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The Chemex allows you to brew high-quality coffee using the pour-over method. When brewing coffee, we believe it should be a straightforward process, which is why we are providing you with a guide on how to brew your coffee using a Chemex.
Between 3-5 minutes
Brewing Chemex coffee is quick and easy and takes around 3-5 minutes when you know what to do. If you’re unsure, here is a step-by-step guide for you to follow:
| Brew Variable | Details |
|---|---|
| Grind | Medium-coarse – like coarse sea salt |
| Dose | 30g of coffee |
| Final Cup | 500ml |
Step 1-Make sure you have the right equipment
Step 2-Boil your kettle. Ideally, to 94 °C, but if you don't have a temperature-controlled kettle, just let it boil, then sit for a few minutes. This temperature allows for better extraction.
Step 3- Place your Chemex on your scales and put your Chemex filter in the brewer with the thick side facing the spout.
Step 4-Wet the paper by pouring a bit of hot water on it, which gets rid of the papery taste.
Step 5-Discard the water that is now in the Chemex and place it back onto the scales.
Step 6-Tare your scales.
Step 7- Pour your ground coffee into the Chemex.
Step 8- Tare your scales and start the timer.
Step 9- Bloom: Pour 60ml of water into the coffee bed to start the bloom. The water will start to extract the aromatics and coffee oils.
Step 10-Stir gently.
Step 11-Wait until the timer on your scale reads 0:50.
Step 12- Pour water in a circular motion until the scale reads 300ml.
Step 13- When your scale reads 1:30, continue pouring slowly up to 500ml in total. Focus on even saturation.
Step 14-When your scale reads 2:30, stop pouring and let the coffee draw down.
Step 15-Wait for the brew to finish dripping through.
Step 16-Remove the filter and pour the coffee into your preheated cup.
Step 17-Enjoy your brew!
At Crosby Coffee, we offer a wide range of brewing equipment for you to choose from, including our 3 and 6 cup Chemex coffee makers. The Chemex is quick and easy to use and offers high-quality cups of coffee from the comfort of your own home.
This brewing method is made from non-porous Borosilicate glass, which doesn't absorb and odours or chemical residue. We also offer a wide range of speciality coffee blends to pair nicely with your Chemex.
So, what are you waiting for? Check out our range of brewing equipment today!
No, this isn’t a requirement; however, it’s a good way to preheat the carafe and remove any paper fibres. Make sure to remove the water before starting the brewing process.
Allowing your coffee to bloom improves the flavour of the coffee beans once brewed. It removes any gas that's been trapped in the coffee beans during the roasting process.
Simply follow the instructions provided above and enjoy the perfect Chemex-brewed coffee!
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