Size: 13.3cm height 18 x 12.5 x depth server / width, 10.2cm height 13.7 x 11.6 x depth dripper / width Weight: server 270g, 110g dripper Body / heat-resistant glass, cover, handle band set-dripper measuring spoon / polypropylene Country of origin: Japan Practical capacity: 700ml (band below)
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I've been using a French Press for a few months now.While it does brew a decent cup, I really hate that I have to scoop out all the grounds afterwards.I have a tiny apartment kitchen and I don't want to get an overpriced machine to brew a cup. I've done a lot of review-reading here in Amazon and I came across the pour over method.I bought theMelitta Cone Coffee Filters, Natural Brown, No. 2, 100-Count Filters (Pack of 6) with it as it's hard to find this here in Australia (I only see #4 in the supermarket aisles here).I know that the filter cup of this one is plastic and although it would function the same, I bought aCilio Porcelain No. 2 Filter Holder because I don't like the thought of hot water passing and maybe picking up chemicals from the plastic filter.The plastic filter bottom of this one (I assume all Hario filters) are wide compared to a smaller , slimmer opening at the bottom of the ceramic filter.I've used this for 2 days now and while it involves more work vs. the automatic drip ones,at least with this one I'm sure the water reached boiling point.I don't mind the manual brewing as this pot is small enough to keep in the cupboard so virtually no taking up any precious counter top space.Although it says 5 cups on the sides, that's based on a small 120 ml cup.I use a regular coffee mug so it does a little less than 2 12-oz cups for husband and myself.
What I love about it: it doesn't require electricity. Whether you're camping, a survivalist, in a rolling black out, or living off the grid, this is a wonderful option that will enable you to get that cup of coffee you're craving without electricity.
What I didn't like about it: it took 3x the normal amount of coffee to get the same strength, as there's no way to get the water to drip in as slowly as my Cuisinart Coffeemaker does. So it runs into the "pot" too soon to take as much flavor with it. But all in all, it's at least an OPTION. which is more than I had before. I'll keep at it to see if I can find a way to slow the infusion process down a little.