The Clever Dripper is a combination of pour-over and immersion brewing, offering flexibility and control.
Equipment:
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Clever Dripper
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Paper filters
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Medium-fine ground coffee
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Filtered water
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Gooseneck kettle
Method:
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Grind: Use a medium-fine grind, similar to granulated sugar.
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Heat Water: Heat filtered water to just off the boil (around 195-205°F or 90-96°C).
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Rinse Filter: Rinse the paper filter with hot water to remove paper taste.
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Add Grounds: Place the filter in the Clever Dripper and add the desired amount of ground
coffee. A general ratio is 2 tablespoons of coffee for every 8 ounces of water.
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Bloom: Pour a small amount of hot water over the grounds to wet them evenly. Let it bloom
for 30-45 seconds.
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Pour Water: Slowly pour the remaining hot water over the grounds.
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Steep: Let the coffee steep for a desired time, usually 2-4 minutes.
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Brew: Press the Clever Dripper down to start the brewing process.
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Pour and Enjoy: Once the brewing is complete, remove the Clever Dripper and enjoy your
balanced, flavourful cup of coffee.