So guys, over in the shop we have a great wood burning stove that keeps us warm in the winter and BONUS – doubles as an old school coffee maker! As I sipped on my coffee last week, I thought maybe I could share our process in case it was something you’d like to try at home.
The great thing about cowboy coffee is there is no fiddling with any coffee filters, k-cups or fancy smancy espresso machines… Just a great cup of coffee the way the pioneers made it!
Now before we begin, it’s important to note that this process takes a more than 1 minute to brew. I know some of us don’t have time for that, but I think it’s important to remember that great things sometimes take time. With that said, here is how we do it!
- First, take a nice big pot and fill it with 3 cups of water.
- Place the pot on your stove (or over a fire – no electricity required).
- Next, add 2 tablespoons of your favorite finely ground blend of coffee directly to the pot of water.
- Let the pot start to boil. Once it is rolling, let it boil about 4 minutes.
- Next, remove the pot from heat and let it sit for a couple minutes and then pour a little bit of cold water down the spout and into your pot. This helps the grounds sink to the bottom of the pot, allowing you to pour a cup of coffee without any grounds in it.
- Lastly, pour yourself 1 great cup of Joe! It’s fantastic!!!