Ingredients
- 15 to 18 grams whole coffee beans, about 1 tablespoon
- 8 to 12 ounces filtered water
Instructions
- Select 15 to 18 grams of whole coffee beans roasted within the past 4 weeks.
- Measure the beans with a kitchen scale for consistency.
- Grind the beans immediately before brewing.
- Use a medium grind consistency, similar to sand.
- Heat filtered water to 195 to 205 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let boiled water cool for about 30 seconds before pouring.
- Place the ground coffee into a pour-over cone, French press, or automatic drip machine.
- Pour the hot water slowly and evenly over the coffee grounds.
- Allow the coffee to brew for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Transfer the finished black coffee into a ceramic or glass mug.
- Drink within 15 minutes of brewing for the best flavor and potency.
- Consume in the morning on an empty stomach for appetite support.
- Drink 30 to 60 minutes before exercise if using it as a pre-workout beverage.
- Avoid drinking after 2 PM to prevent sleep disruption.
- Serve without sugar, cream, milk, honey, or artificial sweeteners.
Notes
Use whole coffee beans and grind them immediately before brewing for the strongest flavor and best weight loss-supporting compounds. Keep water between 195 and 205 degrees Fahrenheit to avoid weak or bitter coffee. Drink it completely black to preserve the zero-calorie benefits.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Brewed
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
