Quick answerFor a Chemex (about 3 cups), use 40 g of medium-coarse Yemeni coffee and 650 g of water at 93-95°C. Bloom with 80 g water for 45 seconds, then pour in stages. Total brew time should be 4 to 5 minutes. The thick filter gives a very clean, sweet cup.
Why Chemex suits Yemeni coffee
The thick paper filter removes most oils and sediment, letting Yemeni coffee's fruit and cocoa notes come through cleanly.
Steps
- Place the filter with the triple fold toward the spout and rinse it.
- Grind 40 g coffee medium-coarse, like kosher salt.
- Pour 80 g water to bloom; wait 45 seconds.
- Pour slowly to 300 g, wait, then to 500 g, then to 650 g.
- Remove the filter when drained (4-5 minutes).
- Swirl and serve.
Tips
- Brew taking over 6 minutes? Grind coarser.
- Keep the water level below the rim of the filter.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make one cup in a Chemex?
Yes, scale to 20 g coffee and 320 g water.
Why is my Chemex slow?
The grind is too fine or the filter is clogged by fines; grind coarser.
Do I need to rinse the filter?
Yes, it removes paper taste and preheats the glass.
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