Brewing Guides - Squatch51 Coffee

🛸 COSMIC BREWING GUIDES 🛸

Welcome to the Squatch51 Brewing Academy! Whether you're a seasoned cryptid or a coffee newbie, these guides will help you brew legendary coffee every time.

☕ DRIP COFFEE BREWING

What You Need:

  • Drip coffee maker
  • Medium grind Squatch51 coffee
  • Filtered water
  • Coffee scoop or scale

The Cryptid Method:

  1. Measure: Use 2 tablespoons (10g) of coffee per 6oz of water
  2. Grind: Medium grind (like sand)
  3. Water: Use fresh, filtered water heated to 195-205°F
  4. Brew: Let it drip and enjoy the cosmic aroma
  5. Serve: Pour within 30 minutes for maximum freshness

Bigfoot's Tip: Pre-wet your filter to remove paper taste!

🌊 COLD BREW BREWING

What You Need:

  • Coarse grind Squatch51 Cold Brew Coffee
  • Large jar or cold brew maker
  • Filtered water
  • 12-24 hours of patience

The Cryptid Method:

  1. Ratio: 1 cup coarse coffee to 4 cups cold water
  2. Mix: Stir coffee and water in jar
  3. Steep: Cover and refrigerate 12-24 hours
  4. Strain: Filter through cheesecloth or coffee filter
  5. Dilute: Mix 1:1 with water or milk, serve over ice

Bigfoot's Tip: Longer steep = stronger flavor. Experiment to find your cosmic sweet spot!

☕ FRENCH PRESS BREWING

What You Need:

  • French press
  • Coarse grind Squatch51 coffee
  • Kettle
  • Timer

The Cryptid Method:

  1. Measure: 2 tablespoons per 6oz water (or 1:15 ratio)
  2. Grind: Coarse grind (like sea salt)
  3. Heat: Boil water, let cool 30 seconds (200°F)
  4. Bloom: Add coffee, pour just enough water to cover, wait 30 seconds
  5. Pour: Add remaining water, stir gently
  6. Steep: Place lid on, wait 4 minutes
  7. Press: Slowly press plunger down
  8. Serve: Pour immediately to avoid over-extraction

Bigfoot's Tip: Don't press too hard or you'll get bitter, muddy coffee!

🎯 POUR OVER BREWING

What You Need:

  • Pour over dripper (V60, Chemex, etc.)
  • Paper filter
  • Medium-fine grind Squatch51 coffee
  • Gooseneck kettle
  • Scale and timer

The Cryptid Method:

  1. Measure: 1:16 ratio (15g coffee to 240g water)
  2. Grind: Medium-fine (like table salt)
  3. Rinse: Wet filter with hot water, discard
  4. Add: Place coffee in filter, shake to level
  5. Bloom: Pour 2x coffee weight in water (30g for 15g coffee), wait 30-45 seconds
  6. Pour: Slowly pour in circular motion, keeping water level consistent
  7. Total time: 2.5-3.5 minutes

Bigfoot's Tip: Slow, steady pours = even extraction = cosmic flavor!

⚡ ESPRESSO BREWING

What You Need:

  • Espresso machine
  • Fine grind Squatch51 coffee (try African Espresso!)
  • Tamper
  • Scale

The Cryptid Method:

  1. Dose: 18-20g of coffee for double shot
  2. Grind: Fine (like powdered sugar)
  3. Distribute: Level grounds in portafilter
  4. Tamp: Apply 30lbs pressure, twist slightly
  5. Brew: Extract for 25-30 seconds
  6. Yield: Aim for 36-40g output (1:2 ratio)

Bigfoot's Tip: Dial in your grind! Too fast = coarser, too slow = finer.

🍵 TEA BREWING

Black Tea (English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Masala Chai):

  • Amount: 1 tsp per 8oz water
  • Temp: 200-212°F (boiling)
  • Time: 3-5 minutes

Green Tea (Jasmine, Moroccan Mint):

  • Amount: 1 tsp per 8oz water
  • Temp: 160-180°F
  • Time: 2-3 minutes

Herbal Tea (Hibiscus Berry, Peach Paradise, Mango Treat, Apple Cider Rooibos):

  • Amount: 1-2 tsp per 8oz water
  • Temp: 200-212°F (boiling)
  • Time: 5-7 minutes

Roasted Tea (Hojicha):

  • Amount: 1 tsp per 8oz water
  • Temp: 175-195°F
  • Time: 30-60 seconds

Matcha:

  • Amount: 1-2 tsp powder per 2oz water
  • Temp: 160-175°F
  • Method: Whisk vigorously until frothy, add more water to taste

Bigfoot's Tip: Never boil green tea - it gets bitter! Lower temp = sweeter flavor.

📊 QUICK REFERENCE CHART

Method Grind Size Ratio Brew Time Water Temp
Drip Medium 1:15-17 5-6 min 195-205°F
Cold Brew Coarse 1:4 12-24 hrs Cold
French Press Coarse 1:15 4 min 200°F
Pour Over Med-Fine 1:16 2.5-3.5 min 195-205°F
Espresso Fine 1:2 25-30 sec 195-205°F

🎓 BIGFOOT'S PRO TIPS

  • Fresh is Best: Grind right before brewing for maximum flavor
  • Water Matters: Use filtered water - tap water can ruin great coffee
  • Store Smart: Keep coffee in airtight container, away from light and heat
  • Clean Equipment: Wash your brewer regularly to prevent oil buildup
  • Experiment: Adjust ratios, temps, and times to find your perfect cup
  • Temperature: Too hot = bitter, too cool = sour. Find the sweet spot!

Need help? Have questions? Contact us and we'll help you brew like a cryptid! ☕🛸