№ 987 Chemex 8 Cup 5:30 1:15.1 Chemex
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Batch brew method for the 8-cup Chemex. Very coarse grind prevents slow drawdown with larger volumes.

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Parameters

Coffee
53 g
Water
800 g
Ratio
1:15.1
Temp
96 °C
Grind
8 extra coarse
Total
5:30
Servings
4
Grind · 8/10 · coarse
FINE COARSE

Method

5:30 total
  1. 0:00
    Bloom

    Pour 150g of water in circular motion to bloom.

    +150g 15s circular
  2. 0:30
    Pour

    Pour 130g of water in circles.

    +280g 15s circular
  3. 0:45
    Pour

    Pour 130g more.

    +410g 15s circular
  4. 1:00
    Pour

    Pour 130g more.

    +540g 15s circular
  5. 1:15
    Pour

    Pour 130g more.

    +670g 15s circular
  6. 1:30
    Pour

    Final pour: add 130g. Stop pouring.

    +800g 15s circular
  7. 5:30
    Done

    Full drawdown complete. Remove filter. Swirl carafe to mix.

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Notes

The very coarse grind is critical for large batches. Finer grinds cause extremely slow drawdown and over-extraction. Finish all pouring by 1:30. Expect 5-6 minute total brew time.

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