Intermediate

V60 Pour Over

The ultimate clarity brew

Brew Parameters

Brew Time

3:00 - 3:30

Ratio

1:15

Water Temperature

92-96°C

Grind Size

Medium-fine

Equipment needed

Hario V60 dripperV60 paper filtersGooseneck kettleScale with timerServer or mug

Expert Tips

Get the best results

If brew is too fast/weak, grind finer. Too slow/bitter, grind coarser.
Try a single pour after bloom with a gentle swirl at end for a cleaner cup.
Water quality matters hugely - use filtered water with some mineral content.
Aim for a flat bed of grounds at the end for even extraction.

About this method

The Hario V60 is a pour-over dripper that produces an exceptionally clean and nuanced cup. Its spiral ridges and large single hole allow for complete control over extraction, making it the go-to method for showcasing single origin coffees.

Step by step

1

Rinse & Preheat

Place filter in V60 and rinse thoroughly with hot water. This removes paper taste and preheats your brewer.

Don't skip the rinse - it makes a real difference.
2

Add Coffee

0:00

Add your ground coffee and give it a gentle shake to level the bed. Create a small well in the center.

3

Bloom

0:00 - 0:45

Pour 40-50g of water in a spiral motion to saturate all grounds. Let it bloom and release CO2.

Fresh coffee will bubble and expand dramatically.
4

First Pour

0:45 - 1:15

Pour in slow, steady spirals from center outward, then back in. Aim for 60% of total water.

5

Second Pour

1:15 - 2:00

Continue with gentle pulses, maintaining water level. Keep the flow steady and controlled.

6

Drawdown

2:00 - 3:30

Let all water drain through. A gentle swirl can help even extraction. Target total time of 3:00-3:30.

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