The paper filters of the Chemex 8 cup coffee maker are thick and very low in porosity, retaining the grounds and most of the oils in the beans. The result is a clear and very clean filter coffee with a smooth extraction and a beautiful complexity and aromatic clarity. A meticulous work is brought on each piece.
One by one, the Chemex are inspected, polished and the leather cord is hand-tied in the brand's factory located in Massachusetts, USA.
The brand pays particular attention to the sourcing of its raw materials and suppliers so that the entire production chain is part of a responsible approach. Moreover, Chemex products are designed to be preserved over time.
They are made with borosilicate glass 3.3, a very strong glass that guarantees brilliance and clarity. The precise and uniform thickness of the walls reduces the tension in the glass, which limits the risk of cracks.
The Chemex is an eternal source of inspiration! The concern for sustainability does not stop at the method but goes further! The paper filters are made in the USA from local raw materials. They are biodegradable and compostable. The trees used to make the paper are responsibly harvested and comply with sustainability programs.
A unique and well studied design:
- A duo between a filter holder and a carafe designed to reveal all the aromas to the nose, to aerate the coffee and thus obtain all the aromatic power of the cup.
- Original because of its smooth glass shape and its thick filter.
- Its slower extraction will offer a light body similar to tea.
- The nose of the Chemex is very important, be careful not to obstruct it during extraction.
- The wooden collar allows you to serve the Chemex without burning yourself. Remember to remove it before putting it in the dishwasher.
- Handcrafted in the USA
Use of the Chemex:
- Coffee 19g
- Filtered water 305g
Grinding:
Due to the thickness of the filter, the extraction rate is slower. It is therefore necessary to choose a coarser grind to keep a good intensity in the cup
and bring a juicy character to the coffee.
THE CHAMPION RECIPE:
1 I start by making a pre-brew. I saturate my grind with 40 g of water for 40 sec. I will prepare my coffee bed for a homogeneous extraction.
2 I then add 60 g of water every 40 sec in a circular and dynamic way. This way I will agitate my coffee and create turbulences. This technique ensures a uniform and soft extraction. The brewing time is 4 minutes (this long extraction time will also increase the perception of sweetness and smoothness in the cup).
Recipe by Juliette Champenois (champion of the slow coffee challenge 2018)
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