expression, ichidan verb
make coffee; brew coffee
Standard expression for preparing coffee, typically by drip, pour-over, or similar methods.
朝起きたら、まずコーヒーを淹れる。
When I wake up in the morning, the first thing I do is make coffee.
お客さんにコーヒーを淹れてあげた。
I made coffee for the guest.
Kanji spelling using 淹れる, which specifically means to brew or steep, is common for coffee and tea.
Using the general 入れる is also widely seen, but 淹れる is preferred for brewing.
Used for making tea; 淹れる can also be used for tea, but 入れる is more common for tea.
Phrase composed of コーヒー (coffee) + を + 淹れる (to brew). The verb 淹れる is specifically used for brewing coffee or tea.