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Japanese-style single-cup recipe for the classic Kalita 101 ceramic dripper. The three-hole base creates a slower drawdown than modern wave filters. Lower temperature for a delicate cup.

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Total
2:30
Ratio
1:15
Coffee
12 g
Temp
90 °C

The Japanese recipe by Kurasu for the Kalita 101 uses 12 g of coffee and 180 g of water (1:15 ratio), at 90°C, with a target brew time of 2:30.

Parameters

12 g
Coffee
180 g
Water
1:15
Ratio
90 °C
Temp
5 medium fine
Grind
2:30
Total
1
Servings
Grind · 5/10 · medium
FINE COARSE

Method

2:30 · total
  1. 0:00
    Bloom

    Pour 30g. Let bloom.

    +30g 8s Slow
  2. 0:30
    Pour

    Pour to 90g in gentle circles.

    +90g 15s Circular
  3. 1:10
    Pour

    Pour to 140g.

    +140g 12s Circular
  4. 1:40
    Pour

    Final pour to 180g.

    +180g 10s Circular
  5. 2:30
    Done

    Drawdown complete.

Notes

The original Kalita 101 is a ceramic three-hole dripper that predates the Wave series. It uses standard Kalita 101 fan-shaped filters. The three holes create a controlled, slower flow than single-hole drippers. Japanese brewing style emphasizes lower temperature for delicate aromatics.

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Original source

Recipe by Kurasu, published at kurasu.kyoto.

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