17/09/2026
Making better coffee at home isn't about buying the most expensive machine. It's about getting the fundamentals right.
Here's where we'd start.
☕ Buy fresh beans.
Coffee is at its best within a few weeks of roasting. If your beans have been sitting in the pantry for months, they'll never brew the way they were intended to. Fresh beans make a bigger difference than almost anything else.
☕️ Match your grind to your brew method.
One grind size doesn't suit every coffee. Espresso needs a fine grind, pour over sits in the middle, and French press works best with something much coarser. If your coffee tastes bitter, your grind might be too fine. If it's weak or sour, it might be too coarse.
☕️ Don't underestimate your water.
Coffee is roughly 98% water, so the quality of your water matters. Filtered water is always a good idea, and boiling water straight onto your coffee can scorch it. Let the kettle rest before you start pouring.
☕️ Keep your ratios consistent.
For filter coffee, one of the biggest mistakes people make is eyeballing it. A good starting point is a ratio of 1:16 (1g of coffee for every 16g of water), then adjust to suit your taste. Once you find a recipe you love, stick with it.
The best brewers aren't guessing every morning - they're repeating the same process until it becomes second nature.
If you're looking for a fresh bag of beans or want to chat about brew methods, pop into Bloodhound. We're pouring from 7am weekdays and 8am on weekends 🤩
