Chemex
The Chemex is a pour-over style brewer designed in 1941 by Dr. Peter Schlumbohm. Its elegant glass design and thick paper filters make it one of the most recognizable brewers in specialty coffee. The result is a clean, crisp, and aromatic cup that highlights delicate flavors.
THE BEST BENEFITS
Design for you
How it Works
Equipment Needed
Chemex, Chemex paper filter (thicker than standard), kettle (gooseneck preferred), scale, and timer.
Grind Size
Medium-coarse—slightly coarser than a standard pour-over, similar to sea salt.
Filter Prep
Place the thick Chemex filter into the brewer, ensuring the triple-folded side faces the spout. Rinse with hot water to remove papery taste and preheat the glass. Discard rinse water.
Coffee & Water Ratio
Commonly 1:15 to 1:17 (e.g., 30g coffee to 450–510ml water).
Bloom
Add coffee grounds, then pour about twice their weight in hot water (195–205°F / 90–96°C) to let the coffee “bloom” for 30–45 seconds.
Pouring
Slowly pour water in circular motions, keeping the grounds evenly saturated. Continue in stages until you reach the total water amount.
Drip & Serve
Allow water to fully drain through the grounds into the Chemex, then pour and enjoy.
The Result
1
Flavor
Bright, clean, and nuanced—ideal for highlighting fruity or floral notes.
2
Body
Light and tea-like, thanks to the thick filter removing most oils and sediments.
3
Aesthetic
Minimalist and beautiful—often seen as both a brewer and a piece of art.
Why Choose Chemex?
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Clean Cup: Thick filters remove bitterness and oils for clarity.
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Showcases Beans: Perfect for single-origin specialty coffees.
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Design & Ritual: Combines style, science, and ceremony in one brew method.
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Shareable: Larger sizes make it ideal for brewing multiple cups at once.
Brewing Guides
Check out these brew guides to see what suits you best!
A concentrated form of coffee
Slowly pouring hot water over ground coffee
A full-immersion brewing method
A modern, versatile brewer
A slow-extraction method where coffee grounds steep in cold
One of the most theatrical and scientific brewing methods
Often called a coffee machine
A pour-over style brewer designed in 1941
