Brew Guide

How to Brew Our Coffee & Tea

From trailhead mornings to home-base rituals, here’s how to make the most of every cup.

☕ Brewing Our Coffee

Pour-Over 

• Coffee: 2½–3 tablespoons (about 0.5 oz)
• Water: 10–12 oz
• Water Temp: Just off the boil (195–205°F)
• Time: 3–4 minutes
  
• Pro Tip: Start with a small pour to "bloom" the coffee for 30 seconds before continuing. You'll get a smoother, brighter cup.

French Press

• Coffee: 2 tablespoons per 6 oz water
• Water Temp: 200°F
• Time: Steep for 4 minutes, then press slowly

Drip Machine

• Coffee: 1–2 tablespoons per 6 oz water
• Water Temp: Most machines do this automatically
  
• Pro Tip: Use filtered water and a clean machine for the best flavor.

On the Trail (Cowboy Style)

• Coffee: 2 tablespoons per 8 oz water
• How To: Add coffee to boiling water, remove from heat, let steep 4–5 minutes. Let grounds settle before sipping (or strain through a cloth).
  

🍵 Brewing Our Tea

Loose leaf tea gives you a fresher, fuller flavor—perfect for slow mornings and quiet moments.

Standard Mug or Teapot Brew

• Tea: 1 teaspoon (or a heaping pinch) per 8 oz water
• Water Temp & Time:
  • Green or White Tea: 175–185°F, steep 2–3 min
  • Black Tea: 200°F, steep 3–5 min
  • Herbal/Rooibos: Full boil (212°F), steep 5–7 min
    
• Pro Tip: Don’t overdo the steep time—especially for green teas. If it tastes bitter, pull back the time or temp.

Camp Mug Steep (The Easy Way)

• Tea: About 1 teaspoon per mug (8–10 oz)
• How To: Drop it in a mesh infuser or muslin bag, pour hot water over, let it steep right at your campsite.
  

💧 A Word on Water

Great coffee and tea start with great water. Use fresh, filtered water if you’re at home—or clean, safe water when you’re off the grid.

🌲 Wherever You Brew

At home, at elevation, or in the back of your car—Lonely Larch coffee and tea are made for moments that matter.
Drink up. Speak up. Let’s keep it wild out there.