Chemex coffee is a brew method that yields a very smooth cup of coffee with no extreme flavor notes or aftertastes. For those looking for a mellow yet strong cup, this style is ideal.
There's no wrong way to enjoy your coffee. Try our recommended guide below, or freestyle on the water / coffee ratio until you find your personal preference (AKA the perfect cup).
Grind size: Coarse like kosher salt
Ratio:
44 grams of ground coffee (~2.93 tablespoons)
640 grams of water (~22.57 ounces)
Steps:
Suggested: Use a scale to measure water pours
- Zero out scale, then add 150 grams of water (~5.29 ounces)
- Stir grounds to saturate
- After 45 seconds have passed add water to reach 450 grams (~15.87 ounces)
- Then complete to 640 grams of water (22.57 ounces)
- Allow brew time of 4 mins
- Enjoy!
If you're not using a scale, use these instructions:
- Add ~5.29 ounces of water
- Stir grounds to saturate
- After 45 seconds have passed, add another ~10.58 ounces of water
- Then complete by adding another ~6.7 ounces of water
- Allow brew time of 4 mins
- Enjoy!
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