Onyx Coffee Lab - Clever Dripper Brew Guide

[@Komputiker]

Also be sure to invert the dripper after preheating because there is usually a spoonful of residual preheat-paper-water that does not drain out.

[@OnyxCoffeeLab]

Good tip! I've only had less than an ounce leftover, but always tip it out of habit.

[@musiloko787]

It is amazing to hear Elika say "panela" as a way to describe sweetness. Such a common word in Colombia to describe coffee's caramely notes.

[@OnyxCoffeeLab]

Thanks so much! First, panela is delicious. Second, absolutely more common than the US.

[@skripnigor]

Fun fact: it can also work as an actual pour-over funnel while standing on a cup. Such an awesome device.

[@joelm2483]

Mind blown. Thank You!

[@adamthemute]

Love the grind recs for multiple devices, thanks!

[@ScarsOfAFracturedSou]

I like this recipe as it is geared to a larger serving size, many I have seen have been targeted at 7 ounce serving size (which is miniscule in my opinion). It's always great to experiment with a new technique with great product.

[@4lottisintellect]

This is THE best, most helpful Clever dripper video I have watched. Especially appreciate mention of water temp of 208 if at altitude, where I am. Thank you!

[@JayCeeGee]

I don't know if it's a known fact. But I realized the top of the ridges on the side is 400g. When I'm camping with no scale, etc; I fill to there, and add 5 even tablespoons of coffee (25g). Easy quick coffee.

[@OnyxCoffeeLab]

That's really cool! I noticed it was close, but wasn't sure if it was exact either with or without coffee. Just makes it that much easier!

[@robertv4442]

I love this recipe, its has become my daily driver method of brewing. Thanks for sharing!

[@applepieclub5012]

I've grinded 3, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, on the fellow ode grinder. Never dared to go to 1. I will give that a shot tomorrow morning, along with this recipe and report back my results.

[@applepieclub5012]

Grinding at a 1 on the fellow ode, following the same 1:16 ratio, left a lot to be desired. There was no body to the coffee and it overall felt lacklustre.

[@S4YY1D]

⁠@@applepieclub5012thank you for affirming my beliefs, Americans drink their coffee like the Brits drink their tea, light and flat. 😂

[@applepieclub5012]

@@S4YY1D no problem! Yeah, I don’t get grinding at a 1. There’s literally no coffee for the water to hit, so you’re just drinking what is essentially a water brew.

[@edinmanbiker]

Thank you for sharing this great recipe, though I used Hario Switch instead. No bitterness, great flavor!

[@ItsPatrickGates]

Haha! the S sounds in this video are hilarious 😆 great info though, and I really enjoy the southern weather coffee from Onyx

[@OnyxCoffeeLab]

So sorry we say such scores of 's' sounds.

[@ItsPatrickGates]

@@OnyxCoffeeLab 😂😂😂 good one! Haha

[@vcp93]

To avoid the "choke", pour your water in first and "then" add the coffee. Take a spoon (or something handy) and gently incorporate the grounds into the water until they are completely soaked. Works for me; your mileage may vary.

[@kg-Whatthehelliseventhat]

James Hoffmann does this. Water, coffee than water. Thank you for your comment. Do you home roast?

[@GeraldPost]

How does one make 2 mugs (ceramic, not see-through) of coffee with a Clever dripper and minimal other stuff? All videos conveniently show one mug/cup only.

[@CladriteRadio]

We have an OXO grinder and use a Clever. Can someone recommend a setting for this grinder to get the proper ground size?

[@Neonb1bLes]

Omg I LOVE your shirt!!??? Where is it from???

[@samks2000]

What if we want to reduce the volume of water to 250gm from 400gm? Would the steep time and agitations remain the same ?

[@angrygoldfish]

I'd be interested in knowing this as well.

[@jrowla2]

just divide by 16 to get the grams of coffee to use

[@bloodex91]

can you do a hario switch video next?

[@OnyxCoffeeLab]

We unfortunately don't have or retail that brewer. However, it is on the list, it just may be awhile. If you'd like some tips in the meantime feel free to reach out to [e-mail]

[@juanpoy101]

do you own Niche? do you have recommendation for the grind setting to use for this dripper? medium fine is somewhere between fine and medium? I should not grind like a french press grind? Why does others use coarse grind?

[@joelfrank754]

Can a Corvo and Stagg EKG use the same base? Like if I have a Stagg can I get a corvo kettle without the electric base and use the one from my stagg?

[@rmdhnz1228]

Its posible if i use 15gram coffee?

[@razorhaven66]

Which brand of the #4 size filters do you recommend most for use with the Clever?

[@OnyxCoffeeLab]

I have a least favorite, which would be the ones with holes in them for "extra flavor". Other than that I don't notice a huge difference between most bleached filters. Cafec has some wonderful trapezoid filters, which we hope to carry once we work through our current enormous inventory of filters.

[@razorhaven66]

@@OnyxCoffeeLab Thank you for your reply. I will keep an eye out for Cafec filters when you start carrying them in the future to try them out. Until then, I will just keep using #4 Melitta or other similar filters then. I really appreciate your videos as find them not only enjoyable to watch, but very informative and beneficial.

[@smallpp688]

i use mostly light roasted coffee, what would be the ideal brewing temperature for most of your video tutorials aeropress,chemex,v60 and kalita. ive done about 208 but i'm not sure if thats hot or too hot. any suggestion would be greatly appreciated. love onyx

[@ScarsOfAFracturedSou]

Lighter roaster coffees benefit from a higher temperature, as high as 212°F (100°C) because lighter roaster coffee is denser than darker roasts, due to the roasting process. Experiment with higher temperatures and see what extracts the best results for your palate.

[@SantiagogranadosR]

Thank you!

[@ringtangting]

Good vid. Anyone has a # recommendation for a Wilfa Uniform?

[@tomhester3770]

I have recently started using the Clever Dripper and enjoy the tasted I'm getting, but I have difficulty getting to the target brew time of 2:30-3:0. Any suggestions?

[@onixtheone]

Pour water in first then add the coffee grounds.

[@jijinlim]

Does the drawdown time matter? If the brew time ends up being 2min 10sec instead of 2min 30sec, is there a point in grinding finer?

[@OnyxCoffeeLab]

The drawdown is a target. I would try to get within 15s of target time by adjusting grind size, and taste to adjust. If your 2m10s brew tastes great, then I wouldn't change a thing!

[@bloodex91]

@@OnyxCoffeeLab when you say 24 clicks on the commandante c40 is it with the red clix add on?

[@OnyxCoffeeLab]

@@bloodex91 Nope, standard clix. So, 48redclix

[@trmbtrmb]

Great video.

[@OnyxCoffeeLab]

Thanks!

[@iggymasu]

Hi, where can I get that stirrer?

[@georgemero569]

That one comes with an Aeropress

[@michaelcibula9552]

I've seen many of your Clever videos. I find this method (grinds after water) doesn't produce as good of a cup. I'm curious why you shortened the steep time for this recipe by so much. It's 1:30 vs 3 minutes in your other video. I don't have a refractometer, but personally it seems like the coffee is weaker than your other recipes.

[@ScarsOfAFracturedSou]

If it seems weaker, it could come down to grind size, water temp or you may want to adjust your coffee dose. The actual brew time is close to 3 minutes, it's just the time that liquid passes thru the filter that is 1:30.

[@jdgordon194]

The water first recipe produces a weaker cup for me as well even with finer grinds, more coffee, higher temps and longer steep time. I use the traditional coffee first method and get a fuller bodied, stronger, balanced cup. Drawdown is somewhat longer but the resulting coffee is noticeably better.

[@peglegthered]

The audio is kinda harsh. Maybe need those "Sss" put thru a low pass filter.

[@robertsegovia4663]

You are not prepared Sir! Far to many ohm's, very annoying.