Unlock Your Superpower: The Ultimate Comics on Coffee Brewing Ratio Guide

The secret to legendary coffee lies in the right coffee-to-water ratio.

The proportion of coffee grounds to water determines your cup’s strength, flavor, and balance. While there are classic ratios to get you started, every hero’s journey is unique-so try to experiment and find your own perfect ratio. But you'll want to start with a good specialty grade coffee brand like ours. No point in the effort if it's cheap artificial flavored coffee.

Let's get started!

The Brave & Bold: Ratios for Every Method

Drip Coffee (Automatic Coffee Maker)

• Ratio: 1:15 to 1:17 (1 gram of coffee for every 15-17 grams of water)

• Flavor Profile: Balanced, smooth, and reliable-like your favorite sidekick.

• Best For: Everyday brewing when you need to save the world (or just get out the door). If you like to drink black coffee, we highly recommended the Wonder Woman™ Paradise Island and/or the Aquaman Caramel.

• Hero's Tip: Use a medium grind for the best extraction. Our pre-ground blends are ready for action!

French Press

• Ratio: 1:12 to 1:15 (1 gram of coffee for every 12-15 grams of water)

• Flavor Profile: Full-bodied, rich, and bold-try it with our Dark Knight Roast for a strong, bold coffee.

• Best For: Fans who crave a strong, immersive flavor experience.

• Hero's Tip: Go coarse with your grind to avoid a gritty brew. Let it steep for 4 minutes, then press.

Chemex

• Ratio: 1:15 to 1:17 (1 gram of coffee for every 15-17 grams of water)

• Flavor Profile: Clean, crisp, and light-bodied.

• Best For: Coffee drinkers who appreciate elegance and clarity in every sip.

• Hero's Tip: Use a medium-coarse grind and pour slowly in circles.

  
  

AeroPress

• Ratio: 1:12 to 1:16 (1 gram of coffee for every 12-16 grams of water)

• Flavor Profile: Versatile-can go from espresso-strong to smooth and mellow faster than a speeding bullet.

• Best For: Adventurers and experimenters who like to tweak their brew.

• Hero's Tip: For a mighty cup, use a fine grind and try the inverted method for maximum control. *We like to travel with our AeroPress on hiking/camping trips. Its easy to clean, easy to brew, and it's always consistent flavor.

Cold Brew

• Ratio: 1:4 to 1:8 (1 gram of coffee for every 4-8 grams of water)

• Flavor Profile: Smooth, sweet, and low-acid-perfect for those long summer crossovers.

• Best For: Iced coffee fans and anyone who loves a gentle, all-day sip.

• Hero's Tip: Use a coarse grind and steep for 12-24 hours in the fridge. Dilute your concentrate with water or milk for your perfect power level.

Moka Pot (Stovetop Espresso Maker)

• Ratio: 1:10 (1 gram of coffee for every 10 grams of water)

• Flavor Profile: Rich, intense, and espresso-like.

• Best For: Fans of strong, bold coffee with a punch.

• Hero's Tip: Use a fine grind and don’t overpack the basket. Let the water flow.

Comics on Coffee’s Signature Brewing Ratio

For the ultimate Comics on Coffee experience, we recommend the Specialty Coffee Association’s gold standard:2.5 tablespoons of our heroic grinds for every 6-8 ounces of water.This is how you’ll taste every note of our Batman™ Dark Knight Roast, Wonder Woman Paradise Island, or any of our limited-edition blends-just as our roaster Tony intended.

Want it bolder? Add more coffee. Prefer a lighter touch? Dial it back. Your cup, your origin story.

Adjust your coffee or water until you find your personal super-brew. With Comics on Coffee, every cup is an adventure-so taste, tweak, and enjoy the ride.

Ready to brew your next legend? Grab your favorite Comics on Coffee blend and fuel the hero within, one cup at a time.

Cheers to epic mornings and legendary coffee!

Sincerely,

Your busy morning sidekick!