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Brewing methods & recipes

There are a variety of brewing methods to ensure that a tasty filter coffee ends up in your cup.

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. :-)

Handfilter über einer Glaskanne mit einer Tasse nebenan, für die Zubereitung von frischem Kaffee

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. :-)

Glas Chemex-Kaffeekaraffe mit schwarzem Kaffee und dekorativer Holzmanschette auf einem Tisch

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 Kaffeemaschine, die Kaffee in eine Tasse brüht

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

Hand drückt den Kolben einer mit Kaffee gefüllten French-Press herunter

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

Bag of Gesha coffee beans from Rast Roastery
CHF 40,00 250 g
Rast Coffee Gesha Washed, Panama

Immerse yourself in the world of premium coffees: with Gesha washed from Rast Kaffee, you will experience a rarity that is one of Panama's best speciality coffees. This single origin from Santa Clara shows how balanced elegance and complex flavours come together in perfect harmony. Gesha washed impresses with its fine but clearly noticeable acidity, which gives it a lively freshness. Citrus and black tea unfold on the nose, while bergamot, jasmine, honey and apple come together in a harmonious interplay on the palate. The result is an exceptional coffee that combines complexity with clarity and will delight you sip after sip. This Gesha is best enjoyed as a filter coffee, where its floral and fruity notes can unfold their full radiance. It also impresses as a café crème with its fine structure. It is less suitable for espresso, as its bright, complex flavour comes out more clearly in filter preparation. Gesha comes from the traditional Finca Hartmann in Santa Clara, which has been one of Panama's most renowned producers for almost 100 years. Today, siblings Maria and Plinio Ruiz run the family business Casa Ruiz with passion and respect for nature. The growing area lies between 1,300 and 2,000 metres above sea level, surrounded by forest reserves at the Parque Internacional La Amistad. The Hartmann family favours sustainable shade cultivation under native rainforest trees, thus maintaining a closed cycle that preserves biodiversity. This Gesha is a SHB quality (Strictly Hard Bean) and is processed in the Chiriquí region. The washed method emphasises its clear structure and lively acidity. Directly traded (Label Direct Trade), it stands for maximum transparency and quality. The harvest period is between December and April, with only the ripest cherries being picked by hand. A coffee for special moments - exclusive, full of character and of sustainable origin.

Pack of Rast Coffee Gesha Natural, exclusive coffee blend from Panama
CHF 40,00 250 g
Rast Kaffee Gesha Natural, Panama

Eine Rarität für echte Kaffeeliebhaber. Dieser Kaffee ist ein Erlebnis für alle Sinne. Der Gesha natural von den Geschwistern Maria und Plinio Ruiz gehört zu den Top-Spezialitätenkaffees in Panama. Er verbindet fruchtige Eleganz mit einem vollmundigen Körper und lädt Dich ein, Tasse für Tasse die besondere Vielfalt Panamas zu entdecken. Mit seinem Duft nach Mirabelle, Schwarztee und süssen Früchten eröffnet der Gesha natural ein spannendes Aromenspiel. Am Gaumen überzeugt er mit Noten von Pflaume, Mango und Ananas, begleitet von einem fruchtig-süssen Charakter. Die Säure ist präsent, aber angenehm eingebunden, und wirkt harmonischer als bei der washed-Variante. Ein Kaffee, der Dich mit seiner Tiefe und Komplexität begeistern wird. Dieser Single Origin ist vielseitig einsetzbar und bringt seine Stärken besonders im Café Crème oder als Filterkaffee zur Geltung. Auch als Espresso entfaltet er eine spannende, fruchtige Intensität. Ob V60, Chemex oder klassischer Handfilter – der Gesha natural belohnt Dich mit einer klaren Tasse und einem aussergewöhnlichen Aromaprofil. Der Kaffee stammt von der traditionsreichen Finca Hartmann in Santa Clara, Renacimiento. Die Familie Ruiz bewirtschaftet das Land seit fast 100 Jahren und steht für höchste Qualität und nachhaltigen Anbau. Heute führen Maria und Plinio Ruiz das Familienunternehmen Casa Ruiz, das weltweit für seine Spitzenkaffees bekannt ist. Die Finca liegt zwischen 1'300 und 2'000 Metern Höhe und ist von Wäldern umgeben, die zum Schutzgebiet Parque Internacional La Amistad gehören. Die Varietät Gesha, hier in der natural aufbereiteten Form, gehört zu den begehrtesten Kaffees weltweit. Durch den Anbau im Schatten einheimischer Bäume bleibt das natürliche Ökosystem erhalten, was sich in der Qualität der Bohnen widerspiegelt. Mit dem Label Direct Trade garantiert Rast Kaffee eine enge Beziehung zu den Produzenten und eine faire Wertschöpfungskette.

Bag of 'La Papaya' coffee from Drip Roasters, Ecuador
CHF 19,00 150 g
Drip Roasters Ecuador La Papaya

If you are looking for a coffee that will surprise you with every cup, then you will love the Ecuador La Papaya from Drip Roasters. This exceptional microlot from Ecuador is in a league of its own - intensely sweet, complexly fruity and wonderfully clear in the cup. A coffee for explorers, adventurers and anyone who wants to tickle their taste buds. La Papaya is a real flavour spectacle. It combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the tangy freshness of citrus fruits and tropical notes such as passion fruit and watermelon. The texture is full-bodied and slightly syrupy, with a hint of fermented wildness - but never overpowering. On the contrary: despite its "funky" character, the cup remains surprisingly clean and balanced. The Mejorado variety used is a genetically exciting hybrid of Bourbon and Ethiopian landraces - known for its floral aromas and lively acidity. This coffee is grown at 1900 to 2100 metres above sea level in the Ecuadorian Andes. The plants there benefit from constantly cool temperatures and volcanic soil - ideal conditions for slow growth and high bean density. This coffee reveals its full complexity particularly well as a filter coffee - whether as a V60, Aeropress or in a batch brewer. If you are keen to experiment, you can also try it as a fruity espresso. The important thing is to give it enough time after the roasting date and work at a slightly lower brewing temperature (approx. 90-92 °C) to bring out the subtle fruity flavours even better. The beans are selected by hand after harvesting and undergo 120 hours of anaerobic fermentation in old oak barrels that once housed Ecuadorian rum for 20 years. Fermentation takes place under strictly controlled conditions - with sensors for temperature and humidity, in dark rooms at below 18 °C. The coffee is then dried until it is ready for consumption. The coffee then dries slowly on covered drying beds for up to 30 days. This careful processing gives La Papaya its depth, structure and special flavour.

CAFEC Light Roast coffee filter V60 02
CHF 9,50 130 g
CAFEC Light Roast coffee filter V60 02

The CAFEC Light Roast filter papers for 2 to 4 portions with the V60 filter do just that: They are specially developed to optimally bring out the fine nuances of light roasts. Made in Japan, they stand for precision, quality and a well thought-out design - for your best pour-over moments at home. These filters are perfect for light roasts - coffees with fruity, floral or citrus notes. Thanks to their special design, they support slow extraction, allowing flavours to fully develop. Ideal if you are looking for a clean, clear and yet aromatic cup profile. Whether single origin or third wave espresso - here you can see what light roasted coffee is made of. The CAFEC Light Roast filter is made from 100 % oxygen-bleached paper pulp - completely neutral in flavour so that your coffee comes to the fore. Its high density reliably filters even the finest coffee powder from the infusion. It is also completely compostable and is made without wood fibres - good for your coffee and good for the environment. The filter paper is conical in shape (cup 4 - ideal for 2-4 cups) and has a clever one-sided crepe structure: smooth on the inside, textured on the outside. The smooth surface on the inside ensures that the water pools easily - allowing the flavour to develop intensively. The outer structure, on the other hand, allows the finished coffee to run off evenly and without leaving any residue. The result: easy handling with an impressive effect. The best functions at a glance Specially developed for light roasts (Light Roast) Osmotic Flow brewing principle for even extraction One-sided crepe structure: more flavour, less cloudiness High filter density - for particularly clear cups Sustainable, compostable & made in Japan Perfect for pour over preparations of 2-4 cups Treat yourself to a filter that values flavour as much as you do.

Elegant black ceramic bowl with unique grooved pattern
CHF 18,80 black
Loveramic dripper flatbed black

Good coffee starts with the right brewing method - and the black Loveramics flatbed dripper takes your pour-over skills to the next level. Designed for a fast and sweet brewing experience, this dripper combines functional design with first-class workmanship. With 3 modern colours, white, black and light green, it fits perfectly into your coffee corner and harmonises particularly well with the Brewers Embossed Tasting Cup collection. The Loveramics flatbed dripper is based on an innovative flat design with a corrugated filter paper (Kalita 185 or 155), which ensures even extraction. The special embossment inside creates fine gaps between the paper and ceramic, which optimises the flow rate. The result is a clean, sweet and complex cup of coffee - just the way professional baristas like it. This dripper is designed for 1 to 2 cups of coffee and, with its enlarged brewing area, enables a particularly aromatic extraction. The clear, modern design was created by the renowned designer Simon Stevens and impresses with its high-quality ceramic, which retains heat optimally. Whether on a dripper stand or directly over a cup - it cuts a first-class figure both visually and functionally. With a recommended coffee quantity of 18-25g and a water/coffee ratio of 1:12-15, you can adjust the flavour to suit your individual taste. Thanks to the fast throughput time and the optimised contact surface of the filter, you can enjoy a balanced flavour profile with extra sweet notes. Perfect for anyone who wants to take their pour-over experience to a new level - quickly, easily and with outstanding results.

An elegant black kettle with modern design and long spout
CHF 120,00 930 g
Fellow Stagg Pour-Over Kessel 1.0 L, schwarz matt

Der schwarze Stagg Pour-Over Kettle von Fellow bringt dein Brühverfahren auf das nächste Level. Mit seinem präzisen Ausguss, dem ergonomisch ausbalancierten Griff und dem integrierten Brühthermometer bietet dieser Wasserkocher alles, was du für eine gleichmässige und kontrollierte Extraktion brauchst. In edlem mattweiss oder mattschwarz ist er nicht nur funktional, sondern auch ein echtes Design-Statement für deine Kaffeestation. Dieser Wasserkocher wurde speziell für Liebhaber des Handaufgusses entwickelt. Sein Präzisions-Ausgussrohr sorgt für einen gleichmässigen, kontrollierten Wasserfluss, der essenziell für eine gelungene Pour-Over-Extraktion ist. Dank des eingebauten Brühthermometers behältst du die optimale Brühtemperatur stets im Blick – eine Grundvoraussetzung für perfekten Filterkaffee. Der Stagg Pour-Over Kettle besteht aus hochwertigem 18/8 Edelstahl, was ihn langlebig und rostbeständig macht. Mit einem Fassungsvermögen von 1 Liter bietet er genügend Kapazität für mehrere Tassen Kaffee. Seine kompakte Bauweise macht ihn kompatibel mit Gas- und Elektroherden, allerdings ist er nicht für Induktionskochfelder geeignet. Das matte Finish in schwarz sorgt für einen modernen Look, während der gegengewichtete Griff eine bequeme Handhabung ermöglicht. Die Bedienung ist denkbar einfach: Wasser aufkochen, Temperatur mit dem analog integrierten Thermometer überprüfen und mit ruhiger Hand aufgiessen. Der ausbalancierte Griff verlagert das Gewicht zur Hand hin und macht den Giessvorgang besonders angenehm und stabil. Das durchdachte Design in Kombination mit der hochwertigen Verarbeitung sorgt für eine intuitive Nutzung – egal, ob du Anfänger oder erfahrener Pour-Over-Barista bist. Der Stagg Pour-Over Kettle überzeugt mit einer durchdachten Kombination aus Präzision und Benutzerfreundlichkeit. Sein „Precision Pour Spout“ garantiert einen feinen, gleichmässigen Wasserstrahl für maximale Kontrolle beim Aufguss. Das Brühthermometer gibt dir genaue Rückmeldung zur Wassertemperatur und zeigt die optimale Spanne für die Zubereitung an. Ein echtes Highlight für alle, die ihre Kaffeezubereitung perfektionieren wollen – ganz ohne digitale Technik, aber mit maximaler Kontrolle.

Modern white kettle with sleek design and narrow spout, ideal for precise pouring
CHF 120,00 930 g
Fellow Stagg Pour-Over Kessel 1.0 L, weiss matt

Der weisse Stagg Pour-Over Kettle von Fellow bringt dein Brühverfahren auf das nächste Level. Mit seinem präzisen Ausguss, dem ergonomisch ausbalancierten Griff und dem integrierten Brühthermometer bietet dieser Wasserkocher alles, was du für eine gleichmässige und kontrollierte Extraktion brauchst. In edlem mattweiss oder mattschwarz ist er nicht nur funktional, sondern auch ein echtes Design-Statement für deine Kaffeestation. Dieser Wasserkocher wurde speziell für Liebhaber des Handaufgusses entwickelt. Sein Präzisions-Ausgussrohr sorgt für einen gleichmässigen, kontrollierten Wasserfluss, der essenziell für eine gelungene Pour-Over-Extraktion ist. Dank des eingebauten Brühthermometers behältst du die optimale Brühtemperatur stets im Blick – eine Grundvoraussetzung für perfekten Filterkaffee. Der Stagg Pour-Over Kettle besteht aus hochwertigem 18/8 Edelstahl, was ihn langlebig und rostbeständig macht. Mit einem Fassungsvermögen von 1 Liter bietet er genügend Kapazität für mehrere Tassen Kaffee. Seine kompakte Bauweise macht ihn kompatibel mit Gas- und Elektroherden, allerdings ist er nicht für Induktionskochfelder geeignet. Das matte Finish in weiss sorgt für einen modernen Look, während der gegengewichtete Griff eine bequeme Handhabung ermöglicht. Die Bedienung ist denkbar einfach: Wasser aufkochen, Temperatur mit dem analog integrierten Thermometer überprüfen und mit ruhiger Hand aufgiessen. Der ausbalancierte Griff verlagert das Gewicht zur Hand hin und macht den Giessvorgang besonders angenehm und stabil. Das durchdachte Design in Kombination mit der hochwertigen Verarbeitung sorgt für eine intuitive Nutzung – egal, ob du Anfänger oder erfahrener Pour-Over-Barista bist. Der Stagg Pour-Over Kettle überzeugt mit einer durchdachten Kombination aus Präzision und Benutzerfreundlichkeit. Sein „Precision Pour Spout“ garantiert einen feinen, gleichmässigen Wasserstrahl für maximale Kontrolle beim Aufguss. Das Brühthermometer gibt dir genaue Rückmeldung zur Wassertemperatur und zeigt die optimale Spanne für die Zubereitung an. Ein echtes Highlight für alle, die ihre Kaffeezubereitung perfektionieren wollen – ganz ohne digitale Technik, aber mit maximaler Kontrolle.

White ceramic bowl with ribbed pattern
CHF 18,80 white
Loveramic dripper flatbed white

Good coffee starts with the right brewing method - and the white Loveramics flatbed dripper takes your pour-over skills to the next level. Designed for a fast and sweet brewing experience, this dripper combines functional design with first-class workmanship. With 3 modern colours, white, black and light green, it fits perfectly into your coffee corner and harmonises particularly well with the Brewers Embossed Tasting Cup collection. The Loveramics flatbed dripper is based on an innovative flat design with a corrugated filter paper (Kalita 185 or 155), which ensures even extraction. The special embossment inside creates fine gaps between the paper and ceramic, which optimises the flow rate. The result is a clean, sweet and complex cup of coffee - just the way professional baristas like it. This dripper is designed for 1 to 2 cups of coffee and, with its enlarged brewing area, enables a particularly aromatic extraction. The clear, modern design was created by the renowned designer Simon Stevens and impresses with its high-quality ceramic, which retains heat optimally. Whether on a dripper stand or directly over a cup - it cuts a first-class figure both visually and functionally. With a recommended coffee quantity of 18-25g and a water/coffee ratio of 1:12-15, you can adjust the flavour to suit your individual taste. Thanks to the fast throughput time and the optimised contact surface of the filter, you can enjoy a balanced flavour profile with extra sweet notes. Perfect for anyone who wants to take their pour-over experience to a new level - quickly, easily and with outstanding results.

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