The 5 Best Pour-Over Coffee Makers
The older we get, the more we appreciate good coffee.
As a college student, Venti iced Mochas from Starbucks went down like water, but now, as full grown adults we've realized two cups of a well-made brew will bring on the exact same effect, but without the painful dehydration headache and uneasy gut that comes from all those mochas. As one of the most easily accessible brewing methods, the pour-over can easily transform casual coffee drinkers into high-class baristas. If given the necessary tools, it's easy to learn and master. Yet, the quality of your cup is strictly dependent on the quality of tools brought to the table. So if you're looking to upgrade your coffee experience, here are the best pour-over makers currently on the market.
The Kalita Wave
As one of the sturdiest and most forgiving Pour-Over makers on the market, The Kalita Wave has reigned supreme for years. If you're looking for a Pour-Over coffee maker that will churn out a consistently satisfying brew but aren't interested in buying the other fancy-schmancy appliances that can cost a bundle (grinders, scales, etc.), then The Kalita Wave is your best bet.
▲The Chemex
One of the most beautiful and highly sought after Pour-Over makers, The Chemex is a must-have for those looking to get serious about their coffee. It's all-in-one glass brewer requires a learning curve to master its unique design, but in terms of quality The Chemex is one of the best out there. It's extra thick filters assure that bitter oils will stay out of any cup and also prevents water from flowing through the grounds too quickly. Not to mention, it makes a large amount of coffee in one go.
▲The Clever Dripper
Another option that's perfect for those just getting started, the Clever Dripper is super easy to clean and use and will deliver a solid cup of coffee almost every time regardless of your skill. The Dripper offers, unlike other brewers, a stopping mechanism that fully stops coffee flow, allowing for customizable steeping time.
▲The Hario V60
Used by baristas everywhere, The V60 has been declared an industry favorite time and time again. Designed in Japan, the brewers ceramic shell offers optimal temperatures, but The V60 is not for the faint of heart. It requires meticulous attention and a lot of extra gadgets. It is only for those passionate about crafting the perfect cup of coffee.
▲The Bee House Ceramic Dripper
Another amazing ceramic pour-over maker, the Bee House comes in two sizes, small and large, and offers the ability to use any standard filter rather than a (more expensive) customized filter. Additionally, its shape offers better heat retention and good contact between the grounds and water, all for very minimal effort.
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