Japanese Ceramic Coffee Filter Dripper, Reusable, Arita Porcelain

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While it does negate the need for an additional paper filter, the energy and water required for the cleaning and maintenance would seem to counteract any resource efficiency. We brewed the most outstanding cups of both the Bella Donovan and the Gatuyaini on the Kalita, capturing abundant notes of tart and juicy plum, dark chocolate, citrus, and hints of melon.

But if you love trying coffee with wild, unconventional notes, or you just want rich, potent coffee with a smooth finish, you’re better off with the Kalita or the Hario.H Concept, the Japanese product design firm behind Cerapotta, is passionate about coffee and the tools that enhance brewing. But once you’ve got the right gear and method, pour-over is a simple, inexpensive, and fun way to make the best-tasting coffee. This affects how big a cup you can reasonably brew, and we chose to test only those drippers that could brew 12 ounces of coffee or more—enough to fill a mug. The company aims to create an unparalleled coffee experience by combining traditional porcelain techniques with modern advancements—the Cerapotta's design and functionality showcase H Concept's commitment to craftsmanship, quality, and sustainability. It’s important to do this as soon as possible, since it becomes harder to remove them once they’re dry.

The Bee House Ceramic Coffee Dripper is affordable and produces well-rounded (though less-nuanced) coffee.But people who simply want an easy, compact way to brew a good cup of coffee might prefer (or at least not mind) the Bee House’s tendency to produce simpler, “classic”-tasting filtered coffee. This was something that all of our inexperienced testers noted: They weren’t sure whether they should pour over the ridges in the filter or just in the center. The idea is that a ceramic coffee filter that is made once and reused many times will save the need for the manufacturing and use of paper filters. It’s also imperative that you use fresh, high-quality beans, whether you prefer blends or single-origin offerings. That said, at its best the Hario captured a range of flavors similar to those produced in the Kalita, and brewed well-rounded coffee that took milk well.