The Chemex pour over brewer highlights the subtle flavours of coffee. Follow this recipe for a balanced, aromatic cup.
Equipment You'll Need:
- 6 or 8 cup Chemex
- Digital coffee scale
- Burr coffee grinder
Chemex Coffee Recipe:
- Coffee: 30g coarse grind
- Water: 500g (195-205°F)
Step-by-Step Chemex Brewing:
- Rinse Chemex filter & preheat
- Heat water to optimal temperature
- Grind coffee beans to coarse texture
- Add 30g coffee grounds to Chemex
- Zero scale & start timer as you bloom
- Bloom with 60g water for 30 seconds
- Pour to 250g at 0:30, 500g total at 1:00
- Give Chemex a gentle swirl
- Total brew time 4:00-4:30 minutes
- Enjoy nuanced, flavorful Chemex coffee!
Tips for Great Chemex Coffee:
- Adjust grind if brew time is over or under 4:00-4:30
- Use a consistent circular pouring technique
- Highlight fruity notes with light roast coffee
The Chemex is a pour over brewer that lets subtle flavours shine. Dial in the perfect cup!