This method proves that making great tasting coffee doesn't have to cost a lot of money.

A four dollar plastic filter cone will beat out an expensive automatic drip coffee maker every time, hands down.

Heat some good quality water. Grind the beans using a fine (not coarse grind) setting. Use 3 to 5 tablespoons of coffee for each 8oz of water. After the water boils, place it on the counter for 30 to 45 seconds so that it cools to about 198 degrees. If you are not using Chemex paper filters, run some hot water through the "other kind" to get rid of the papery taste. (Hint: Use Chemex paper filter when available.) Put the plastic cone in the vessel of your choice. Put the paper filter inside the plastic cone. Pour your coffee grounds into the paper filter. Pour a small amount of water over the grounds, allowing them to "bloom" a bit. Next, (very slowly) pour the rest of the water over the grounds while stirring gently. Stir. Stir. Stir some more.

When all the coffee has drained from the filter it is ready to drink. Don't let it sit.

Drink it now. Enjoy.