CHEMEX BREW GUIDE: How to Hack and Brew Incredible Coffee on the Chemex

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  • Опубліковано 20 чер 2024
  • In this video, I go over the issues typically voiced about the Chemex, as well as how to fix them. Following that, I propose a recipe that will make you incredible coffee in larger batches with great extractions. Feel free to just use the recipe and skip the hacks OR just use the hacks and formulate your own recipe. This is another highly tweakable recipe, so feel free to divide your pours, increase the ratio, etc.
    This brewer has (arguably rightly so) been on the receiving end of major criticism from the specialty coffee world. Perhaps this video will be the beginning of healing old wounds.
    If you haven't, I implore you to check out my Pourover 101 video as I believe it will greatly elevate your understanding, and subsequent execution, of pourover coffee.
    Recipe:
    40g coffee at 900 microns, 650g water off the boil (lower temp with darker coffees)
    0s- 100g bloom, swirl out clumps
    30s- 100g second bloom, swirl out clumps
    1m- 200g, soft swirl
    2m- 150g, soft swirl (I forgot to swirl here in the video)
    3m- 100g, soft swirl
    TBT- 4:30-8ish. Don't worry about long brews, especially if they taste good!
    Time Cues:
    0:00- Introduction & Issues with Chemex
    2:24- Materials to Hack Chemex
    3:08- Filter Paper Hack
    5:22- Chute Hack
    6:33- Recipe
    14:51- Conclusion
    Like and subscribe if you enjoyed, if not, please leave me a comment with critique!
    Support the channel on Patreon: / lancehedrick
    Find me on Instagram: / lancehedrick
    I don't currently have any affiliate links, but here is what I use in the video:
    8 cup Chemex
    Chemex Square Bleached filters
    Acaia Pearl scale (limited gold)
    Brewista Kettle
    Glass Stir Rods
    Couldn't find where I got my silicon, but I read that all silicon is food safe and microwave safe, so phone case will do!
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  • @PatrickJoannisse
    @PatrickJoannisse 3 роки тому +281

    Forget the recipe...that pouring technique into two cups!? Genius.

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +30

      But the recipe is gold 😭😭😭

    • @mikeballmball
      @mikeballmball 3 роки тому +13

      Agreed casual pouring flex 💪 . Thanks for the great content Lance! I don’t have a Chemex, but I’ll share with friends who do!

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +10

      Thank you! That type of support is literally the most important. Sharing, subbing, liking, commenting. It's all we creators can ask! Appreciate you

    • @joshguiao4428
      @joshguiao4428 3 роки тому +1

      The flexxxx

    • @Whatyoutakinbout
      @Whatyoutakinbout 2 роки тому +1

      Chill white boi

  • @theamazingcoffeebean6408
    @theamazingcoffeebean6408 2 роки тому +121

    I love how he just casually pours into two cups like that wasn't the coolest thing we've ever seen a Chemex do...well played Lance, well played!

    • @AdanYDR
      @AdanYDR Місяць тому +1

      2 years later, IT IS THE COOLEST THING I've even seen in a chemex haha

  • @zyzda22
    @zyzda22 3 роки тому +53

    For my 2 cents having used the chemex daily about 2 years, I don't have any issues with stalling and I've only had the spout clog a handful of times. I grind just barely coarser than a v60, but also make a larger 30:500 batch (in ~5min). You can totally avoid those issues just by using the filter the normal way, and I love how clean the cup is.
    Totally excited to try these hacks, love the stir stick and the cut filter hack! I just think the chemex deserves more love!

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +4

      You're one in a million if you've not had clogs. Lol it's a ubiquitous complaint globally against the chemex lol.

    • @AdventuresinBackpacking
      @AdventuresinBackpacking 2 роки тому +12

      I don’t have clogs either. If it does happen, it just takes a quick shift of the paper to correct. If it does happen to my brews, it is a simple correction.

    • @aprils.
      @aprils. 2 роки тому +6

      @@AdventuresinBackpacking Same for me! One tiny clog once, quickly corrected and typically very uniform results.

    • @danielsaezv
      @danielsaezv Рік тому +11

      @@LanceHedrick I think the reason for all those complaints is because most coffee connoisseurs (or snobs, lol) like to experiment and do their own thing. I have Baratza and Chemex and I do what the instructions say: 18-20 grind setting depending on how light the roast is. I’ve never had an issue with clogging. I do a very gentle pour and a couple of swirls. Love my v60, moka, aeropress, but in the morning for the whole family 60/1000gr is perfect. Cheers!

    • @chrismiksworld
      @chrismiksworld Рік тому +6

      @@LanceHedrick No Clogging for me

  • @arvedpi1784
    @arvedpi1784 3 роки тому +30

    Don't actually care for the chemex at all, I just love watching Lance tell me about coffee brewing :)

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +2

      Haha! Try these steps out with the Chemex. You might enjoy it!

    • @arvedpi1784
      @arvedpi1784 3 роки тому

      @@LanceHedrick would love to give it a try, but I really enjoy my v60 and my Stagg X, I don't think I'll buy a new one soon

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +2

      Oh for sure. If you don't already have one, no worries at all lol

    • @kevvsu
      @kevvsu 3 роки тому +1

      Same here! 🤣

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +2

      Haha y'all rock!

  • @GrandStudable
    @GrandStudable 3 роки тому +30

    This is freaking awesome Lance. You have a way of explaining the theory while showing a practical method that is really something to enjoy. I learned so much from watching your channel! Keep up the stellar work king!

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому

      Awesome! Let me know if you try it. Cheers, friend!

  • @tallbenito
    @tallbenito 2 роки тому +4

    dang following this recipe and tips really improved my morning brew. I never thought changing up my default method from the past 4 years would have such an impact! Thanks for the video!

  • @KyleRowsell
    @KyleRowsell 3 роки тому +4

    You're about to bring me back to the Chemex Lance.

  • @Ddiakova
    @Ddiakova 2 роки тому +7

    Ever since taking that home barista course held by a local SCA judge I was immediately hooked to the Chemex and bought it right after the course. And mind you I got the large one…. I didn’t know what I was getting myself into… more than 5 years later and I still use it daily and it is still my preferred method of brewing. I love the clean cup, the sweetness I get.. I feel so passionate about it I defend it left and right xD I am really excited to try your hacks immediately and I am happy I found your channel. I enjoy your clear instructions and tone of voice. Thank your doing this!

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  2 роки тому +2

      Wow that's incredible! So glad you're loving the way you brew. Can't get better than that! Appreciate your support

  • @noelscruggs5670
    @noelscruggs5670 3 роки тому +2

    That double pour.... amazing! Love you stuff thanks!

  • @db45acp92
    @db45acp92 2 роки тому +3

    Have had my Chemex for countless years. I solved the vent problem long ago with a simple fix. I have a supply of plastic drinking straws, the ones with a flex joint on one end. I fold the straw down at the flex point to 180 degrees and put a small piece of clear tape right at the bend to hold it in that position. I then place the long portion of teh straw down inside the vent channel and hook it on the pouring lip. It stays, no problem and provides the intended airflow for the pour to go without bubbling or stopping. Reuse many times, wash, rinse, repeat or get a new one.

  • @p9a9r21
    @p9a9r21 2 роки тому

    Love the seminar on using Chemex brewer. Another coffee friend suggested I use stainless steel microperforated filters. I also got some glass laboratory stir rods BUT I didn't know about placing them in the filter FIRST then pouring in freshly ground coffee and using the glass rod to make a funnel in the ground coffee to enhance extraction. THANK YOU!

  • @baristakev5709
    @baristakev5709 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you lance for providing accessible amazing content! What a legend

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you! Appreciate the support thoroughly

  • @hodgesmt
    @hodgesmt 3 роки тому +2

    For 2 years I used a Chemex and then switched to espresso or use a technivorm for large batches, Thanks to you I am just now learning that the Chemex can do so much better than I thought. Enjoying your series sooooooo much (and my coffee thanks you for it.) Cant wait to try my chemex again this weekend. After I dust it off :)

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +2

      Haha! I had to dust mine off, too. No shame. Took a while to clean it up as I began experimenting for this lol!

  • @josephteifer9714
    @josephteifer9714 2 роки тому

    Lance. thank you for the filter hack and the recipe. You have a great practical channel

  • @rnKata89
    @rnKata89 Рік тому

    This is amazing. Wish I discovered this video sooner! Most delicious cup of coffee ☕️ thanks!

  • @bongbongkhu5479
    @bongbongkhu5479 3 роки тому +9

    My g, lance! I have to say this. I dont even know you in real life but! I can notice and feel u r A humble person in first sight, apart from coffee contents i can see your patience, modest behavior and respect towards ppl, such a good energy vibrating out of you! you inspired me in so much way plus, splendid coffee skills, u surprise me each new videos! U r a hope and light in this dark world haha! Ive been complaining on all shit but now time to calm maself down and testing yal chemex guide :) ive learn from you so darn much!! Thx ☺️

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +1

      Wow thank you so much, my friend! This comment made my day

  • @MrBogieboy01
    @MrBogieboy01 9 місяців тому +1

    Just found a Chemex at the local Goodwill for $5, this will certainly come in handy to learn how to brew well with it! Thanks for the great content Lance!

  • @christopherf1217
    @christopherf1217 Рік тому +1

    Lance, I’ve come to learn about you via other coffee channels, so I decided to finally stop by. As someone who brews a Chemex, as their daily driver, this is perhaps one of the best, (if at least more insightful) videos about this brewer for those of us who use it, love it, and want to get more out of it. I’ve never had a brew stall and part of my routine is to pull the edges of the filter by the spout taught after my post bloom/initial pour draws down. Curious to see how much the 2 sided filter changes the taste in the cup. Excited to try this and some of the other hacks! That double pour was mind blowing and pure Gangsta! SUBSCRIBED!

  • @IvanKustera
    @IvanKustera 2 роки тому +1

    Nice video as always and since we have a guest at home I was brewing 650ml in the mornings using Chemex so it's going to be a perfect opportunity to try out the recipe (it's going to suck to count to 60 with Red Clix though). I liked the filters hack but I have to admit that in my ~5 years of using Chemex daily I got one stalled brew with Ethiopian coffee. Never thought it's a flawed brewer. However, I prefer V60 these days mostly for clarity in the cup and fruity and floral notes.

  • @WalkawayyyRenee
    @WalkawayyyRenee 2 роки тому +16

    The little pink silicone thingy is what my Dad uses to keep his coffee cup from cooling off too fast. He sits it on top of the cup between sips and it creates enough suction to seal and keep the hot coffee hot longer.

    • @ItsCrisp_
      @ItsCrisp_ Рік тому

      That’s genius!

    • @davidjacob2676
      @davidjacob2676 5 місяців тому

      I feel like that’s a nipple cover haha

  • @joshcook777
    @joshcook777 3 роки тому +2

    Double cup pour flex! Great video Lance, appreciate the hack!

  • @timothylennon323
    @timothylennon323 2 роки тому

    I've never subscribed to a station before, but this guys just warrants a like and subscription. Couldn't find Silicon pad around the house so that's on its way, but all of the other steps just gave my morning chemex a boost that I'm proud of. Thanks for sharing Lance

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  2 роки тому

      Wow that is huge praise! Thanks for subbing! Really means a lot and I'm so glad you saw immediate results!

  • @michaelfree3308
    @michaelfree3308 Рік тому

    Wow just tried this and it produced some amazing coffee! I didn’t have a single piece of soft silicone in my house at all so I used a wooden spoon and put in the he spout, but I want to try to find something what you used. And that pour method 🤯 so cool!

  • @sereenity
    @sereenity 6 місяців тому +1

    The coffee nerd/snob in me found this video so satisfying 😂

  • @cheekster777
    @cheekster777 3 роки тому +2

    Chemex...now we’re talkin’! 🙂
    Cheers Lance and team. 👍🏻

  • @larsonl6376
    @larsonl6376 Рік тому +2

    i hate to disagree with you. i usually love your videos. i've been using a chemex since 1980. water can not bypass the filter on the single fold side, there is glass there. it doesn't get any better than that. as for bypass on the 3 fold side, because of the small pour spout. i have watched for this, and i have barely seen any of this; there are 3 layers of thick paper there. if there is bypass, it is much less than a v60 would have with groves all the way around.
    in the last 5-10 years, i have noticed the filters appear to have changed. i have never had a filter, 3 plies into the pour spout, plug the spout and cause a jam. but like i said, in the last 5-10 years things changed. i now fold back a portion of the 3 ply side's "ear" down into the spout. this little trick totally solved the issue and i have never had it again.

  • @wheelchairboy88
    @wheelchairboy88 2 роки тому

    I tried the hack with filter this morning and it made such a huge difference in my coffee. I'm going to use my chemex more often now.

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  2 роки тому +1

      Heck yeah! Stoked you gave it a chance and enjoyed it!

  • @matthewocallaghan3062
    @matthewocallaghan3062 Рік тому

    Learned so so much from the video! Legend

  • @jasonsquiggles7310
    @jasonsquiggles7310 11 місяців тому +1

    The Chemex was one of my first brewers on my coffee/pour over journey. Sadly I broke my first Chemex but bought the bigger version with the handle. They fixed the air flow issue with a bigger lip. I haven't had clogs with the new version but the filter hack and the stir stick hacks were very useful. Madcap coffee has a recipe that's nice as well and pretty close to yours.

  • @user-jc2fj5hx8s
    @user-jc2fj5hx8s 6 місяців тому

    Thank you! I appreciate you sharing this. 😊❤

  • @wisemx
    @wisemx 3 роки тому +3

    Lance we're all friends here, go ahead and leave your cape on for the videos. 😎

  • @pedro_gott
    @pedro_gott 3 роки тому

    that pouring technique was amazing

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you! Try it out and let me know your thoughts

  • @AzuritSK
    @AzuritSK 3 роки тому +1

    I just wish I could taste it. 🤤 The pouring into 2 cups at the end was an unexpected additional hack.

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +1

      Haha for sure! Thanks for watching

  • @QuinCarter
    @QuinCarter 3 роки тому

    Man I'm just watching this. I've been brewing with a Chemex for years. I can make pretty decent cups with it. You totally blew my mind with those hacks! I normally use a chopstick to help the airflow. Also the glass stick thing is interesting. I'm going to try this when I get my next batch of beans!

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +1

      Love it! Do it! Thanks for watching

  • @biancacarol5461
    @biancacarol5461 3 роки тому +1

    I loved all these tips especially cutting the filter and using a chopstick! I feel slightly less anxiety using my chemex now!

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому

      Haha good! And that recipe will work even if you don't have time for the hacks!

  • @davidb7723
    @davidb7723 Рік тому

    Lance saying "chute" makes me smile for some reason 😁

  • @keithshapiro2487
    @keithshapiro2487 3 роки тому +2

    Yes! This video was perfect! The only problem is I end up pulling some shots of espresso for my wife and myself instead of grabbing the Chemex. This weekend, I'm on it as well as signing up for your Patreon. Thanks for all the knowledge and good vibes.

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much, friend! Appreciate it!

  • @braxtonjens7839
    @braxtonjens7839 3 роки тому +3

    Due to the shortage of Chemex filters these days, I haven’t brewed chemex in a while, since I’m out of filters. I really enjoy brewing with it, I enjoy the clean cup.
    Great video! I’ve been loving the content!

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +2

      Nice! I wasn't aware of chemex filter shortage! We have loads if they're listed on our site. Onyx coffee lab.com

    • @hodgesmt
      @hodgesmt 3 роки тому +1

      Your comment made me think.... I have the Able Kone metal filter for the chemex, wonder what Lance thinks of those?

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +3

      Keep that able kone for my video next week. It's gonna Blow YOUR MIND

    • @braxtonjens7839
      @braxtonjens7839 3 роки тому +1

      @@LanceHedrick
      Yeah, chemex filters were on back order because they couldn’t keep up with demand.
      I’ll check out the onyx website to make an order.
      Thanks Lance!

  • @jas0ny88
    @jas0ny88 2 роки тому +6

    Hey Lance, great video and I love the paper trick and the trick with the stick to spread the grounds. Question about the paper trick, Ive noticed while majority of the paper is still 2 and 2, the very bottom of the filter is actually not 2 and 2 due to the 45 degree cut. It's actually 1 and 3 still.
    Any ideas on how to fix this?

    • @arguchik
      @arguchik 11 місяців тому

      I'm not Lance, but I can answer: there's no way to fix it. It's that little bit you leave un-cut that prevents grounds from falling through the filter.

  • @caseydavidphillips
    @caseydavidphillips 3 роки тому

    Bro! Shattered my Chemex a few months ago and now I want another one just to try this! Amazing recipe!

  • @pip5461
    @pip5461 3 роки тому +6

    Interesting method of preparing the paper filter... I just buy "cone" filter papers...but I liked the use of the silicon, and stirring stick placement.

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +5

      For sure. You can use cone, but the chemex filter is actually quite good. Thick and sturdy. I like using them for big brews much more than thin cone filters

    • @champganjah5944
      @champganjah5944 2 роки тому +1

      @@LanceHedrick I wonder how would a double cone filter compare to a chemex filter? i think it is worth a try.

  • @JejuneJesuit
    @JejuneJesuit 3 роки тому

    Don't have a chemex. Still learned a lot about brewing! Thanks Lance

  • @jacquesolivierv
    @jacquesolivierv Рік тому +1

    Hi Lance ,
    Thanks for the video. Should I change the flow with the chemex 3 cups ? Want to mostly do 1 cup only with it
    Thank you

  • @ctaussen
    @ctaussen 2 роки тому +1

    Lance, as always, your videos are enjoyable and educational to watch. I can feel the passion for coffee streaming through my phone.

  • @jonathanwhalen7076
    @jonathanwhalen7076 3 роки тому

    Love this! Silicone is such a good idea, cant wait to try tomorrow morning :)

  • @doylelacrua
    @doylelacrua 9 місяців тому

    Wow. There are levels to this.

  • @mdunu
    @mdunu Рік тому

    Great video Lance! Can we use the silicone hack when brewing with an Able Kone? Or is there no point?

  • @Elmusiico
    @Elmusiico 3 роки тому +2

    Hey Lance, awesome video like always! Could we have a French press video. Huge fan here 👌

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому

      Absolutely! I'll put that in the queue. After next week, I might pivot back to espresso for a bit, but I'll certainly work towards a french press video!

  • @wwmeades
    @wwmeades 2 роки тому

    I've been wanting to try a chemex for a long while. I usually just use my espresso machine, but it becomes a pain if we have guest over and we are just making coffee. I stopped by an estate sale this morning and picked up an almost new 8 cup chemex with 100 bleached chemex filters for $6. Pulled up your video and gave it a try. Wow! works great, tastes great. I used a silicon straw to place in the channel to keep an air flow going. thanks for sharing this video. It made my first attempt with the chemex a success!

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  2 роки тому

      Fantastic! This makes me so stoked to read! Thanks for sharing

  • @3omar_a7maad
    @3omar_a7maad 2 роки тому

    I don't actually have a chemex and I cannot get one where I live but damn that pour into 2 cups is something that I need to learn. it's so impressive.

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  2 роки тому

      Hahaha! It is certainly fun! And a cool trick to casually flex on friends lol

  • @Bauderjoh
    @Bauderjoh Рік тому

    jeeezzzz the double pour!!!

  • @BrianRenshaw
    @BrianRenshaw 3 роки тому

    As always, good stuff and very clear! Does seem a bit labor intensive with cutting up the filters but will definitely have to try this out

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +1

      It's really not that bad, especially if you're someone worried about bypass. If so, you're probably already taking a bit to situate filters perfectly to optimize extraction. Also, can easily do quite a few in one sitting to set yourself up

    • @BrianRenshaw
      @BrianRenshaw 3 роки тому +1

      @@LanceHedrick makes sense…also, probably if you’re watching this video you’re already in the upper tier of those that care about your brews and willing to do that!

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +1

      For sure. And the hacks aren't imperative. The recipe still is optimal imo for chemex brewing

  • @coocooforcoffee4248
    @coocooforcoffee4248 2 роки тому

    I don’t have Chemex but I do enjoy your videos, keep up with good work 👍

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  2 роки тому +1

      thanks so much for watching even though it doesnt really apply to you! Appreciate the support

  • @leftiesrule
    @leftiesrule 3 роки тому +1

    I'm really digging your latest videos. A lot of UA-cam videos have hand-wavy statements so I appreciate your thoughtful explanations. Curious which cone dripper you'd choose for a 500g batch (30g coffee) v60 or chemex or???

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +1

      V60! For sure. For something that big, I'd do a plastic v60 or plastic cafec Flower. And thank you!

  • @estella_thecreative
    @estella_thecreative Рік тому +2

    For the silicone I recommend using a silicone food cover. If you have one you don't use, just cut it so that it covers the chute.

  • @DonSWG
    @DonSWG 3 роки тому +2

    I am a fairly lazy person when I'm not at work (just ask my wife!), so I doubt I'll do that filter hack more than once to try it, but it's a super interesting method that I wouldn't have known about without you bringing it to our attention. I've never really been a big fan of the Chemex after wasting a TON of coffee trying to get a cup I like. I may have to try this recipe now, if I can dig up my silicone jar opener! Thanks!

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому

      Haha! The recipe works well without that hack, so no worries.
      And for the filters, I understand. I would recommend it, though! It will incredibly increase your extraction and consistency.
      Just make them like once weekly. Knock out a few. Quite easy once you have made a couple

    • @DonSWG
      @DonSWG 3 роки тому

      @@LanceHedrick Welllllll I guess I won't be trying it anytime soon, as I dropped my Chemex on the floor just now! RIP :(

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому

      NOOOOOOO what are the odds?!?

  • @sdjohnston67
    @sdjohnston67 2 роки тому

    Fabulous!

  • @McKullinLuikaus
    @McKullinLuikaus 2 роки тому +1

    Suprisingly the handblown version fixes all the spout problems. The brewcone is actually shaped the same as the filter and spout is more pronounced. No issues with collapsing filters, even tried the one layer on the spoutside.

  • @adamdavid8207
    @adamdavid8207 2 роки тому

    Thanks for this video! Some really interesting stuff, but with some of the subtle coffee hacks I always wonder about real differences; the change in filter folding makes sense, but have you done any blind tastings to see if it makes a detectable difference? Or even just measured for TDS differences?

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  2 роки тому

      Of course! Have done both. Many times. Lol

  • @moneymaker22ish
    @moneymaker22ish 3 роки тому +1

    This is a great video Lance. I have been enjoying the Chemex for about a year now and this video has definitely upped my game. I have explored the Chemex, French press, and deeply into the world of espresso. I am wondering what I should get next. V60, Aeropress, or something else you suggest?

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому

      V60 is great! And I already have a video on it up haha

  • @Tastewithnewdrinks
    @Tastewithnewdrinks 3 роки тому +1

    Amazing explain 🥰🥰🥰

  • @shirazkasim1230
    @shirazkasim1230 2 роки тому

    Hey Lance I think u r one of the best people to learn about Coffee.
    Lance the Chemex, Aeropress, V60 and other filter methods, what do they each represent, do each have that uniques about them?

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  2 роки тому

      For sure! In short, Chemex tends to have a very low body and high acidity/clarity, though uneven extraction. Aeropress tends to have a huge body, low clarity, and medium acidity. V60 tends to have high clarity, average extraction, and medium sweetness. of course, these are over simplifications but they all brew the coffee extremely differently.

  • @ToddParker
    @ToddParker Рік тому

    Hi Lance, I have a full pour over bar and manually brew every morning. However, I have a bonavita coffee brewer for those mornings I want to check out and be lazy. Thinking of upgrade on bonavita and in 2023 Wilfa Precision has been redesigned for US market through Lardera. Then I think of the Moccamaster and the Chemex ottomatic. In short, I wonder what you might recommend? The Chemex Ottomatic to me has special appeal because you get a Chemex 6 cup and so it gives me another pour over device manually. I have had Chemex 3 and 8 cup for years and had to keep replacing as young children broke the glass. This would allow me to get Chemex in my game again.

  • @marcmazer6755
    @marcmazer6755 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the video! What grind setting would you recommend for the Baratza Encore?

  • @DanielMerk23
    @DanielMerk23 2 роки тому +3

    Fold the tip of the paper forward on the spout side and no need to use the silicone part. Keeps a nice opening on the spout.

  • @brucevodka
    @brucevodka Рік тому

    GENIUS!!

  • @user-do5hd7zb4x
    @user-do5hd7zb4x 7 місяців тому

    Excellant!

  • @VinceMGuitar
    @VinceMGuitar 3 роки тому

    Great video Lance!! Can you explain the logic in using discrete pours? I understand the discrete bloom pours but why divide the remainder and wait for the draw down and pour again? As opposed to just keeping it topped off? And how do you decide how many discrete pours to divide it into?

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +2

      Hey! Good question. Pouring is one of the most insane ways to introduce agitation. Bare kettle pouring causing insane movement and can discharge fines. Anyway, the more pours, the more agitation. You could keep topping it off to maintain high thermal mass, but I think it is more important to add judiciously based off what you're targeting in the extraction and when.

  • @sammylove14
    @sammylove14 2 роки тому

    This is interesting how different it is than what I usually do, and I’ll be trying your techniques to see if it improves the taste.

  • @johnpearson7815
    @johnpearson7815 Рік тому

    Hi Lance, trying to follow this with my C40 but getting longer brew times 10min+ sometimes. How are you locating your zero on the C40? (I'm doing it from where the crank sticks when holding the grinder horizontal - e.g. not where the burr is screwed in as tightly as it can be with the click mech)

  • @danielleonard4404
    @danielleonard4404 3 роки тому +1

    The Chemex was my first pour over brewer that I got, and I quickly switched to the V60 after having trouble with smaller brews and wasting large amounts of coffee on brews that didn’t turn out right. Just made a batch brew following this technique and it’s hands down one of the BEST pour overs I’ve ever made!! Loving your videos Lance, feels like I’m taking college courses for coffee and I’m loving every second of it! Keep the recipes coming, your channel is awesome

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому

      Fantastic! Thanks so much for the comment. Means a lot!

  • @thiagotiberio838
    @thiagotiberio838 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks for another great lesson, Lance! Instead of the silicone, you could try sitting a metal straw or glass pipette right into the spout: it would provide a wall for the paper filter and breathing hole for the container, and do away with plastics... Talk about metal, any word on stainless steel filters?

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +2

      You could but it would solve the bypass that happens there!
      And I don't enjoy metal filters. They allow too many insolubles through to the final cup. I prefer clean cups where the acidity isn't overrun by the cell wall fragments, oils, etc, that make it through. But, everyone is different!

    • @Jarvis4889
      @Jarvis4889 10 місяців тому

      Does the straw method work for you? I had that same idea and then saw your comment.

  • @murrayriver12260
    @murrayriver12260 3 роки тому

    Great tips as always! But which one is better to use, a paper filter or the metal filter that came with my chemex?

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому

      This is personal preference. I don't enjoy metal filters because too many insolubles make it to the final cup. Paper filters produce much cleaner cups of coffee.

  • @KugoVolarus
    @KugoVolarus 3 роки тому

    Love the content!
    Could you do a cold brew video?

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +2

      At some point I absolutely will!

  • @topjets5616
    @topjets5616 3 роки тому +1

    I don't do pour overs but it's fun to watch :)

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому

      Haha! Thank you for watching regardless!

  • @declanburke6579
    @declanburke6579 3 роки тому +1

    Genius hack with the filter paper!!!!

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +1

      Right?! I absolutely love it

    • @declanburke6579
      @declanburke6579 3 роки тому +1

      @@LanceHedrick This has solved a major issue I’ve had with the Chemex! Thanks again!

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +1

      Wonderful. So glad to be a conduit to better coffee!

  • @elevatedthinking
    @elevatedthinking 5 місяців тому

    Followed your directions to the letter, used my brand new grinder (Christmas present from the wife) and I don't know if I should be scared or happy becuase I'm drinking it black and darn, if it don't taste good. Thanks for the video! Cheers!

  • @ivicasvilicic2325
    @ivicasvilicic2325 Рік тому

    I read up a bit about both and know the I currently brew espresso type coffee’s - but am wanting to start with pour overs after having a nice coffee from my local coffee shop using a chemex.
    Im tossing up between chemex or v60. Still undecided.
    from your experience, would you prefer or recommend one more than another ?
    Cost for each here in Australia are pretty much equal - so taking cost out of thr equation

  • @DemirJPN
    @DemirJPN 3 роки тому +6

    Awesome video as always! There is just one huge issue tough, after convincing my S.O. that I need a V60, 2 moka pots, Aeropress, vietnamese coffee dripper, Ibrik, kalita wave, hario switch and then lastly(i promised) a Breville Barista Express, how the hell am I supposed to convince my wife that I need a Chemex now??

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +9

      Hahaha! Oh no. That is an issue... Ughhhhh say it can hold plants when not being used?

    • @DemirJPN
      @DemirJPN 3 роки тому +1

      @@LanceHedrick 🤣

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +2

      Such a fun comment haha

  • @felipemotorhead
    @felipemotorhead Рік тому

    I have never had clog issue, I think that may happen if you place the paper in the wrong orientation, I loved the even sides hack though!

  • @amgottli
    @amgottli Рік тому

    @lance - what are your thoughts on replacing the paper filter with a reusable one like the Barista Warrior. The air issue becomes non-existant and it saturates everything evenly.

  • @juliancalo
    @juliancalo Рік тому

    Great video man, thanks! One question though, I like my coffee hot, I find that with the extraction time etc. with the Chemex, it gets a bit cold, any hacks for that?

    • @jordanbrock7239
      @jordanbrock7239 Рік тому

      Have you tried a cozy/blanket? or a lid? Just got a Chemex and my girlfriend found several of both online to keep coffee warm. Amazon, Etsy ... lots of custom stuff out there that looks cool and keeps coffee pretty hot.

  • @mikepanton
    @mikepanton 2 роки тому +3

    I've literally never had the flute get blocked...how? 😅

  • @kathleenscheidt7339
    @kathleenscheidt7339 10 місяців тому

    Love mine!

  • @streetcrab875
    @streetcrab875 2 роки тому +1

    About the filter hack, don’t you still have 3 plys at the base of the cone on one side ? It still drips 3 something sides to one , no?

  • @willhomerrr
    @willhomerrr 3 роки тому

    Definitely gonna take some pointers from this and apply it to the v60 technique you showed, esp regarding spin and agitation - I would try this on my 3 cup chemex but I'm just too lazy to calculate appropriate origami for the half moon papers!

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +1

      hahaha! Yeah. I haven't done anythign for the 3 cup, either. Maybe that is another video another day

  • @jen-freedom-and-peace
    @jen-freedom-and-peace Рік тому

    wow - My french press broke - wanted a simple cup of coffee in the morning - didn't know the chemex was this much work! But thanks

  • @shammimi4858
    @shammimi4858 3 роки тому

    Great job,thanx

  • @Robert-yj2fu
    @Robert-yj2fu 3 роки тому

    Thanks Lance, will try if I have a chemex one day 😉

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +1

      haha! Thanks for watching even without having chemex lol

  • @pvl256
    @pvl256 Рік тому

    I've never had a problem with the filter blocking the chute - I just jigger it a bit after the rinse, if necessary. I always figured that the three layer side of the filter in conjunction with the chute, would ensure that the water passed through the three layers rather than going out elsewhere.
    Hmmm .... Maybe if the chute is taken out of play entirely like this with the silicone then water can ONLY exit into the carafe at the bottom tip of the filter, after it has also passed through the coffee.

  • @chrisward2k
    @chrisward2k Рік тому

    This changed my experience with the chemex

  • @kalaribabak9006
    @kalaribabak9006 Рік тому

    Hi,lance
    What is the thickness of the silicon diameter? Should it be thin?

  • @TheWorldViewBros
    @TheWorldViewBros Рік тому

    Thank you. What about using a cone filter?

  • @LesliesDemos
    @LesliesDemos 2 роки тому

    Question: Is it okay for the water to drain through before it's time for the next installment of water? In other words, when I add water at the 2 minute mark, the previous water has drained out. Thanks for your vid. Amazing.

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  2 роки тому +1

      Yes! That is completely fine and 100% expected! I actually did a US Brewers Cup routine where I had this built in every pour. Decreases bed temp, but increases turbulence and agitation with my pours effecting a delicious brew. Thanks for watching!

  • @mapfield13
    @mapfield13 3 роки тому +1

    Lance, I've always wondered.... Does the rinse water for filters like these need to be as hot as possible? I'm always tempted to rinse earlier than boiling so I can finish prepping the coffee

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому +1

      Nah. No need to be as hot as possible! In fact, unless it's a chemex filter, I mainly rinse just to form the filter. If you brew two cups, one with a rinsed filter and one without, unless it's a chemex filter, the taste of paper is almost impossible to perceive.

    • @mapfield13
      @mapfield13 3 роки тому

      Tried your recipe and it went great. Thanks for your efforts!

  • @hadassahsoddsandends
    @hadassahsoddsandends Рік тому

    I just ordered my Chemex, and now I'm almost sorry already! I just wanted something without any plastic in it! How can you tell you're pouring this much or that much water in each pour? Is the glass marked? I will probably cut my filter your way, but no silicone! Buying this was trying to get away from anything that might have chemicals. You're also talking about the water cooling. Will my coffee be cold or lukewarm? Will it be ok to reheat it in the carafe?

  • @irunchef752
    @irunchef752 3 роки тому +1

    mine broke a year or so ago and I've stuck with the v60 since. making me want to get a new one. first of all to try the hacks, and secondly, so I can pour two cups and drink em both

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому

      Haha! The split pour is super fun. And do it! Would love to hear your thoughts on the hacks

  • @degrees7117
    @degrees7117 10 місяців тому

    Ive heard from some guides that we shouldn’t let it go completely dry at the end, as it would not taste good. Tho im not sure how bad it taste like exactly. What are your thoughts on that?

  • @hanzohcafe.
    @hanzohcafe. 3 роки тому +1

    I don't own a chemex but very informative video as always! ☕

    • @LanceHedrick
      @LanceHedrick  3 роки тому

      Haha! Thanks for watching regardless

  • @ryanh4551
    @ryanh4551 Рік тому

    Don’t like idea of silicone and hot things is there another option for that chute ? Thanks