Ode Brew Grinder Gen 2
To unlock the full potential of Red2Roast’s Mountains of the Moon Medium Roast, the Fellow Ode Gen 2 Brew Burrs provide the exact precision needed to balance its vibrant Ugandan terroir. These SL14 and SL28 varieties are grown at extreme altitudes (up to 2,200 MASL), resulting in a dense bean that requires the Gen 2's specialized flat-burr geometry to extract those complex "Sweet Strawberry" and "Bright Grapefruit" notes without introducing bitterness.
The Dial-In Guide
For the best experience, we recommend a V60 or similar pour-over method. Because these beans are naturally processed and medium-roasted, they are soluble and expressive. Set your Gen 2 to a range between 5.0 and 6.0 (or approximately 5.1 for a more "focused" acidity). This setting utilizes the burrs' ability to produce a highly uniform, medium-fine particle size—similar to coarse sea salt—which ensures the water flows evenly through the grounds during the recommended 2:30–3:00 minute brew time.
Brewing Workflow
Start with 15g of coffee and 250g of water heated to 94°C (201°F). The Gen 2’s anti-static technology is particularly useful here, as naturally processed beans can produce more chaff; you’ll enjoy a mess-free transition from the 100g catch cup to your dripper. The result is a cup where the Gen 2’s clarity shines, allowing the delicate caramel sweetness of Erisa’s harvest to anchor the bright, citrusy finish. If the grapefruit notes feel too sharp, move one click coarser; if you miss the strawberry sweetness, move one click finer.
The Rwenzori Protocol
V60 Pour-Over
- Dose (Coffee): 15g
- Yield (Water/Output): 250g
- Grind Size: Medium-Fine (Similar to coarse sea salt)
- Water Temperature: 94°C (201°F) - Hotter water helps extract those bright fruit notes.
- Brew Time: 2:30 - 3:00 minutes
- Note: Set the Ode Brew Grinder Gen 2 to 5.1
Step-by-step Instruction:
- Rinse your paper filter with hot water and discard the water. Add your 15g of ground coffee.
- 0:00 - Bloom: Pour 45g of water in circles. Swirl the brewer gently and let it sit for 45 seconds to release trapped gases.
- 0:45 - First Pour: Pour in slow, concentric circles up to 150g of water.
- 1:30 - Second Pour: Continue pouring gently until you reach your total weight of 250g.
- Give the brewer one final gentle swirl and let it drain completely.
Pro-Tip: Naturally processed Rwenzori coffees can sometimes produce more "fines" (coffee dust) when ground, which might slow down your brew. If your water is draining too slowly, try grinding just a tiny bit coarser next time!