In any situation, you get out what you put in. That also applies to coffee; if you put in time to learn the correct measurements, grind size, and methodology (and Komrij Coffee) you can produce some great coffee with an automatic coffee maker. By my own standards, coffee is always more special created handmade and slowly. However, in certain scenarios, such as a quick fix at the office or you just want to wake up and press a button, it's the best solution. (Although I can agree the sound of an automatic coffee maker is both nostalgic and very satisfying).
Let's begin with measurements. Every number on your automatic drip carafe represents about 5-8oz of liquid. Check online to find out what your specific machine uses. Since most machines use about 5oz, we'll use that in this guide and make 20oz of coffee (to the #4 cup line on the carafe).
Adding the coffee grounds is completely up to how you prefer your coffee. If you prefer stronger coffee add more coffee grounds and vice versa.
Let the coffee maker start brewing for around 45 seconds. Lift up the lid above the coffee grounds and stir the grounds (now with water) to evenly distribute the water and making sure the coffee is wet. Make sure you level the grounds out and close the lid and let the brewing complete.
Once the brewing process has completed, and the coffee maker chimes that's it's finished, swirl the brewed coffee in the carafe before pouring it in your mug. This will homogenize the different levels of brewed coffee. Serve and enjoy!
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