar to coarse sand.
• Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 1:16 (e.g., 20g coffee to 320g water).
• Water Temperature: 195°F to 205°F (90°C to 96°C).
• Brew Time: 3–4 minutes.
• Instructions:
  1. Rinse the filter with hot water and discard the rinse water.
  2. Add coffee grounds and pour a small amount of water to bloom (30 seconds).
  3. Slowly pour water in a circular motion, allowing it to drip between pours.

Tip: The washed process of Mountain Peak shines in a pour over — the result is a clean, balanced cup that highlights the natural sweetness and body of the Castillo bean.

French Press

• Grind Size: Coarse, resembling breadcrumbs.
• Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 1:15 (e.g., 30g coffee to 450g water).
• Water Temperature: 200°F (93°C).
• Brew Time: 4 minutes.
• Instructions:
  1. Add coarsely ground coffee to the French press.
  2. Pour hot water over the grounds, covering them evenly, and stir gently.
  3. Place the plunger on top without pressing and steep for 4 minutes.
  4. Press the plunger down slowly and serve immediately.

Tip: Stir halfway through steeping to extract flavors evenly. Mountain Peak's balanced body makes it a very forgiving French press coffee.

Espresso

• Grind Size: Fine, like powdered sugar.
• Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 1:2 (e.g., 18g–20g coffee for a double shot).
• Water Temperature: 190°F to 200°F (88°C to 93°C).
• Brew Time: 25–30 seconds.
• Instructions:
  1. Grind beans finely and distribute evenly in the portafilter.
  2. Tamp firmly and evenly with consistent pressure.
  3. Lock the portafilter into the machine and pull the shot for 25–30 seconds.
  4. A well-pulled shot will have a rich, golden crema on top.

Tip: Mountain Peak's clean, structured profile produces a well-balanced espresso with a pleasant caramel-like sweetness in the finish.

Drip Coffee

• Grind Size: Medium, similar to coarse sand.
• Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 1:16 (e.g., 1 heaping tablespoon per cup of water).
• Water Temperature: 195°F to 205°F (90°C to 96°C).
• Brew Time: 5–6 minutes.
• Instructions:
  1. Place a filter in the basket and add coffee grounds.
  2. Fill the reservoir with fresh, cold water.
  3. Turn the machine on and allow the coffee to drip fully before serving.

Tip: Mountain Peak's well-balanced profile makes it an excellent everyday drip coffee. Clean your machine regularly for the best results.

Chemex

• Grind Size: Medium-coarse, like sea salt.
• Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 1:16 (e.g., 30g coffee to 480g water).
• Water Temperature: 200°F (93°C).
• Brew Time: 4–5 minutes.
• Instructions:
  1. Place the filter with three layers facing the spout and rinse with hot water. Discard rinse water.
  2. Add coffee grounds and pour a small amount of water to bloom (45 seconds).
  3. Gradually pour the remaining water in steady, concentric circles.
  4. Allow the brew to drip completely before removing the filter.

Tip: Adjust grind size if the brew is too slow (grind coarser) or too fast (grind finer).

Cold Brew

• Grind Size: Coarse, resembling breadcrumbs.
• Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 1:8 (e.g., 50g coffee to 400g cold water).
• Water Temperature: Cold or room temperature.
• Brew Time: 12–24 hours.
• Instructions:
  1. Combine coarse coffee grounds and cold water in a jar or pitcher.
  2. Stir gently, cover, and refrigerate for 12–24 hours.
  3. Strain through a cheesecloth or fine sieve and serve over ice.

Tip: Mountain Peak's clean, balanced profile produces a smooth and refreshing cold brew with a naturally sweet finish.