May 25, 2026
Better pourover
Hey Roy.
So you want to make better coffee, do you?
You’re obviously on the right track. Sounds like you’re doing a lot of the same things I’m doing at home. Hario dripper, that Worka is amazing…
You didn’t say what grinder you’re using, but I’m guessing it’s probably a Baratza Virtuoso. (The Virtuoso+ has some nice new features)
So here’s one improvement I’d recommend. A Comandante grinder.
You’re probably thinking you don’t want to hand grind coffee. Or that it can’t be that much better. But I use mine every day and I love it. The grind consistency is unmatched. And the ritual of grinding coffee by hand each day is part of my routine. That tactile sensation is nice. You might come in and grind some here so you can see what I’m talking about.
Or maybe I’m preaching to the choir - maybe you already have one.
Only other things are the variables. Ratio, water temp, grind size, etc.
We do a 1:12 ratio, water temp around 199, grind size such that when you pour very slowly, it doesn’t pool up much. You’re using a scale, I assume…