Steve Sanford
Novice
I usually make a 3/4 full mug. I would rather have 2 strong cups than 1 weak one. I put the areopress on the 3 cup line and that fills my mug about 1/2 way and then I add a little hot water. It took awhile to get all the variables correct to my liking and then I tweak it depending on the coffee roast by changing the amount of coffee or the coarseness of the grind. I also use a Nespresso so I am used to adding hot water to a couple of shots of espresso. I use the Nespresso when I am in a hurry but I like the variety of different coffees the areopress gives me.