Strong Black Coffee
Bold, full-bodied, balanced black coffee that doesn't need sugar. Perfect for everyday drinking.
⚖️ Recipe Variables
Ratio: 1:11.1 (coffee to water)
Strong Black Coffee Timer
2:00 total
📝 Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1
Boil water and let it cool to 93°C (use thermometer or wait 30 seconds after boiling)
- 2
Set up Aeropress in INVERTED position: put plunger in chamber, push to #4 mark, flip upside down
- 3
Place Aeropress on scale and zero it
- 4
Add 18g of ground coffee (fine-medium grind) to the chamber
- 5
Start timer immediately, pour all 200g water quickly in circular motion to wet all grounds
- 6
At 10 seconds: Stir vigorously for 10 seconds with paddle or spoon
- 7
Put wet paper filter in cap and screw cap on tight
- 8
At 2:00 minutes: Place cup on top, flip carefully so cup is on bottom
- 9
Press steadily for 30 seconds using body weight until you hear hissing sound
- 10
Remove Aeropress and enjoy your coffee!
💡 Pro Tips
- •If too strong, reduce coffee to 16g
- •If too weak, increase coffee to 20g
- •For brighter taste, try 94°C
- •Make sure grind is fine-medium, not regular medium
Taste Profile
Balanced, sweet, chocolatey notes, full body, no sugar needed
Best For
Community
👥 Tried by 1,250 people
⭐ 94% rated it excellent
Coffee not turning out right?
Use our troubleshooter to diagnose problems and get personalized fixes