How To Make Coffee with a Drip Coffee Maker

With all the coffee-making technology out there, you might think that it would be complicated to learn how to use a coffee maker. The good news is you don’t always need all the bells and whistles. Sometimes, the best way to make drip coffee is to keep it simple. Here’s how to make drip coffee using just the basic functions of your machine.   

 

LET'S MAKE IT


What You’ll Need:  
 

  • Traditional Drip Coffee Maker 
  • Coffee Filter 
  • Cold Distilled or Filtered Water 
  • Folgers® Coffee Grounds 

 

Brew Time: A Few Minutes 

 

1. ADD FILTER 
Place a new coffee filter in the brew basket of your automatic drip coffee maker.  

 

2. MEASURE COFFEE
For the recommended drip coffee ratio, add 1 tablespoon* of Folgers® coffee grounds to the filter for every 6-fluid ounce serving you plan to make. 

*Use a measuring spoon to ensure the exact amount 

 

3. MEASURE WATER 
Pour fresh, cold water to the brewer reservoir. Remember, add 6 fluid ounces of water for every tablespoon of coffee grounds. 

 

4. BREW 
Then, simply push the brew button and allow the brewing cycle to complete before pouring your first cup. Your coffee will soon be ready to enjoy. 

 

 

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