Coffee Bag

Super convenient and easy. Brew a cup of healthy and tasty black coffee without coffee gear.

Pour, bounce, steep- anyone, anytime, anywhere!
coffee bag recipe

Tastes Better Drip Bag Coffee

Brewing with coffee bag is not something new. In the Nanyang Coffee tradition, some coffee manufacturers pack Kopi-O (Robusta coffee wok-roasted with sugar and margarine or butter) in coffee filter bags for Kopi lovers to brew at home. As such, Kopi-O lovers just need to steep and remove the coffee bag with a spoon. Compared to the Japanese-style drip bag coffee, the coffee bag is easier to brew and gives a less acidic cup with fuller body (more ‘gao’).

Bean Rock Coffee Specialty Coffee Bag is an improved and healthier version of the traditional Kopi-O Coffee Bag. Instead of dark roast Robusta, we use Arabica beans of specialty grade, so you’ll get to taste a flavourful and naturally sweet coffee. Absolutely no additives added or needed! At the same time, the attached string makes the whole brewing process super clean and convenient. This is also the most important feature, because you’ll need the string to bounce!

Get bouncy with coffee bag

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Coffee bag brewing tips

  • Use a sturdy mug that can hold at least 250ml of liquid, to prevent spilling when you bounce and steep the coffee bag.
  • Brew with hot water just off the boil for the maximum extraction.
  • Adjust the bouncing amount and steeping duration according to taste preference: Bounce more for a thicker body, or bounce less for a tea-like mouthfeel.
  • Bouncing is necessary to agitate the coffee grounds. Steeping without bouncing will result in a weak and hollow brew.
  • The bouncy method is one of the many brewing ways to give a nice cup of coffee. There are other ways to get a good brew too. For example, stir and squeeze with a spoon, add fresh milk or concentrated milk etc. Feel free to experiment and have fun!

How to play

Step 1: Pour

Pour 180ml of hot water just off the boil. Let water saturate the coffee grounds in the coffee bag for 1 minute.

coffee bag brew step 1 pour 180g hot water

Step 2: Bounce & Steep

At 1:00, bounce the coffee bag up and down for approximately 80 times.

  • For a tea-like mouthfeel, bounce about 60x and remove the coffee bag at 5-minute mark.
  • For a thicker body (more ‘gao’), bounce as much as you like for 5 minutes and steep the coffee for a longer duration. But cap the total brew time at 10 minutes to minimise astringency.

Enjoy the coffee aroma as you brew!

 

Alternatively, you can also cover your mug with a lid to retain more heat, then set it aside to do your work. 

coffee bag brew step 2 bounce and steep

Step 3: Remove & Serve

At 5:00, remove coffee bag from the mug. Serve as is.

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Smell, slurp, enjoy!

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Zen

Roast: Espresso Roast; Light | Medium Dark
Region: Colombia | El Salvador
Processing: Washed
Varietal: Castillo, Caturra | Red Bourbon

 

About This Coffee

In the regions where Colombian and Salvadoran coffee farmers reside, there’s a backdrop of historical turbulence and political instability. Yet, amidst it all, life persists, fueled by coffee. Just as the name of this blend suggests – Zen.

 

Tailored to complement any espresso-based drink, Zen coffee blend is crafted with balanced acidity and body, ensuring a harmonious cup. It’s simple and straightforward, offering a classic and unpretentious coffee experience that helps you stay calm and carry on, no matter what life throws your way.

Power

Roast: Espresso Roast; Medium | Medium Dark
Region: Brazil | El Salvador
Processing: Natural | Washed
Varietal: Yellow Bourbon | Red Bourbon

 

About This Coffee

This coffee blend is like a symphony of control and freedom dancing on your taste buds. Get ready to experience the delightful fusion of honey and nutty flavors, with a creamy mouthfeel that’s simply irresistible.

 

For an extra kick, pair it with milk and let the magic unfold!

 

But hey, before you do anything, take a moment to sniff and taste the wonderful brew in your cup!

Joy

Roast: Espresso Roast; Medium Dark
Region: El Salvador, El Borbollon
Processing: Washed
Varietal: Red Bourbon
Elevation: 1400 – 1500 MASL

 

About This Coffee

Renowned for its dedication to sustainable farming, this farm in El Borbollon prioritises environmental stewardship and the well-being of its workers. Give it a try and you’ll walk away with a smile on your face and a spring in your step!

Refresh

Roast: Filter Roast; Medium Light | Medium
Region: Rwanda | Brazil
Processing: Washed | Natural
Varietal: Bourbon | Yellow Bourbon

 

About This Coffee

Are you in the mood for a coffee that’s both nutty and floral, yet still packs a rich, full-bodied punch?

 

Our blend of sweet Rwanda and robust Brazil coffee is just what you need!

 

This special combination brings out the best of both worlds, giving Rwanda’s light body a creamy, rounded texture. It’s the perfect brew to cosy up with, especially when paired with some tropical music!

Luxury

Roast: Filter Roast; Light
Region: Tablón de Gómez
Processing: Washed
Varietal: Castillo, Caturra
Elevation: 1800 – 2100 MASL

 

About This Coffee

This coffee is produced by 20 smallholders from Tablón de Gómez, Nariño. Located on the border with Ecuador, Nariño has a history of FARC activity which has caused instability. However, it is in this region that some of the most exceptional coffees in Colombia are grown. Only lots scoring 85+ compose this coffee.

Nostalgia

Roast: Espresso Roast; Light | Medium
Region: Colombia | Brazil
Processing: Washed | Natural
Varietal: Castillo, Caturra | Yellow Bourbon

About This Coffee

This coffee blend is a heartwarming fusion of Brazil’s fertile land and Colombia’s adventurous terrain.

 

It captures the nostalgic essence of chocolatey, sweet, and creamy flavours, wrapping you in a cosy embrace with each sip. Its comforting taste evokes memories of lazy afternoons, inviting you to sink into the couch, perhaps with a movie marathon or simply to savour the moment.

 

Perfect for both pour over and espresso, Nostalgia is your go-to for indulgent, cosy moments.

Romance

Roast: Filter Roast; Medium Light
Region: Rwanda, Gitega Hills Lot 140
Processing: Washed
Varietal: Bourbon
Elevation: 1500 – 2200 MASL

 

About This Coffee

Located in east-central Africa, Rwanda is warmly known as “the land of a thousand hills.” About half a million smallholder farmers grow coffee here, each owning around 180 coffee trees.

 

The Gitega Hills Washing Station, established in 2016 on 6 hectares of land, hires locals and helps create jobs in the area. Lot 140 is a microlot carefully selected and meticulously processed to ensure consistency and exceptional quality.

Filter roast

Light and flavourful. For the connoisseur of sweet hand brew.

Espresso roast

Chocolatey and roasty. Perfect for espresso, long black and coffee with milk!