Let's get you set up. You'll need:

• A pour-over dripper (like a V60 or Kalita)
• Filters (paper is easiest for a clean cup)
• A kettle (gooseneck is nice, but not required)
• A scale (or a measuring cup and tablespoon)
• Fresh coffee, ground medium-fine (like coarse sand)

Step-by-step:

1. Boil water and let it sit for 30 seconds. Aim for about 200°F (93°C).
2. Measure 20g of coffee and grind it to a medium-fine consistency.
3. Place the filter in the dripper and rinse it with hot water—this removes paper taste and preheats your mug.
4. Add coffee, then pour about 40g of water in a spiral, starting from the center and working outward. Let it bloom for 30 seconds.
5. Continue pouring in slow circles until you reach 320g of water total. Keep the pour steady and try to finish around 2:30–3:00 minutes.
6. Let it drain, then enjoy.

That's the basic formula. It's forgiving, and you'll get a clean, balanced cup even on your first try.