Once your coffee is ground, you're ready to begin brewing. It's always best to grind only enough for each use, as coffee flavor and aroma will break down rather quickly. Follow these instructions for a perfect cup of Millstone® Coffee:

• Measure one tablespoon per six-ounce cup (adjust based on your taste preference)

• Use fresh, cold tap water, bottled water or, preferably, distilled water

• Make sure your coffeemaker and pot are as clean as possible (if you use an automatic drip machine, clean it with a weak vinegar solution, followed by a fresh water rinse)

• Follow brewing instructions for your particular coffeemaker

• Once your brew is finished, remove it from heat immediately (coffee sitting on a burner can start to degrade in 20 minutes)

• Keep your brew fresh in a thermal container

• Never reheat coffee, which can destroy its flavor and leave you with a burnt, bitter taste