Brewing methods & recipes for filter coffee

We have taken a closer look at the topic of filter coffee so that you can get started right away.

There are many different brewing methods to make a tasty filter coffee in your cup. It is important that you have a hand grinder or an electric filter grinder, a scale with a timer function and, at best, a kettle where you can set the temperature.

It is important to know that we are only providing you with a guideline in this article; depending on the coffee, you will need to make adjustments.

The most important thing is that you always use filter roasts and not espresso roasts, as these are roasted too dark and quickly make the filter coffee taste bitter.

Grinding: the finer, the longer the brewing time. As with espresso, but here not every second counts.

Brewing time: the longer, the more aromas are released and the coffee is more concentrated. But try to avoid over-extraction.

Brewing ratio: If the coffee is still too watery, you can change the brewing ratio by using more coffee for the same amount of water. Or vice versa, use less coffee to the same amount of water.

Brewing temperature: At higher temperatures, more and easier flavours dissolve, similar to how sugar dissolves faster in hot water than in cold water.

Have fun brewing and experimenting. :-)

V60 Pour Over

It is important to note here that you wet the filter paper before you start the whole brewing process.

Brewingratio: 15g coffee to 250g water
Brewing temperature: 93 - 97°
Brewing time: 2.5 - 6 minutes

When you have prepared everything for the brewing process, the first step is blooming. This is the swelling of the coffee. To do this, pour 3 times the amount of water evenly over the coffee in the dripper. Wait 30 seconds and then pour on 150g. Wait about a minute and then pour on 250g one last time and wait until all the water has run through.

If this whole process takes less than 2.5 minutes, then your grind is too coarse and you need to adjust it finer. If your brewing process has taken 4 minutes, it may taste good or it may already be over-extracted, depending on the coffee. It depends on your taste buds. :-)

Chemex

The procedure here is exactly the same as for the V60 Pour Over. The filter paper for the Chemex is slightly thicker and has a different porosity.

Therefore, the filter coffee from the Chemex tastes somewhat finer and milder, more like tea in terms of the drinking sensation.

It is important to remember not to pour too much at once. Even if you have a large Chemex jug, pour twice for a more even extraction.

Aeropress

Here too, the starting position is the same as with the V60 Pour Over. Insert filter paper, wet, assemble.

Fill the Aeropress with ground coffee and start blooming. The difference here is that the water does not come out the other side straight away. After 30 seconds, add the rest of the water and leave for 2 minutes. Then put the plunger on and press down slowly and evenly.

Attention: Make sure that the flow valve is closed at the bottom before you start brewing!

Brewing ratio: 14g coffee to 220g water
Brewing temperature: 96°
Brewing time: 2 minutes

French Press

The French Press is probably the easiest coffee brewing method ever! The brewing ratio remains the same as with the V60 Pour Over brewing method.

In comparison, you pour in the entire amount of water at once, then stir once and let everything stand for about 4 minutes. If you want you can stir a second time and then press the plunger down or you can press it down without stirring a second time.

FYI: The more you stir, the more flavours are released. Again, you can try a little if you like.

Selection of products for filter coffee

^CHF 40,80 _AeroPress

AeroPress Go® Coffee Maker

The popular AeroPress® has been re-optimised for travelling, camping or simply working. The innovative design of the AeroPress Go packs all the necessary components into one drinking cup. The quality of the AeroPress® can be quickly described: fast, easy and a maximum taste experience. This hybrid method combines two coffee preparation methods: That of the French Press with that of pressure filtering. First, the ground coffee is poured over hot water, stirred and finally filtered under pressure. And that's it. This achieves everything between (almost) espresso and filter coffee.Of course, the AeroPress® cannot copy a real portafilter espresso, but it can produce a very espresso-like coffee with its own character. First and foremost, the AeroPress® is the ideal machine for making a perfect cup of gourmet coffee.The small size also makes AeroPress® an ideal companion for on the go, on holiday, hiking or camping. All you need is your favourite ground coffee and hot water from the thermos flask.

^CHF 19,20 _{Gre00f6sse 02}

Hario Glass Coffee Filter V60 01 Glass white, up to 2 cups

The Hario coffee filter is a further development of the classic porcelain filter and is highly regarded by coffee connoisseurs worldwide. It has curved indentations on the inner wall, a larger bottom opening and an optimised angle of the funnel. All this optimises the direction and speed of the water flow, allowing the best possible extraction of coffee aromas. The ceramic filter also won the prestigious "Good Design" award.

^CHF 105,60 _{900 ml}

Fellow Kettle 900ml, white

The Stagg Pour-Over kettle by Fellow convinces with its simple design, high-quality materials and functionality. The temperature display built into the lid gives you the exact water temperature in degrees Celsius and Fahrenheit. The "flow restrictor" allows you to control the water jet even better. With this kettle, you always keep an eye on the temperature with the built-in thermometer for the desired brewing range. You pour evenly and slowly with the balanced handle of the Stagg Pour-Over Kettle by Fellow.

^CHF 19,00 _{400 g}

Kaffa Goba Gessa, No 4, Ethiopia

Wild Coffee Collection No 04: 100% wild Arabica from the select 2017/18 forest harvest, single variety roasted in the Kaffa workshop. The Wild Coffee Collection is a limited and numbered edition of 480 bags. Hidden in the vast cloud forests on the hill sides along the Guma River, a very special trouvaille grows at almost 1800m above sea level. 202 farmers collect the noble wild coffee cherries in a forest area of 1275ha and dry them on long sun beds together in the village.After hulling, bean for bean is sorted by hand. For the Wild Coffee Collection, we select the best beans and roast them single-origin to create a powerful, intense coffee.

^CHF 31,60 _gru00fcn

Hario Porcelain Coffee Filter V60 02 porcelain dark green, up to 4 cups

^CHF 260,00 _silver

Etzinger etz-I, Trim, silver

Not only did Etzinger want to simplify (manual) grinding by aiming for user-friendliness, but they also wanted to focus more on the grinder itself, more precisely on the burrs - the heart of every single grinder.Based on our RRB (Rotating Ring Burr) mechanism with its AS-Jig, which was introduced years ago when SETTE (Baratza) and etzMAX were launched, Etzinger is now setting new standards in manual grinding ... with a new design, a retractable crank handle with ergonomic grip, a magnetically attached lid and collecting container, and a one-piece absolute vernier scale visible from the outside.Rotating hollow shafts to eliminate the troublesome centre mechanism ensure that your etz-I is quickly filled and ready for use. Thanks to the external vernier scale (identical reference point for all grinders), it is very easy to adjust the grind and return to your setting after cleaning. Opened with a flick of the wrist (literally), quickly cleaned and reassembled without tools or screws, that's what etz-I is all about. Not absolutely necessary, but very practical, is the retractable crank, which allows for space-saving storage. So you can easily stow and pack away the grinder - or simply display it next to the coffee machine.The etz-I was developed for users who prefer simple, quick and hygienic handling and assembly, for customers who prefer to keep things plain and simple and who (literally) want to enjoy a decent cup of coffee even if they don't know much about PSD, RDT or burr geometries.

^CHF 4,90 _{100 g}

Hario Paper Filter 01 40 Filter, up to 2 cups, white

For the V60 filter holder from Hario. Box of 40 paper filters for filter size 01 (up to 2 cups). For a clear, aromatic cup of coffee without sediment. To meet the high standards, Hario uses the very best Japanese paper. It is fine in the bleached version, because this develops less of its own taste (in contrast to the unbleached version); the paper is bleached in an environmentally friendly way with the help of oxygen.To remove the inherent taste from the paper, rinse the filter paper with boiling water before use, while it is already in the filter holder. This prevents the paper taste from interfering with the coffee, and the filter holder and the receptacle are preheated for the brewing process.

^CHF 9,20 _{87 g}

Abaca Coffee Papier Filter 01

Erlebe Kaffeefiltration auf einem neuen Niveau mit den Cafec ABACA Filterpapieren. Entwickelt für echte Kaffeeliebhaber und professionelle Baristas, sind diese Filter nicht nur ein einfaches Zubehör, sondern ein Schlüsselelement für einen aussergewöhnlichen Kaffeegenuss. Auch bei nur einer Tassen bietet dir der Abaca Coffee Papier Filter 01 die perfekte Lösung, um jedes Mal den besten Kaffee zu brühen.Cafec ABACA Filterpapiere sind aus nachhaltigen Hanffasern gefertigt, die viel stärker als herkömmlicher Holzzellstoff sind. Dies ermöglicht ein dünneres Papier, das dennoch viermal so widerstandsfähig ist. Diese speziell entwickelten Filter minimieren den Papiergeschmack im Kaffee, wodurch ein klareres und lebendigeres Geschmacksprofil entsteht.Die Cafec Filterpapiere sind mit Blick auf Nachhaltigkeit und Qualität konzipiert. Sie besitzen die FSC-Zertifizierung und sind aus Manilahanf und Zellstoff eines Aufforstungsprojekts gefertigt. Die "Crepes" Höhe wurde für einen reduzierten Materialverbrauch angepasst. Geeignet für Hario V60 und ähnliche Handfilter, bieten sie eine einfache und effiziente Handhabung. Mit ihrer Herstellung in Japan unterstreichen sie die Hingabe zu Qualität und Umweltfreundlichkeit.Die Cafec ABACA Filterpapiere sind ideal für die Zubereitung mit dem V60, Papierfilter, Waage, Timer, Mühle und Kanne. Die optimale Brühzeit liegt bei 3 Minuten, bei einer Brühtemperatur von 96°C. Verwende 250g gereinigtes Wasser und 15g mittelfein gemahlenen Kaffee für das beste Ergebnis. Das V60-Rezept ist einfach und effektiv: Filter einsetzen, mit heissem Wasser spülen, um Papiergeschmack zu entfernen und die Ausrüstung vorzuwärmen, dann das Wasser entfernen und den Brühvorgang starten. Diese Filter sorgen für eine schnelle und konsistente Durchflussrate, wodurch der Kaffee ein sauberes und intensives Geschmacksprofil erhält.Mit den Cafec ABACA Filterpapieren wird jede Kaffeepause zu einem besonderen Erlebnis. Entdecke die Klarheit und Intensität deines Kaffees mit diesen hochwertigen Filtern.

^CHF 31,60 _{incl. Mwst.}

Hario Porcelain Coffee Filter V60 02. black, up to 4 cups

^CHF 45,80 _56,80

Chemex Woodneck 6 Cup

The Chemex is an absolute eye-catcher. Functionality and design are combined in a practical and elegant coffee filter. The Chemex is unique in every respect. Filter coffee of incomparable clarity and the outstanding design secure the Chemex its own category among our preparation methods, and not without reason.The carafe is made in one piece from heat-resistant borosilicate glass. Its handle in the form of a wooden sleeve allows for very easy handling. With the Chemex, you brew the coffee as with other PourOver filters, but you also serve it directly from the pot. The secret of the Chemex lies in its shape with a single large opening and the conical filters, which ensures that the coffee is extracted evenly.The Chemex® was developed in 1941 by the German-born chemist Dr. Peter Schlumbohm in New York. He created a perfect interplay of pot, filter technology and hand infusion. For example, the groove in the upper part of the pot facilitates pouring and allows air exchange between the top and bottom.In the collection of MoMA, New York, the Corning Museum of Glass and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.The Illinois Institute of Technology named the carafe one of the 100 best-designed products of the modern era.

^CHF 98,00 _Bamboo

Loveramics Hand Mill Bamboo

Loveramics has developed a hand coffee grinder made of bamboo and ceramic for the discerning home brewer. Designed by British designer Simon Stevens. This patented invention sets a new standard for grinding coffee with ceramics. The very sharp burr is comparable to industrial grinders and ensures a consistent grind for very good brewing performance. The housing is made of renewable bamboo and natural materials.The lower part of the Loveramics coffee grinder has a collecting cup made of solid bamboo with a flat bottom. This gives good stability during grinding. The ergonomic design allows on the one hand to have a hands-free efficient grinding position, on the other hand the hand grinder can be placed on a flat surface for a more stable grinding process.

^CHF 25,00 _{250 g}

Drip Roasters Colombia El Diviso

At first sip, this coffee surprises with a strong, intense flavour and an exciting note. On the second sip, flavours of cherry and red berries emerge, accompanied by a full body. The coffee is exceptionally sweet and impresses with tropical fruit flavours such as passion fruit, pineapple and mango. Despite its fruity intensity, it remains balanced, clear and somewhat reminiscent of a multi-fruit juice - but with a much more complex flavour structure. An impressive example of how versatile coffee can taste. This coffee is strongly reminiscent of the El Diviso 180 from 2022, with both coffees sharing similar fermentation methods and tropical fruit flavours. However, the Ombligon is more elegant, clearer and more complex. During the harvest, only very ripe coffee cherries are picked, which is checked by measuring the sugar content with a Brix meter. The cherries are first placed in open plastic containers for 48 hours, where they oxidise. The sugar and pH values are checked regularly. The cherries are then placed in cold water to remove any unripe, damaged or light beans floating on the surface.

^CHF 59,50 _Standard

Hario Skerton Ceramic Plus Ceramic Hand Coffee Grinder

The Skerton hand grinder is one of the best products from Hario. The coffee grinder is robust and compactly built. Now with protective lid. The Skerton hand mill is one of Hario's best products. The coffee grinder is robust and compactly built and now available with a protective lid.It is ergonomically built and allows a pleasant and at the same time efficient grinding. The non-slip rubber on the base ensures comfortable handling. The ceramic cone grinder can be adjusted in stages from espresso to filter coffee to French press grind.The aromas of the freshly ground coffee immediately reach your nose after removing the lid. Grinding by hand takes a little longer than with an electric grinder, but is all the more satisfying for it. It is a special pleasure to start the day with a hand-ground filter coffee.The hopper can hold up to 100 g of coffee at a time, ideal for 4-6 servings. The other parts of the grinder can be easily disassembled so that excess coffee and oils can be quickly removed.

^CHF 40,80 _{incl. Mwst.}

AeroPress Coffeemaker

The AeroPress® offers fragrant coffee lovers countless possibilities to prepare coffee quickly and easily on the go or at home. An all-rounder that the coffee scene can no longer be imagined without. The quality of the AeroPress® can be described quickly: fast, simple and a maximum taste experience. This hybrid method combines two coffee preparation methods: That of the French Press with that of pressure filtering. First, the ground coffee is poured over hot water, stirred and finally filtered under pressure. And that's it. This achieves everything between (almost) espresso and filter coffee.Of course, the AeroPress® cannot copy a real portafilter espresso, but it can produce a very espresso-like coffee with its own character. First and foremost, the AeroPress® is the ideal machine for making a perfect cup of gourmet coffee.The small size also makes AeroPress® an ideal companion for on the go, on holiday, hiking or camping. All you need is your favourite ground coffee and hot water from the thermos flask.

^CHF 31,60 _pink

Hario Porcelain Coffee Filter V60 02 porcelain pink, up to 4 cups

^CHF 7,20 _{100 g}

Hario Paper Filter 01, up to 2 cups

For the V60 filter holder from Hario. 100 paper filters for filter size 01 (up to 2 cups). For a clear, aromatic cup of coffee without sediment. To meet the high requirements, Hario uses the very best Japanese paper. It is fine in the bleached version, because this develops less of its own taste (in contrast to the unbleached version); the paper is bleached in an environmentally friendly way with the help of oxygen.To remove the inherent taste from the paper, rinse the filter paper with boiling water before use, while it is already in the filter holder. This prevents the paper taste from interfering with the coffee, and the filter holder and the receptacle are preheated for the brewing process.

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^CHF 10,80 _{90 g}

Chemex filter paper white, unfolded, 1 to 3 cups

100 unfolded white paper filters for 1 to 3 cups of Chemex carafe. Compared to conventional filters, the Chemex paper filters are approx. 20% to 30% heavier and thus ensure an optimal extraction time. For the Chemex carafes, the filters are unfolded and must be folded once for use. However, this is done in a few seconds and the process is also described on the packaging.Cone shape ensures even extraction for pure coffee taste. Thicker (20-30% more than the competition) special fibre filter design keeps bitter elements, oils and grounds in place (and out of the cup).Fits most other cone-shaped filter coffee machines.

^CHF 24,10 _{incl. Mwst.}

Hario Water Brew Coffee Pot Mini Glas rot, 700ml

Cold Brew wird im Unterschied zu normalem Kaffee mit kaltem Wasser und nicht mit heissem hergestellt. Ausserdem sollte er 8-12 Stunden ziehen. Wer Angst hat das durch die lange Ziehdauer Bitterstoffe freigesetzt werden der irrt sich. Durch das kalte brühen werden weniger Bitterstoffe freigesetzt und der Kaffee ist auch nicht so säurehaltig. Also perfekt für Leute die einen empfindlichen Magen haben.Die Bedienungsanleitung ist weder auf deutsch noch auf englisch. Um sie lesen zu könnten sollte man japanisch können. Am besten geht man wie folgt vor. 100 g dunkel gerösteten Kaffee grob mahlen, mit einem Liter kaltem Wasser übergiessen. Der ganze Trick für das coole Getränk: Lass es stehen - mindestens 12 Stunden.

^CHF 248,00 _{1120 g}

Comandante C40 MK3 Black Nitro Blade

The measure of all things among professional hand grinders for coffee. The grinding mechanism of the C40 Nitro Blade® grinder is made entirely of stainless steel and manufactured in a patented process. The Comandante development team focuses on material expertise and attention to detail. The result is a hand mill "made in Germany" that convinces with finely tuned technology.The edges of the grinding discs are sharpened again after hardening and "cut" the coffee beans. Thanks to the unique grinding technology, the mill produces an extremely precise and homogeneous grinding result with virtually no "fines" across all grinding degrees. The power transmission during grinding is optimal, a double ball bearing makes the cranking smooth. Here, too, it is clear that professionals are at work.

^CHF 6,10 _{Gre00f6sse 02}

Hario Paper Filter 02 Lovedori, 1 to 4 cups

For the V60 filter holder from Hario. The Lovedori Misarashi filter papers are the ideal way to provide some variety in the morning. To meet the high standards, Hario uses the very best Japanese paper. It is fine in the bleached version, because this develops less of its own taste (in contrast to the unbleached version); the paper is bleached in an environmentally friendly way with the help of oxygen.To remove the inherent taste from the paper, rinse the filter paper with boiling water before use, while it is already in the filter holder. This prevents the paper taste from interfering with the coffee, and the filter holder and the receptacle are preheated for the brewing process.

Brewing methods & brewing recipes

There are various brewing methods to get a tasty filter coffee in your cup.

Brewing methods & recipes for filter coffee

V60 Pour Over

Chemex

Aeropress

French Press

Selection of products for filter coffee

AeroPress Go® Coffee Maker

Hario Glass Coffee Filter V60 01 Glass white, up to 2 cups

Fellow Kettle 900ml, white

Kaffa Goba Gessa, No 4, Ethiopia

Hario Porcelain Coffee Filter V60 02 porcelain dark green, up to 4 cups

Etzinger etz-I, Trim, silver

Hario Paper Filter 01 40 Filter, up to 2 cups, white

Abaca Coffee Papier Filter 01

Hario Porcelain Coffee Filter V60 02. black, up to 4 cups

Chemex Woodneck 6 Cup

Loveramics Hand Mill Bamboo

Drip Roasters Colombia El Diviso

Hario Skerton Ceramic Plus Ceramic Hand Coffee Grinder

AeroPress Coffeemaker

Hario Porcelain Coffee Filter V60 02 porcelain pink, up to 4 cups

Hario Paper Filter 01, up to 2 cups

Chemex filter paper white, unfolded, 1 to 3 cups

Hario Water Brew Coffee Pot Mini Glas rot, 700ml

Comandante C40 MK3 Black Nitro Blade

Hario Paper Filter 02 Lovedori, 1 to 4 cups

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Tips & Tricks

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Effect, caffeine, liquid

Bottomless

Stir the spoon

the right tamper

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Cleaning

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make coldbrew

Iced tea

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