How to Brew with a Hario V60 Pour Over

What is a Hario V60 Pour Over Coffee Maker?

The Hario V60 is a cone-shaped pour over coffee dripper from Japan. Its unique 60-degree angle, spiral ridges, and large drainage hole give you precise control over your brew, producing clean, bright coffee that highlights your beans' natural flavors.

Perfect for: Light to medium roast coffees, single-origin beans, and anyone who enjoys a clean, nuanced cup.

What you'll need

  • Hario V60 dripper (size 02 recommended for 1-4 cups)
  • V60 paper filters (white or natural, matching your dripper size)
  • Gooseneck kettle (for controlled pouring)
  • Digital kitchen scale (accurate to 1g)
  • Timer (smartphone works fine)
  • Coffee grinder (burr grinder preferred)
  • Coffee server or mug (to catch the brewed coffee)
  • Scale: For precise measurement of coffee and water.
  • Stirring device: Optional, for blooming.

Step-by-Step V60 Brewing Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Your Setup

  1. Heat water to 200°F (just off boiling)
  2. Place V60 filter in dripper, fold along seams
  3. Rinse filter with hot water to remove paper taste
  4. Discard rinse water from your server/cup
  5. Grind coffee to medium-fine consistency

Step 2: Add Coffee and Start Timer

  1. Place V60 on scale with server underneath
  2. Add 25g ground coffee to the filter
  3. Create small well in center of coffee grounds
  4. Zero/tare your scale
  5. Start timer when you begin pouring

Step 3: Bloom Phase (0:00-0:45)

  1. Pour 50g hot water (double the coffee weight)
  2. Pour in gentle circles starting from center
  3. Saturate all grounds evenly
  4. Wait 30-45 seconds - coffee will "bloom" and puff up

Step 4: Main Pour (0:45-2:30)

  1. Continue pouring slowly in circular motions
  2. Pour to 200g by 1:15 on timer
  3. Pour to 300g by 1:45 on timer
  4. Pour to 400g by 2:30 on timer
  5. Keep water level steady, avoid pouring on filter edges

Step 5: Final Drip (2:30-3:30)

  1. Let coffee finish dripping completely
  2. Total brew time should be 3:00-3:30
  3. Remove V60 dripper when dripping stops
  4. Swirl coffee gently and serve immediately
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Troubleshooting Your V60 Coffee

  • Use coarser grind
  • Pour faster or use cooler water (195°F)
  • Reduce coffee amount (try 23g instead of 25g)
  • Use finer grind
  • Pour slower or increase water temp (205°F)
  • Add more coffee (try 27g instead of 25g)
  • Use finer grind
  • Pour more slowly
  • Use coarser grind
  • Check if grind is too fine

Best Coffee Beans for V60

Recommended Roasts:

V60 vs Other Brew Methods

Method Body Clarity Difficulty Best For
V60 Light-Medium High Medium Single origins, light roasts
French Press Full Low Easy Dark roasts, bold coffee
Chemex Light Highest Easy Clean, bright flavors
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Tips for Brewing with a Hario V60:

Pouring Technique:

  • Use gooseneck kettle for control
  • Pour in slow circles from center outward
  • Keep steady flow - don't rush
  • Avoid filter edges to prevent channeling

Consistency Tips:

  • Weigh everything - don't eyeball measurements
  • Use fresh beans (roasted within 2-4 weeks)
  • Grind right before brewing for best flavor
  • Practice your pour - consistency improves with repetition

Dialing In Your Recipe:

  1. Start with our basic recipe (25g coffee, 400g water)
  2. Adjust grind size if brew time is off
  3. Adjust coffee amount if strength is wrong
  4. Keep notes on what works for different beans
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Cleaning Your V60

After Each Use:

  • Rinse with hot water immediately
  • Wash with mild soap if needed
  • Dry completely before storing

Weekly:

  • Deep clean with coffee cleaner or baking soda
  • Check for coffee oil buildup
  • Replace filter if damaged

Why Choose V60 for Pour Over Coffee?

The Hario V60 offers the perfect balance of control and simplicity. Unlike automatic drip coffee makers, you control every variable - grind size, water temperature, pour speed, and timing. This precision lets you highlight the unique characteristics of different coffee beans.

The result? Clean, bright coffee that showcases your beans' origin flavors, whether that's the floral notes of an Ethiopian coffee or the chocolate sweetness of a Colombian bean.

Ready to Start Brewing?

Begin with our basic recipe: 25g coffee, 400g water, medium-fine grind, and 200°F water. Focus on steady, circular pours and don't rush the process.

Remember: Great V60 coffee improves with practice. Start simple, taste actively, and adjust one variable at a time until you find your perfect cup.