Filter Coffee Drippers

We’re absolutely thrilled to share our lineup of filter coffee drippers, built by good people who care deeply about the craft. The dripper you choose completely changes what ends up in your cup. Each brewing method will highlight different flavours, aromas and textures from the coffee. Grab your favourite tasty beans, find the gear that matches the flavours you want to highlight, and let’s get brewing.

Nailing Your Setup: The Physics of Pour Over Coffee

We love manual brewing because it puts the control back in your hands. But getting that epic, clean cup isn't just about pouring hot water over amazing coffee beans; it’s about understanding the mechanics of your gear. Different drippers change how water flows through the coffee bed, which directly impacts the flavours, aromas, and textures in your final mug.

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Does Material Matter? Ceramic vs Plastic vs Glass

It’s easy to think a heavy ceramic dripper holds heat best, but the thermodynamics tell a different story.

When you pour 95°C water into a heavy porcelain dripper, its high thermal mass actively absorbs heat from the water, dropping your brew temperature drastically unless you've pre-heated it with over 300ml of boiling water. Conversely, good-quality, BPA-free plastic (like Tritan or Polypropylene) has a very low thermal mass. It doesn't steal heat from your water, ensuring a highly stable, consistent brewing temperature from the bloom to the final drop.

Dialling In: Grind Size and Temperature Specs

To get the absolute best out of your dripper and brew, you need to match your grind size to the flow rate of the brewer. Grab your hand grinder and aim for a solid medium to medium-coarse grind size, usually sitting somewhere between 600 and 900 microns. Just remember that your exact settings will change depending on how your coffee was processed. Start your water temp in that sweet spot between 92°C and 97°C, and dial it in from there. This flexibility ensures you pull out all those tasty flavours without any harsh bitterness, setting you up for an epic brew every time.

Filter Coffee Drippers FAQ

The optimal grind size for a standard Hario V60 is medium-fine to medium-coarse, mathematically falling between 600 and 900 microns. This texture should feel similar to rough beach sand. If your brew is draining too fast, tighten your grind; if it takes to long, go coarser.

Both materials are absolutely epic, and the right choice just depends on your daily ritual! If you're just starting your pour-over journey, high-grade plastic is super forgiving; it has a low thermal mass, meaning it won't pull heat from your water and keeps your brew temp stable without any fuss. Ceramic, on the other hand, is a beautiful classic that looks incredible on your brew bar and lasts a lifetime. Because it has a higher thermal mass, it just needs a quick rinse with hot water before you brew to hold that heat brilliantly from start to finish. You really can't go wrong with either!

The classic Hario V60 features spiral ridges on the inside walls that promote airflow and a fast water drawdown, requiring careful pouring technique. The Hario Mugen has completely smooth, flat internal walls. This makes the paper filter stick directly to the sides, eliminating water bypass and allowing you to brew a heavy-bodied, rich cup of coffee using just one simple, continuous pour.