How to make mesquite using a Chemex
WHAT YOU NEED:
Chemex filter
10-14g | 2T Mesquite
Per 8oz cup
DIRECTIONS:
Place filter into ChemEx and fill with 1 tablespoon of grounds per 5oz cup of mesquite.
Step-by-step
WHAT YOU NEED:
- Chemex filter
- 10-14g | 2T Mesquite
- Per 8oz cup
1
Preheat water to 205°F. Rinse the filter with hot water and empty it out, leaving the filter in the Chemex.
2
Use 2T of mesquite per serving. You can play around with the amount of mesquite and water to your liking!
3
Pour hot water until the grounds are saturated. Wait 45 seconds allowing the grounds to bloom.
4
Add the remaining water in a spiral motion.
5
Let your mesquite brew, adding more water if needed
6
Enjoy!
Other ways to make mesquite
French Press
Depending on desired strength, put 3-4 heaping tablespoons of grounds into the French Press. Pour 1.5c of hot water over and let steep for 3 minutes. Plunge and serve.
French Press
Espresso Machine
Fill portafilter with 1.5 tblsp of grounds (roughly 3/4 full). Do not tamp. Extract espresso like normal.
Espresso Machine
Pour Over
Place mesquite in filter (according to desired strength). Pour hot water in spiral motion. Allow to brew.