Crafting a Cappuccino with a Pour-Over Coffee Setup

While traditional cappuccinos are usually made with espresso, you can recreate a similar experience using a pour-over coffee setup. This unconventional method still provides the essence of a cappuccino, with a creamy texture and rich flavor. Follow these detailed steps to make a homemade cappuccino using pour-over coffee.

Ingredients Equipment

Freshly ground coffee (medium-fine grind) Hot water (around 200°F or 93°C) Whole milk or your preferred alternative Pour-over coffee maker (e.g., V60 or Chemex) Coffee scale Kettle Milk frother or steam wand (optional) Coffee cup

Steps

1. Prepare Your Coffee

Use a coffee-to-water ratio of about 1:15. For example, if you use 20 grams of coffee, you'll need about 300 grams or ml of water. Place a filter in your pour-over cone and rinse it with hot water to eliminate any paper taste and preheat the setup.

2. Brew the Coffee

Add the ground coffee to the filter. Bloom the coffee: Pour a small amount of hot water (double the weight of the coffee) over the grounds and let it sit for 30 seconds. After blooming, pour the remaining water in a slow circular motion over the coffee grounds, allowing it to drip through. This should take about 3-4 minutes in total.

3. Froth the Milk

While the coffee is brewing, heat your milk to around 150°F (65°C). If you have a frother, use it to create a microfoam. If not, vigorously shake the milk in a jar or whisk it until frothy.

4. Combine

Once the coffee is brewed, pour it into your coffee cup. Add the frothed milk on top of the coffee. Aim for a 1:1:1 ratio of coffee, steamed milk, and foam.

5. Serve

Optionally, sprinkle some cocoa powder or cinnamon on top for added flavor.

Notes

The flavor will differ from a traditional cappuccino made with espresso, but you can still achieve a similarly creamy texture and rich taste. Experiment with different milk types and frothing techniques to find what you like best!

Enjoy Your Homemade Cappuccino!

To make a cappuccino with a pour-over coffee setup, you will need the following equipment: a pour-over coffee dripper, a coffee grinder, a milk frother, and a coffee cup. Follow these general steps to create a delightful cappuccino at home:

Grind your coffee beans to a fine consistency and place the grounds in the pour-over coffee dripper. Heat water to around 200 degrees Fahrenheit and pour it over the coffee grounds in the dripper. As the coffee brews, use your milk frother to froth milk to a thick and creamy consistency. Once the coffee has finished brewing, pour it into your coffee cup. Gently pour the frothed milk over the coffee, being careful not to disturb the crema on top of the coffee.

Note: Adjust the steps and details based on your equipment and personal preference for the perfect homemade cappuccino.