The AeroPress is one of the most versatile brewers you can own. With small adjustments to ratio, grind, and time, you can brew either a clean, filter-style cup or a bold, espresso-style coffee.
Not sure which roast fits your brew method? Read our guide on how to choose the right roast for your setup.
Quick Comparison
Clean style: lighter body, clarity, great black
Espresso-style: concentrated, bold, great with milk
Recommended roasts: Clean → Medium | Espresso-style → Medium-dark
Recipe #1: Clean AeroPress
- Ratio: 1:15
- Grind: Medium-fine
- Time: ~2:00
Recipe #2: Espresso-Style AeroPress
- Ratio: 1:4
- Grind: Fine (slightly coarser than espresso)
- Time: ~1:00
For more consistency with concentrated shots, our home-friendly espresso dialing guide uses the same principles step by step: Espresso Dialing at Home.
If AeroPress tastes off, grind is usually the lever: Grind Size Explained.
Recommended for AeroPress:
Medium for clean cups; medium-dark for espresso-style strength.
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