At Brain Juice Coffee, we believe coffee is more than a beverage—it’s a ritual. A portal to creative flow. And the best way to unlock that ritual? The pour over method.
This guide will walk you through how to make pour over coffee the Brain Juice way (step-by-step) so you can brew a clean, flavorful cup that supports your creativity, not distracts from it.
Whether you’re new to pour overs or looking to dial in your morning ritual, you’re in the right place.
Why We Recommend Pour Over Coffee
When we created Brain Juice Coffee, we wanted to build more than just flavor—we wanted to craft momentum. The pour over method mirrors that mission. It’s intentional, calming, and surprisingly easy to master.
Here’s why pour over coffee works beautifully with our air-roasted, single-origin beans like Cosmic Flow:
Flavor Clarity
Pour over allows the natural notes—caramel, cherry, floral—to shine without bitterness or burn.
Clean Energy
Unlike harsh brews, pour over gives you smooth, sustained focus with no jitters or crash.
A Ritual That Grounds You
This method encourages you to slow down, connect to the moment, and prepare your mind for deep creative work.
What You Need to Make Pour Over Coffee
Essential Pour Over Equipment:
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Pour over dripper (we love the Hario V60 or Kalita Wave)
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Coffee filter
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Fresh Brain Juice Coffee (medium grind)
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Gooseneck kettle (for pouring control)
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Hot water (195–205°F)
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Mug
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Scale
Recommended Brew Ratio:
1:16 (1 gram coffee to 16 grams water)
Example: 25g coffee + 400g water = 2 full cups
Step-by-Step: How to Brew the Perfect Pour Over
1. Heat Your Water
Bring water to around 200°F. If you don’t have a thermometer, boil it, then let it rest for 30 seconds.
2. Prep Your Filter
Place your filter in the dripper and rinse it with hot water. This removes paper taste and preheats your equipment.
3. Add Coffee Grounds
Use 25g of medium-ground Brain Juice Coffee (grind should resemble sea salt). Place in filter and level the bed.
4. Let It Bloom
Start your timer. Gently pour 50g of water to wet all the grounds. Let sit for 30–45 seconds. This allows gases to escape and preps the coffee for extraction.
5. Pour Slow & Steady
Pour remaining water in circles, slowly and evenly, until you reach 400g total over 2:30 to 3:30 minutes. Keep your pour controlled and meditative.
6. Let It Drip and Swirl
Once it finishes dripping, remove the dripper, give your mug a gentle swirl, and inhale deeply. The aroma is your creative cue.
Troubleshooting Your Pour Over
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Brew too bitter? Your grind may be too fine or brew time too long.
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Brew too weak? Grind may be too coarse or brew time too short.
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Tastes flat? Try filtered water or adjusting your coffee-to-water ratio.
Make Pour Over Part of Your Creative Ritual
We designed Brain Juice Coffee to be coffee with intention—and the pour over method aligns with that mission.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence.
This process isn’t just how you make coffee.
It’s how you shift from everyday noise into creative clarity.
Ready to Try It?
Shop our Cosmic Flow blend—crafted for clarity, with flavor notes of caramel, cherry, and floral.
It’s the perfect pour over companion.
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