Brew Guide

From Tanna Island to your cup

Brew Guide

Get the most from your No Label Coffee. Pick your brew method for step-by-step instructions.

Grind Size Reference

Espresso

Concentrated, bold, the foundation of most café drinks.

Fine grind90-96C25-30s1:2 ratio
  1. 1
    Grind fineSand-like consistency immediately before brewing.
  2. 2
    Dose and distributeLevel grounds evenly across portafilter.
  3. 3
    Tamp evenlyApply firm, level pressure (15 kg).
  4. 4
    Pull the shotAim for 25-30 seconds.

Pour Over

Clean, bright, and nuanced. Perfect for showcasing Tanna's character.

Medium-fine grind93-96C3-4 min1:16 ratio
  1. 1
    Rinse filterPlace filter in dripper, rinse with hot water.
  2. 2
    BloomPour twice the coffee weight in water. Wait 40s.
  3. 3
    Pour in spiralsSlow, concentric circles from centre out.
  4. 4
    Finish in poursTotal time 3-4 min.

French Press

Full-bodied and rich with heavier mouthfeel.

Coarse grind93-95C4 min steep1:15 ratio
  1. 1
    Pre-heatSwirl hot water in glass, then discard.
  2. 2
    Add coffee and waterPour all water at once, stir gently.
  3. 3
    Steep 4 minutesLid on, plunger up.
  4. 4
    Plunge slowlySteady, even pressure over 20 seconds.

AeroPress

Versatile, fast, and forgiving. Makes smooth low-acid cups.

Medium grind80-90C2 min1:15 ratio
  1. 1
    Inverted setupPlunger down, chamber up. Wet filter.
  2. 2
    Add coffee and stirPour water, stir for 10 seconds.
  3. 3
    Steep 1 minutePut cap on, wait.
  4. 4
    Flip and pressSlow press over 20-30 seconds. Stop at hiss.

Cold Brew

Smooth, sweet, ultra-low acid. Worth the wait.

Extra coarse grindCold water12-18h steep1:5 concentrate
  1. 1
    Extra coarse grindMuch coarser than French press.
  2. 2
    Combine and stirMix grounds with cold water in jar.
  3. 3
    Steep in fridgeCover and refrigerate 12-18 hours.
  4. 4
    Filter slowlyStrain through fine mesh and paper filter.

Moka Pot

Stovetop espresso-style. Rich, intense, deeply satisfying.

Fine-medium grindLow-medium heat5-7 min1:7 ratio
  1. 1
    Pre-boiled waterFill bottom chamber below pressure valve.
  2. 2
    Fill basketAdd coffee without tamping.
  3. 3
    Assemble and heatScrew top on, place on low-medium heat with lid up.
  4. 4
    Watch the pourRemove when sputtering.