Infusion is the method where water is running through the coffee bed in a filter and down into a vessel below Other methods of brewing are immersion (for example in french press) and pressure (for example espresso) and the combination of these two (for example Aeropress). What’s so special about Chemex? Chemex brewed coffee tastes … Read more
Stay warm. In order to keep your coffee warm you may place the CHEMEX ® directly on either a glass stove top or gas flame both at low heat If you have an electric coil stove top, you must utilize the CHEMEX ® stainless steel wire grid (TKG) in between the CHEMEX ® and the … Read more
Unlike the french press, the Chemex uses a paper filter And yet, unlike a drip coffee machine, which also uses a paper filter, Chemex filters are made from specially bonded paper. While this adds to the expense of every Chemex cup, the special paper reduces the pass through of bitter solubles. Is a French press … Read more
Why is a Chemex better? Chemex brewed coffee tastes better than many other coffeemakers because of the unique filter, all glass construction, and the unique shape of the device Chemex coffee is widely considered the better choice for people who are looking for a smoother cup with less bitterness and don’t mind the lack of … Read more
The chemex coffeemaker consists of an hourglass-shaped glass flask with a conical funnel-like neck and proprietary filters, made of bonded paper , that are thicker than the standard paper filters used for a drip coffeemaker. Are Chemex filters compostable? Chemex coffee filters When it comes to the question, are Chemex filters compostable, the answer is … Read more
Chemex brewed coffee tastes better than many other coffeemakers because of the unique filter, all glass construction, and the unique shape of the device Chemex coffee is widely considered the better choice for people who are looking for a smoother cup with less bitterness and don’t mind the lack of body. What makes Chemex different? … Read more
Q | Should the filter be pre-wet? A | While this is not a required step in the brewing process, some people do wish to pre-wet the filter One may do this to rinse away and remaining paper fibers as well as heat the carafe. Be sure to dump out the water before beginning to … Read more
A carafe (/kəˈræf/) is a glass container with a flared lip used for serving liquids, especially wine and coffee. Unlike the related decanter, carafes generally do not include stoppers. Coffee pots included in coffee makers are also referred to as carafes in American English. What is the glass coffee maker called? A carafe (/kəˈræf/) is … Read more
Aside from the surging demand for these products, the Covid-19 pandemic has caused disruptions in production and this unprecedented filter shortage. Can I use other filters in my Chemex? Yes, you can use regular filters on a Chemex However, your brew will have a dull and papery taste. Regular paper filters are made from lighter … Read more
It doesn’t matter how you like your coffee–there is always a way to make it using whatever you have on hand. Using a Chemex is no different. Make cloth filters , use cone filters designed for automatic drip coffee makers , buy a coffeesock , or even use folded paper towels as a makeshift filter … Read more