Step 1: Get into the grind

Grind your favorite whole bean coffee to a medium coarse ground.

Step 2: Filter up

Open a CHEMEX® Bonded Coffee Filter into a cone shape so that one side of the cone has three layers, and place it into the top of the CHEMEX® brewer. The thick three-layer portion should cover the pouring spout.

Step 3: The scoop

Put one rounded tablespoon of ground coffee for every 5 oz. cup into the filter cone. Feel free to use more if you
prefer it stronger; our CHEMEX® brewing process eliminates bitterness.

Step 4: Let it bloom

Once you have brought the
appropriate amount of water to a boil, remove it from the heat and allow it to stop boiling vigorously. Pour a small amount of water in a circular motion over the coffee grounds to wet them, and wait for about 30 seconds for them to “bloom”.

Step 5: First pour

After the grounds bloom, slowly pour the water over the grounds while keeping the water level well below the top of the CHEMEX® Coffeemaker (quarter inch or more).

Step 6: Brew on

Slowly pour the remaining water over
the grounds, using a circular or back-and-forth motion as you pour to ensure
an even saturation of the coffee.

Step 7: Toss the filter

Once the desired amount of coffee is brewed, lift the filter with spent grounds out of the brewer and discard.

Step 8: Enjoy the perfect cup

Pour your freshly made coffee into your CHEMEX® mug and indulge in the flavor.