Clever Dripper Brewing Guide

The Clever Dripper is an immersion coffee brewer that can make either a delicate, nuanced cup or a heavier bodied cup without precision pouring, which means it's not essential to use a gooseneck kettle.

Unlike other immersion brewers that are best suited to a higher dose due to their inefficient extraction, the Clever Dripper is able to extract well at a lower dose due to the lid that keeps a stable brewing temperature and the conical design that allows for even extraction.

Preparation

  • You Will Need

    • Clever Dripper
    • Filtropa filter papers
    • Scales
    • Timer
    • Spoon

  • Ingredients

    • 18g of coffee
    • 300ml of hot water, just off the boil
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Method

Method: 

1. Place the filter paper into the brewer and fill with hot water, this pre-heats the brewer enabling a stable brew temperature, and gets rid of any papery taste. After 1 minute, dump the water. 

2. Place the brewer on your scales, tare them and put 18g of coffee in. Zero the scales again. 



3. Start the timer. 

4. Pour 300ml of your hot water onto your coffee, stir gently to ensure all grounds are wet and place the lid on top of the brewer. 

5. At 2 minutes, remove the lid and give a gentle stir to ensure no grounds are stuck to the side. 

6. Immediately place the brewer onto your mug or vessel and the coffee will drain through. 

7. Your coffee should finish draining through between 3:45 and 4:15 and taste delicious. 

If your brew was slow and tastes bitter, coarsen your grind. If your brew was fast and tastes weak and sour, fine your grind.

If you want more body, up your coffee dose and adjust grind to taste.

Coffee FAQ's

Clever Dripper Brewing Guide

How many cups of coffee can I make with this brewing recipe?

You can make roughly 1-2 cups of coffee with this brewing recipe.

Can I freeze cold brew concentrate?

Yes. Cold brew concentrate freezes well for up to 2 months. Freeze in ice cube trays for ready-to-use cold brew ice cubes — they'll chill your drink without diluting it.

What grind size should I use for cold brew?

A coarse grind, similar to cracked peppercorns or coarse sea salt. Finer grinds extract too quickly and produce cloudy, bitter results that are difficult to filter.

Is cold brew less acidic than iced coffee?

Yes. Cold brew is typically around 60–70% lower in titratable acidity than hot-brewed coffee, which is why many people who find regular coffee harsh on their stomach enjoy cold brew.

How long does cold brew last in the fridge?

Cold brew concentrate keeps for up to 7 days in a sealed container in the fridge. Diluted cold brew is best drunk within 2–3 days.

What is a Clever Dripper?

A Clever Dripper is a mix between a french press and a pour-over coffee maker. Its form resembles that of a pour-over coffee maker, yet it employs the immersion technique, facilitated by a unique valve positioned at the base.

Which coffees are suitable for this brewing recipe?

Take a look at our suggested coffees below to find the best single origin or blend for your Clever Dripper.

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