Why Should I Use A Scale? Using a scale is not a preference if you’re really wanting to make specialty coffee. It is a tool that is absolutely necessary to achieve specialty coffee! A scale not only allows us to accurately and consistently make coffee we want to drink, but it also allows us to gauge the overall length and time of our brew. Read on!

It is important to use a scale when making coffee because the ratio of coffee to water is crucial to the flavor of the coffee. Too much water and the coffee will be weak and watery. Too little water and the coffee will be strong and bitter. The ideal ratio is between 55 and 60 grams of coffee per liter of water.

Using a scale ensures that the ratio of coffee to water is accurate, which in turn results in a cup of coffee with the perfect balance of flavor. Coffee that is too weak will be bland and uninspiring, while coffee that is too strong will be bitter and unpleasant. The perfect cup of coffee is achieved when the coffee is brewed with the proper amount of water, and a scale is the best way to ensure that this ratio is achieved.

In addition to the flavor of the coffee, the amount of water used also affects the strength of the coffee. If you want a stronger cup of coffee, use less water. If you want a weaker cup of coffee, use more water. The ratio of coffee to water is important not only for the flavor of the coffee, but also for the strength.

The RIGHT WAY TO MAKE COFFEE: USE A SCALE

-Start with clean, fresh water. -Use filtered water if your tap water is not good.
-Weigh your coffee. -The coffee:water ratio is important. Use 55-60 grams of coffee per liter of water.
-Grind your coffee beans just before brewing. -Coffee begins to stale immediately after grinding.
-Brew your coffee. -There are many ways to brew coffee. Find a method that suits your taste.
-Enjoy your coffee!

Here are some great scales if Acaia, the leading scales for coffee is out of the question.

This one is great for all around pour over / espresso.

This one is more sleek, and better for espresso 

Oh! And you’ll need some good coffee built for espresso with that 😉