The Coffee Kits

Introduction

Hario V60 is a popular pour-over coffee brewer that has gained a lot of popularity over the years. It is a simple yet effective way to brew coffee that results in a rich and flavorful cup of coffee. In this article, we will explore the Hario V60 filter coffee brewing process and how to do a coffee tasting.

What is Hario V60?

Hario V60 is a cone-shaped coffee dripper that is made of ceramic, glass, or plastic. It has a large hole at the bottom and spiral ridges on the inside. The ridges help to create a uniform extraction of coffee and the large hole allows for a faster flow of water through the coffee bed. This results in a rich and flavorful cup of coffee that is less bitter than coffee brewed with other methods.

The Brewing Process

To brew coffee with Hario V60, you will need the following:

• Hario V60 coffee dripper
• Paper filter
• Ground coffee
• Hot water
• Kettle
• Coffee scale
• Coffee grinder

Step 1: Boil water and let it cool for a few minutes. The ideal temperature for brewing coffee with Hario V60 is between 195°F and 205°F.

Step 2: Place a paper filter in the Hario V60 and rinse it with hot water. This will help to remove any paper taste and warm up the coffee dripper.

Step 3: Weigh out the coffee and grind it to a medium-fine consistency. The ideal coffee to water ratio is 1:15. For example, if you are brewing 300ml of coffee, you will need 20g of coffee.

Step 4: Place the Hario V60 on top of your cup or carafe and add the ground coffee to the dripper.

Step 5: Start pouring hot water over the coffee grounds in a circular motion. This will help to evenly saturate the coffee grounds. The amount of water you pour will depend on the amount of coffee you are brewing. As a rule of thumb, you should pour twice the amount of water as the weight of the coffee. For example, if you are brewing 20g of coffee, you should pour 40ml of water for the first pour.

Step 6: Allow the coffee to bloom for 30 seconds. This is when the coffee grounds release carbon dioxide and expand. This will create a more even extraction of coffee.

Step 7: Continue pouring water over the coffee in a circular motion until you reach the desired amount of coffee.

Step 8: Once the coffee has finished brewing, remove the Hario V60 from the cup or carafe and discard the used coffee grounds and paper filter.

Coffee Tasting

Coffee tasting, also known as cupping, is the process of evaluating the aroma, taste, and body of coffee. To do a coffee tasting, you will need the following:

• Coffee cups
• Ground coffee
• Hot water
• Coffee scale
• Coffee grinder
• Coffee spoon

Step 1: Boil water and let it cool for a few minutes. The ideal temperature for coffee tasting is between 195°F and 205°F.

Step 2: Grind the coffee to a medium-fine consistency.

Step 3: Weigh out the coffee and place it in the coffee cup.

Step 4: Pour hot water over the coffee grounds and let it steep for 4 minutes.

Step 5: After 4 minutes, use a spoon to break the crust that forms on top of the coffee.

Step 6: Smell the aroma of the coffee and take note of any flavors or scents you detect.

Step 7: Use a spoon to taste the coffee and take note of the flavor, acidity, and body of the coffee.

Step 8: Spit out the coffee and rinse your mouth with water before tasting the next coffee.

Conclusion

Hario V60 is a great way to brew coffee that results in a rich and flavorful cup of coffee. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily brew coffee with Hario V60 and do a coffee tasting to evaluate the aroma, taste, and body of the coffee.