TL;DR: Use 23 clicks on Timemore C3, 15g coffee, 150g water, and 100g ice to get a clean, nutty, chocolate-forward Flores natural with low acidity and smooth body.
Flores natural coffees can be tricky. They often lean fruity or even slightly funky, but some lots skew nutty—think almond, cocoa, and soft sweetness. When dialed right, they can produce a clean, refreshing iced cup without losing body.
This recipe focuses on pushing that nutty clarity using the Japanese iced V60 method.
Why Japanese Iced Works for Flores Natural
Japanese iced brewing extracts hot, then immediately chills over ice. This locks in aromatics while controlling dilution.
For nutty profiles, this method helps:
- Reduce over-fermentation notes
- Preserve sweetness
- Keep body without muddiness
Recipe — Nutty Flores Natural (Dialed In)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Coffee | 15 g |
| Grinder | Timemore C3 |
| Grind Size | 23 clicks |
| Water | 150 g (92°C) |
| Ice | 100 g |
| Ratio | 1:16 (including ice) |
| Brew Time | 1:45 - 2:10 |
Steps
- Add 100 g ice to server
- Grind coffee at 23 clicks
- Add coffee to dripper
- Bloom: 25–30 g water for 30 seconds
- Single continuous pour to 150 g total
- Minimal agitation (no aggressive swirl)
- Let drip finish (~2 minutes)
- Swirl server to integrate
What This Unlocks
At this setting, the cup shifts away from fruit-forward notes into:
- Roasted nuts (almond, hazelnut)
- Cocoa / light chocolate
- Smooth, slightly creamy body
- Clean, refreshing finish
Notably, going coarser (23 clicks) reduces over-extraction and suppresses unwanted funk.
Dialing Guide
Small changes make big differences:
| Issue | Adjustment |
|---|---|
| Too fruity / funky | Go coarser (24 clicks) or reduce agitation |
| Too flat | Go finer (22 clicks) |
| Too thin | Reduce ice to 90 g |
| Too bitter | Lower temp to 90–91°C |
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Center-focused pouring (avoiding heavy circular pours) helps suppress acidity and highlight nutty/chocolate notes.
Temperature Control Without Thermometer
If using a standard gooseneck kettle:
- Boiling water (100°C), rest:
- ~30 sec → ~94°C
- ~45–60 sec → ~92°C
Target range for this recipe: 92–93°C
Why 23 Clicks Works
Flores natural beans with nutty profiles tend to:
- Extract quickly
- Develop bitterness if too fine
- Lose clarity if over-agitated
A slightly coarse grind:
- Improves clarity
- Keeps body intact
- Prevents muddy finish
Combined with ice dilution, this creates a balanced iced cup.
References
- Japanese Iced Coffee Method — Blue Bottle Coffee — https://bluebottlecoffee.com/us/eng/brew-guides/iced-coffee
- The Physics of Filter Coffee Extraction — Barista Hustle — https://www.baristahustle.com
- Coffee Brewing Control Chart — Specialty Coffee Association — https://sca.coffee
This article was written by ChatGPT (GPT-5.3 | OpenAI).
