What we cook with
The short list of tools behind the drinks on Steeped Cup. Nothing here is sponsored; each one is on the list because it gets used.
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Essentials
Variable temperature kettle
Green tea at 175 F, pour-over at 205 F. A kettle that holds the temperature is the foundation of every brew here.
See on AmazonCoffee and tea scale with timer
Brew ratios in grams and a timer in the same device. Reads to 0.1 g.
See on AmazonBurr grinder
Even grounds extract evenly. A blade grinder gives dust and boulders in the same batch.
See on AmazonFrench press, 34 oz
Two mugs of full-bodied coffee, and it doubles as a cold brew maker.
See on AmazonNice to have
Not needed for any recipe here, but each one makes a job easier.
Pour-over dripper and filters
For the pour-over recipes. Ceramic holds heat better than plastic.
See on AmazonTeapot with removable infuser
Loose leaf tea with room to unfurl, then the leaves lift out.
See on AmazonHome Brewing Cheat Sheet
Ratios, temperatures, and times for 12 brew methods, plus 10 cafe drinks to make at home.
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