Filter Coffee Guide

A guide to making great filter coffee at Common Good using our Fellow Ode 2 grinder and Moccamaster brewer.

Quick Start

Follow these steps in order for a great batch of filter coffee.

1. Weigh the beans

• Use the digital scales on the counter
• Weigh ~60g of beans directly into the Fellow Ode hopper
• Coffee beans are stored in the Airscape canister (1L) near the grinder

2. Grind the beans

• Set the grind dial to around 7 on the Fellow Ode 2
• Start the grinder and let it run until complete
• Use the grinds knocker (give it a tap) to knock out any remaining grounds and keep the grinder clean

3. Prepare the Moccamaster

• Place a paper filter in the filter basket
• Add the ground coffee to the filter
• Important: Make sure the brew basket latch is open (so the coffee can flow through)

4. Add water

• Fill the Moccamaster reservoir to level 6-8 with fresh cold water
• Never use hot water in the reservoir

5. Brew

• Switch on the power button
• The brew takes about 4-6 minutes
• Fresh milk is in the fridge

Using the Hot Plate

The Moccamaster has a hot plate that keeps brewed coffee warm at around 80-85°C.

• Auto shut-off: The hot plate automatically turns off after 100 minutes
• Manual control: You can turn off the machine at any time using the power switch
• Keep it clear: Don't place anything on or near the hot plate — it stays hot even after brewing

Existing coffee

If there's already coffee in the carafe:

• Within the last hour or two — It's fine to pour yourself a cup
• Unknown age or been there all day — Best to make a fresh batch. Old coffee tastes stale and isn't worth drinking
• Never reheat overnight coffee — If coffee has been left overnight, discard it and start fresh

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Dialling In Your Coffee

If your coffee doesn't taste quite right, adjust the grind setting on the Fellow Ode 2.

Coffee-to-Water Ratio

The standard ratio is 60g of coffee per litre of water. Here's a quick reference:

Tips for Better Coffee

Freshness matters

• Coffee tastes best within 2-4 weeks of roasting
• Keep beans sealed in the Airscape canister to preserve freshness
• Only grind what you need for each batch

Water quality

• Use fresh, cold water each time
• The Moccamaster heats water to the optimal brewing temperature (92-96°C)

Clean equipment

• Empty used grounds promptly
• Rinse the carafe and filter basket after each use
• The grinds knocker on the Fellow Ode helps keep the grinder clean between uses

Equipment Reference

Fellow Ode 2 Grinder

• 64mm flat burrs designed for filter coffee
• Grind range: 1 (finest) to 11 (coarsest)
• Anti-static technology reduces mess
• Fellow Ode 2 User Guide (PDF)

Moccamaster

• Brews 1.25L (10 cups) in about 4-6 minutes
• Copper heating element for consistent temperature
• Handmade in the Netherlands
• Moccamaster Directions for Use

Cleaning Up

Before leaving:

• Turn off the machine — Even though it auto-shuts off after 100 minutes, please turn it off when done
• Empty the filter basket — Discard used grounds in the bin and rinse the basket
• Empty and rinse the carafe — Don't leave old coffee in the carafe
• Wipe up any spills — Keep the area clean for others

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