All About Pourover

What is Pourover?

Pourover brewing uses a slow, controlled pour of hot water over coffee grounds. It creates a clean, bright, and flavorful cup.

What You’ll Need

  • Pourover dripper (like a V60, Chemex, or Kalita)

  • Paper filter

  • Fresh coffee beans

  • Grinder

  • Kettle (preferably gooseneck)

  • Scale

  • Timer

  • Mug or carafe

Why Use Pourover?

  • Highlights delicate and complex flavors

  • Full control over brewing variables

  • Clean, smooth cup

  • Looks great and feels meditative

Brew Ratios

  • 1:15 — Stronger cup

  • 1:16 — Standard

  • 1:17 — Lighter cup

Example: 20g coffee →

  • 300g water for 1:15

  • 320g water for 1:16

  • 340g water for 1:17

Note: Adjust ratios based on your taste and dripper size.

How to Brew

Grind Coffee

Medium-fine, like sea salt.

Prepare

Place the paper filter in the dripper. Rinse it with hot water to remove paper taste and preheat the brewer.

Add Coffee

Place dripper on your mug or carafe. Add ground coffee and gently shake to level the bed.

Bloom

Start your timer. Pour about twice the weight of coffee in water (ex: 20g coffee → 40g water). Let it sit for 30–45 seconds to release gas.

Pour Water

Continue pouring slowly in circles, keeping the water level even. Aim for total brew time of 2:30–3:30 minutes.

Serve

Once the water has drained, remove the dripper and enjoy.

Tips for Better Brews

  • Use water around 200°F (93°C).

  • Pour in slow, steady circles to evenly saturate the coffee.

  • Keep your total brew time within target to avoid over or under extraction.

  • Stir or swirl before serving for even flavor.