Invented by a chemist to improve filter-type (infusion) brewing, The Chemex brewer has a following of coffee drinkers ...including me. The cornerstone to this method is the Chemex brand filters; they are heavier than any other filter and are a special paper formulation to remove undesirable sediment while allowing positive aromatic compounds to pass through. The fine paper grain holds back finer coffee "mud," while permitting the correct filtration speed: a Chemex brews at least 1-2 minutes slower than normal paper filters, more in line with the optimal time that hot water and grinds should contact each other: 4 minutes. The Chemex filter paper is heavy so pre-rinsing is very important to wash away any chemicals in the paper. The Chemex is all glass and the easiest-to-clean brew device out there but maybe the best thing about the Chemex is that you see the process, interact and can make changes while you brew. Everyone has their pour technique and the results are there in the cup for enjoyment.
Posted on: Thu, 25 Jul 2013 16:39:00 +0000
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