Cafetiere coffee with coffee beans.

[styley]

I got a cafetiere and some packs of ground coffee at christmas. I was just wondering if I bought a coffee grinder and some coffee beans can they be used in the cafetiere? If so is it simply a matter of putting the ground beans into the cafetiere and pouring in hot water, the same way as with the packet stuff? Any pointers welcome.

[jack daniels]

Yes, freshly ground coffee beans can be used in the cafetiere/filter machine, in the same way as the packs.
Once you open the pack, store in an airtight container in the fridge or a cool place.
Don't grind too many coffee beans at once, it'll taste better the fresher it is.
I bought a stovetop espresso maker and I haven't looked back since - but you've got to like coffee to drink this (espresso) although you can use the espresso as a coffee base for other recipes e.g. Tiramasu or making cappucino etc...

good luck

[winebuyer]

Ground coffee keeps it's flavour and aroma remarkably well in a sealed freezer bag in the freezer.