Brew Guides by Kanso

A mindful brewing ritual begins with intention and balance.

Each method reveals a different expression of the same bean, shaped by water, temperature and time.

Hot Hand Brew

Technique:
Pour over / Hand brew

A calm and precise brewing method that highlights the natural clarity and sweetness of the coffee. The steady flow of water allows for full control of extraction, bringing out delicate aromas and a clean, balanced cup.

What you need:

  • 15 g ground coffee
  • Filter and dripper
  • Water at 95 °C


Brew steps:

0:00 → Pour 50 g water

0:30 → Pour up to 120 g

1:00 → Pour up to 190 g

1:40 → Pour up to 250 g


Total brew time:

2 min 30 sec

The Kanso Approach

Every cup is an act of precision and calm. Adjust your grind, flow and timing to find your preferred balance of clarity, sweetness and texture.

Brew slowly, breathe deeply and let the ritual shape your day.

Iced Hand Brew

Technique:
Pour over / Hand brew (grind slightly finer than for hot)

A refreshing variation of the classic pour over. The coffee is brewed hot to extract complexity, then instantly chilled over ice to preserve brightness and texture. The result is a crisp, layered brew that carries both structure and vibrancy.


What you need:

  • 15 g ground coffee
  • 60 g ice in the server
  • Water at 95 °C


Brew steps:

  • 0:00 → Pour 50 g water
  • 0:30 → Pour up to 120 g, gentle swirl
  • 1:30 → Pour up to 190 g


Total brew time:
2 min 30 sec

Mindful Preparation

Brewing is not only about technique but also presence.

Before each cup, take a moment to prepare your space and your mind. Clean your tools, measure with care, and listen to the rhythm of water meeting coffee.

This quiet attention transforms routine into ritual and turns a simple act into something meaningful.

Espresso

Technique:
Espresso machine

An intense and expressive form of brewing that condenses sweetness, texture and aroma into a single shot. Precision in grind, temperature and timing defines the cup, revealing depth and clarity in perfect balance.

What you need:

  • 18 g ground coffee
  • Water at 94 °C


Yield:
43 g espresso (ratio 1:2.4)

Total brew time:
35 sec (including 7 sec pre infusion)