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A cup of Colombian coffee with latte art sits on a white surface, next to a hand coffee grinder and a jar of ground coffee. A green plant is partially visible on the left, promising an authentic coffee experience to kickstart your day.

Authentic Colombian Coffee to Kickstart Your Day

A man in an apron standing in a kitchen.Liam Chen
A strong and aromatic Colombian coffee to start the day with a burst of energy.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Meal Type Beverages
Cuisine Colombian
Servings 1
Difficulty Easy
Ingredient Cost $0.60
Shopping Cost$20

Equipment

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee maker (French press, drip coffee maker, or espresso machine)
  • Coffee mug

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 tablespoons coffee beans Colombian
  • 1 cup water
  • Sugar or milk optional, to taste

Instructions
 

Grind the coffee beans:

  • Use a coffee grinder to grind 2 tablespoons of Colombian coffee beans to a medium-coarse consistency for French press, or fine for espresso.
    2 tablespoons coffee beans

Heat the water:

  • Heat 1 cup of water to just below boiling (around 200°F or 93°C).
    1 cup water

Brew the coffee:

  • For French press: Add the ground coffee to the French press, pour over the hot water, stir, and let steep for 4 minutes. Press the plunger down slowly.
  • For drip coffee maker: Add ground coffee to the filter, pour hot water over, and let it brew as per machine instructions.
  • For espresso machine: Add ground coffee to the portafilter, tamp down, and brew the espresso as per machine instructions.

Serve:

  • Pour the brewed coffee into a coffee mug. Add sugar or milk if desired.
    Sugar or milk

Notes

Freshly ground coffee beans provide the best flavor.
Adjust the amount of coffee and water according to personal taste preference.

Nutrition

Sodium: 13mgCalcium: 8mg
Keyword Colombian Coffee, Morning Ritual, Strong Coffee, Traditional Beverage

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