If you’re a fan of espresso but don’t own an espresso maker or machine, we’re here to help! Using a simple drip coffee machine, you can quickly brew a concentrated cup of Café Bustelo espresso. This dark Cuban coffee comes finely ground and ready to brew.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to make Café Bustelo in your drip coffee maker. This method is easy, inexpensive, and, best of all, delicious!
What’s Café Bustelo?
Café Bustelo is a Cuban brand of finely ground dark roast coffee. It has a rich, chocolatey taste and can be brewed using many brewing methods, including espresso machines and portable espresso makers. When brewing in a drip coffee maker, keep in mind that Café Bustelo is strong, so you’ll want to use less. If you want to learn how to make Café Bustelo, scroll down!
How to Make the Perfect Café Bustelo
NOTE: Café Bustelo can be made using several different brewing methods, so if you prefer a stovetop espresso maker or a pour-over, go for it. Using a drip machine is undeniably easy, though! For this guide, we used the Mr. Coffee 12-Cup Coffee Maker.
- Café Bustelo ground coffee
- Cold filtered water
- Drip coffee maker
- Basket Coffee Filter (#4)
1. Add water to your coffee machine.
Add cold water to the water reservoir in the back of the machine. Café Bustelo recommends that you add six ounces of cold water for every tablespoon of coffee.
Not into math? Try our handy coffee to water ratio calculator!
2. Set up the filter and coffee.
Put a #4 basket-shaped filter into the filter basket. Then add one tablespoon of coffee, making sure to spread the grounds evenly. If you’re making more espresso or want it to be stronger, add more coffee to taste.
3. Start brewing.
Turn your machine on and let it brew. This may take up to 10 minutes, depending on your coffee maker.
4. Serve and enjoy!
Pour your espresso into small cups or demitasses. Espresso is often drunk black, but you can add sugar or cream if you prefer. If you want to get creative, try making a homemade creamer or coffee syrup! For the most authentic experience, enjoy your Café Bustelo espresso on your deck or patio with a few friends. This is a social coffee drink!
Now You Know
Wasn’t that easy? The hardest part of brewing with Café Bustelo is adjusting the ratio of grounds to water to suit your preferences. Luckily, that won’t take long, and you’ll be drinking robust, flavorful espresso in no time. Leave the coffee shop behind and make Café Bustelo instead!
How to Make the Perfect Café Bustelo
Equipment
- Drip coffee maker
- Basket Coffee Filter (#4)
- Two small espresso cups
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Café Bustelo ground coffee
- 6 ounces cold filtered water
Instructions
- Add cold water to the water reservoir in the back of the machine. Café Bustelo recommends that you add six ounces of cold water for every tablespoon of coffee.
- Put a #4 basket-shaped filter into the filter basket. Then add one tablespoon of coffee, making sure to spread the grounds evenly. If you're making more espresso or want it to be stronger, add more coffee to taste.
- Turn your machine on and let it brew. This may take up to 10 minutes, depending on your coffee maker.
- Pour your espresso into small cups or demitasses. Espresso is often drunk black, but you can add sugar or cream if you prefer. If you want to get creative, try making a homemade creamer or coffee syrup!
Notes
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