Getting Started (Basics & History)

Master a weekday-quick, repeatable pour-over routine by controlling measurable variables - water hardness, flow rate, and brew time - rather than upgrading gear. Get clear targets and simple adjustments for tap water and mid-tier grinders to keep flavor consistent from cup to cup.

Learn how Melitta Bentz’s 1908 paper filter reshaped home brewing - delivering cleaner cups while driving disposable waste - and how switching to reusable metal filters can boost flavor, cut costs, and reduce trash.

Get consistent pour-over coffee by controlling one variable at a time, starting with a stable water source. Use a 5-minute routine, forgiving gear choices, and quick taste-based adjustments to dial out sour, bitter, or muddy cups.