Chemex iconScott Rao Chemex recipe

Chemex recipe by Scott Rao, a coffee expert and author specializing in cafe operation, barista training, and coffee roasting and brewing.


Coffee amount (g): 30.0
Water amount (ml): 510.0
Water Temperature: 97.0°C / 206.6°F
Grind size: Medium
Brew Time: 00:02:30

Preparation: Grind the coffee, heat water, fold the paper filter and insert it into Chemex, rinse the Filter and Carafe, add coffee grounds.
0:00 Pre-wet with about 45.0g of water.
0:10 Gently dig in the coffee bed with a small spoon.
0:35 Wait, allowing the coffee to bloom.
0:40 Pour until 510.0g. of water in circular patterns.
1:10 Give the outer edge of the slurry a very slow, light stir.
1:20 Hold the outside of the Chemex and move it a few circles.
1:30 Wait for the complete drawdown.

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