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How to Make Japanese Iced Coffee with Chemex

Japanese iced coffee is a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy coffee during hot summer months. This method involves brewing hot coffee directly onto ice, which rapidly cools the coffee and locks in its unique flavor profile. The Chemex, a popular pour-over coffee maker, is an excellent tool for making Japanese iced coffee. In this article, we will explain step-by-step how to make Japanese iced coffee with Chemex.

What You Will Need:

Before getting started, make sure you have the following items:

• A Chemex coffee maker
• Coffee beans of your choice
• A burr grinder
• A digital scale
• A kettle with a thermometer
• Ice
• A timer

Step 1: Grind Your Coffee Beans

The first step in making Japanese iced coffee is to grind your coffee beans. Use a burr grinder set to a medium-coarse grind size. This grind size will allow for proper extraction and prevent over-extraction due to the rapid cooling process. Measure out 25 grams of coffee for every 375 milliliters of water you plan to use.

Step 2: Heat Your Water

Heat your water to 200°F (93°C) using a kettle with a thermometer. This temperature will ensure optimal extraction of the coffee grounds. If your kettle does not have a thermometer, bring the water to a boil and then let it cool for 30 seconds before using.

Step 3: Prepare Your Chemex

Place the Chemex on a scale and tare the weight. Add the ground coffee to the Chemex and shake it to level the bed of coffee. Place ice in a separate jar or cup and tare its weight on the scale. Fill the Chemex with ice until it reaches the 400-gram mark on the scale.

Step 4: Bloom Your Coffee

Pour 50 grams of hot water over the coffee grounds and allow it to bloom for 30 seconds. During this time, the coffee will release gases that can affect the taste of the final product.

Step 5: Brew Your Coffee

Begin pouring the hot water over the coffee grounds in a circular motion, starting from the center and working your way outwards. Pour slowly and steadily, taking care not to pour too much water in one spot. Use the timer to pour a total of 375 milliliters of water over the coffee, which should take around 3 minutes.

Step 6: Serve Your Japanese Iced Coffee

Remove the Chemex from the scale and discard the remaining ice. Serve the Japanese iced coffee over fresh ice, and enjoy!

Conclusion

Japanese iced coffee with Chemex is a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy coffee during the summer months. By following these simple steps, you can easily make your own Japanese iced coffee at home. Experiment with different coffee beans and ratios to find the perfect flavor profile for your taste buds. Happy brewing!