How to make black coffee without machine

Making black coffee without a machine is easy and can be done using a few different methods. Here are two popular ways to make black coffee without a machine:

1. Pour-Over Method:
   • Ingredients:
     • Coarsely ground coffee beans
     • Hot water
     • Coffee filter
     • Mug or carafe
   • Instructions:
     1. Boil water in a kettle.
     2. Place a coffee filter in a pour-over dripper or simply over the mouth of your mug.
     3. Add about 2 tablespoons of coarsely ground coffee to the filter.
     4. Slowly pour hot water over the coffee grounds in a circular motion, starting from the center and moving outward.
     5. Allow the water to filter through the coffee grounds into your mug or carafe.
     6. Let the coffee steep for about 4-5 minutes for optimal flavor extraction.
     7. Remove the filter with the grounds and discard them.
     8. Your black coffee is ready to be enjoyed!
2. French Press Method:
   • Ingredients:
     • Coarsely ground coffee beans
     • Hot water
     • French press
   • Instructions:
     1. Boil water in a kettle.
     2. Add about 2 tablespoons of coarsely ground coffee to the French press.
     3. Pour hot water over the coffee grounds until the French press is about one-third full.
     4. Stir the coffee grounds and water gently with a spoon to ensure even saturation.
     5. Place the lid on the French press, but do not press down the plunger yet.
     6. Let the coffee steep for about 4 minutes.
     7. After 4 minutes, slowly press down the plunger to separate the grounds from the brewed coffee.
     8. Pour the brewed coffee into your mug and enjoy your black coffee!

These methods may require a bit of practice to get the coffee-to-water ratio and brewing time just right, but once you find the perfect balance, you’ll be able to enjoy delicious black coffee made right at home, without the need for a machine.