Chemex Guide

Chemex Best Practices

The Chemex is an elegant coffee brewing tool introduced in 1941. Known for its timeless design, it’s adored by coffee enthusiasts for its ability to produce a clean, smooth cup of coffee.

Here are the finest techniques to prepare coffee using this iconic pour-over coffee maker.

Chemex Iced Coffee Recipe – Is This The Best Specialty Iced Coffee?

If you’re a fan of iced coffee on a hot day (like I am), you’ll be excited to hear that you can use the Chemex to make iced coffee easier…

These Best Coffee Beans for Chemex Are The Secret Ingredient Behind Amazing Pour Over Coffee

Are you not quite tasting what makes a Chemex cup different? I’m here to let you in on a secret so you can hit your goal for every cup of…

How to Use a Chemex for Barista-Level Coffee

As a coffee lover, I’m always looking for new and interesting ways to enjoy my favorite brew. Chemex is definitely one of my favorites. In this article, I’ll be taking…

Chemex Smarts

Understanding the nuances of brewing with the Chemex is key to a perfect cup. Here are some enlightening articles on the topic.

Exact Chemex Ratios for Every Chemex Size

Have you ever tried brewing a cup of coffee with a Chemex, and it just tasted off? It may have been too weak or too bitter, and overrode all other…

Chemex Grind Size Guide: How to Get the Right Fineness Every Time

You don’t need many things to use a Chemex, but you need to get the details perfected. And one of those crucial details is the grind size. In this guide…

How to Fold a Chemex Filter Like Pro: A Step-by-Step Guide

Did you ever wonder why you’re not harnessing the full potential of your Chemex? The issue may not be with the quality of your beans or water but with something often overlooked: how you’re…

Secrets to a Spotless Chemex – How and When to Clean a Chemex Coffee Maker

As a coffee connoisseur, you know that the beauty of Chemex brewing is in its elegant simplicity. But as with any tool or item used often, it needs to be cleaned…

Chemex Gear Primer

The classic Chemex design has remained a staple, but newer models present a variety of functional and aesthetic enhancements. Here are a few articles detailing these developments, as well as other useful info on the gear you’ll be using with this brewer.

In-Depth Chemex Review: My Brewing Experience & Coffee Quality

Being a barista, I’ve seen and tried my fair share of brewing methods. But there’s one that has always captivated my attention with its elegance and simplicity: the Chemex Coffee…

Exploring Chemex Filter Types: Finding the Perfect Coffee Filter for Your Brew 

The multivariate nature of brewing with a Chemex can be confusing. Grinds? Ok. Water? Ok. But why are there so many Chemex filter types? And how are they different? I…

Top 8 Coffee Scales for Chemex Precision Brewing

Are you bothered by your inconsistent and lackluster Chemex brews? With Chemex brewing, every step and piece of equipment requires precision. From the number of coffee beans used to the…

Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Coffee Filter: Types, Shapes, Sizes, and Impact on Taste

Connoisseurs of the coffee world know that choosing the right filter is an important part of the brewing experience, providing a gateway for your ground coffee beans to turn into a…

Which Chemex Size is Right For You? Essential Guide To Choosing a Chemex Coffee Maker 

Are you ready to make your morning cup of joe with a Chemex coffeemaker? As the saying goes, “The devil is in the details” and choosing which size of Chemex…

Comparing the Chemex

The Chemex is a great way to make pour-over coffee, but it’s not the only way. In fact, there are several other popular brewing methods that you should know about as well. Here are some articles I wrote comparing them to the classic Chemex.