For the Nordic Coffee Fest we asked some of our partners in crime coffee to send their favourite brewing recipes. For those who came to the fair the free printed brochure was available but worry not for those not in the NCF hood, we'll share all the recipes once a week here and on our Instagram @espressogear 

This recipe comes from Lapland, north of Sweden and home to Budhas Kafferosteri. Budha himself wrote this recipe for us, which makes everything extra special. To know more about Budha's coffee rostery visit www.budhaskafferosteri.se.

                                                     That's Budha Sutedja focused on his pour over. 

Brewing with the Chemex: Where Style Meets Clarity in Every Cup

The Chemex isn’t just a brewer—it’s a design icon. With its sleek glass curves and wooden collar, it looks like it belongs in both a museum and your morning ritual. But beyond the aesthetics, the Chemex produces an exceptionally clean and crisp cup of coffee, perfect for highlighting delicate flavors and bright acidity.

Whether you're a seasoned brewer or just starting out, this step-by-step Chemex guide will help you make the most out of this timeless coffee tool.

What You’ll Need

• Chemex brewer (6-cup recommended)

• Chemex paper filter

• 20g medium-coarse ground coffee

• 320g water at 94°C

• Gooseneck kettle (for control)

• Timer

• Scale

Step-by-Step: How to Brew with a Chemex

🔥 Step 1: Prep the Filter & Brewer

Place your Chemex filter with the triple-fold side facing the spout. Rinse the filter with hot water to remove paper taste and preheat the glass. Discard the rinse water.

☕ Step 2: Add Coffee

Add 20g of coffee to the rinsed filter. Gently shake to level the bed for even extraction.

💧 Step 3: The Pouring Process

Pour slowly and evenly in stages:

1. Bloom – Pour 55g of water over the coffee. Let it bloom for 55 seconds. This releases gases and preps the grounds for extraction.

2. At 0:55–1:25 min, pour 45g more water slowly.

3. Between 1:25–2:00 min, pour 100g of water.

4. Finally, pour the remaining 65g of water to reach 320g total.

⏱️ Step 4: Let It Drip

Let the water pass through the coffee bed and finish dripping. Your total brew time should be between 2:55 and 3:25 minutes.

✨ The Result: A Clean and Elegant Cup

The Chemex delivers a bright, clean cup that emphasizes clarity and subtle flavors. It’s especially great for light to medium roast coffees that you want to savor slowly.

Pro Tip: Dial It In

Too slow? Try a coarser grind.
Too fast? Grind finer.
Taste too sour? Add 10 seconds to your bloom time.
This brewer gives you full control—and that’s the beauty of it.

Ready to Brew in Style?

If you're ready to level up your coffee game with a brewer that looks as good as it tastes, the Chemex is a must-have. From its timeless design to the bright, clean flavor it delivers, it's a favorite for good reason.

👉 Grab your Chemex and brewing gear and enjoy the full experience, cup after cup.

Favourite Brew Collection - Chemex