How to Brew Pour-Over Coffee with the Backpacking Coffee Set

Quick Answer

Use the Snow Peak Backpacking Coffee Set—Trek 700 Titanium pot, Collapsible Coffee Drip, and Ti-Double 450 Mug—to brew a clean, flavorful pour-over coffee at camp. Boil water, set up the dripper, bloom grounds, and pour slowly for the best extraction.

Step-by-Step Brewing Instructions

1. Step 1: Boil Water in the Trek 700: Fill the Trek 700 Titanium pot with fresh water and bring it to a full boil over your camp stove. For pour-over coffee, you want water just off the boil—around 200°F (93°C)—so let it rest 30 seconds after boiling. Common mistake: Using boiling water directly can scorch the grounds and create bitter coffee. Let it cool slightly.
2. Step 2: Set Up the Collapsible Coffee Drip: Unfold the Collapsible Coffee Drip and place it on top of the Ti-Double 450 Mug. Insert a standard cone filter (size 02 or 04) and rinse it with a small amount of hot water to warm the mug and remove paper taste. Discard the rinse water. Checkpoint: Make sure the drip sits level on the mug rim so water doesn't spill.
3. Step 3: Add Coffee Grounds and Bloom: Add 15–17 grams of medium-fine ground coffee (about 2 tablespoons) to the filter. Pour just enough hot water to saturate the grounds evenly—about 30 grams. Wait 30 seconds for the bloom to release CO₂ and improve extraction. Common mistake: Skipping the bloom leads to uneven extraction and a flat-tasting cup.
4. Step 4: Pour Water in Stages: Slowly pour the remaining hot water in a spiral motion, starting from the center and moving outward. Pour 50 grams at a time, waiting for the water to drain before adding more. Total water should be 250–300 grams (about 1 to 1.25 cups). Checkpoint: Total brew time should be 2.5–3 minutes. If it's faster, grind finer; if slower, grind coarser.
5. Step 5: Serve and Enjoy: Once the water has fully drained through the grounds, remove the Collapsible Coffee Drip and discard the used filter. The Ti-Double 450 Mug will keep your coffee hot for 20–30 minutes. Sip and enjoy your camp brew. Common mistake: Leaving the drip on the mug after brewing can cause over-extraction—remove it as soon as the water drains.

Gear Used in This Guide

• Backpacking Coffee Set: Comprised of three, lightweight coffee tools, the Backpacking Coffee Set consists of everything needed for the perfect cup while out on the trail. The space-saving kit includes the Trek 700 Titanium for boiling water, the Collapsible Coffee Drip for easy pour-overs, and the Ti-Double 450 Mug for insulating hot drinks. You don't need to buy separate pieces—this set is designed to work together, saving weight and pack space while delivering a reliable pour-over brew.