Chemex
Chemex 10-Cup Glass Handle Pour Over Coffee Maker - Large Batch Brewing
Description
The All-Glass Alternative to the Classic Chemex
The Chemex Glass Handle Series combines the iconic hourglass silhouette with an elegant, ergonomic glass handle—creating a completely glass design that's both functional and breathtaking. This is the same legendary Chemex design that's been in the Museum of Modern Art's permanent collection since 1944, now with a sleek glass handle instead of the traditional wood collar.
Available in four sizes—3, 6, 8, and 10-cup—the Glass Handle Series lets you choose the perfect capacity for your household while enjoying the same laboratory-grade borosilicate glass construction and pure, sediment-free coffee that Chemex is famous for.
Why Choose Glass Handle Over Classic Wood Collar?
- ✓ All-Glass Design - Seamless, one-piece elegance
- ✓ Easy to Clean - Dishwasher safe (no collar to remove)
- ✓ Modern Aesthetic - Sleek, contemporary look
- ✓ Comfortable Grip - Ergonomic handle design
- ✓ Lower Maintenance - No wood collar or leather to care for
- ✓ Same Great Coffee - Identical brewing performance
Key Features:
- 4 Size Options - 3, 6, 8, or 10-cup capacity
- Laboratory-Grade Glass - Non-porous borosilicate
- Elegant Glass Handle - Comfortable, confident pouring
- Museum-Quality Design - MoMA permanent collection since 1944
- Heat & Shatter Resistant - Durable borosilicate construction
- Dishwasher Safe - Easy cleaning without collar removal
- Made in USA - Hand-inspected in Massachusetts
- No Flavor Transfer - Pure glass, no odor absorption
- Refrigerator Safe - Store brewed coffee without flavor loss
- Timeless Design - Unchanged since 1941
Choose Your Size
Find Your Perfect Capacity
3-Cup Glass Handle (CM-1GH)
Capacity: 15oz / 1 Pint / 450ml
Best For:
- Individual daily brewing (1-2 servings)
- Single-person households
- Small kitchens or dorm rooms
- Testing new coffee beans
- Travel or office use
- Precise portion control
Dimensions:
- Height: 8.25"
- Diameter: 3"
- Weight: Lightweight, compact
Compatible Filters:
- FP-2 or FP-2N (Half-moon unfolded)
- FC-100 (Pre-folded circles for 3-cup)
Coffee Amount: 21-25g (3 tablespoons)
6-Cup Glass Handle (CM-6GH) ⭐ MOST POPULAR
Capacity: 30oz / 900ml
Best For:
- Daily household brewing (3-4 servings)
- Couples or small families
- Morning coffee for two
- Most versatile size
- Standard home brewing
- Entertaining small groups
Dimensions:
- Height: 8.5"
- Diameter: 5"
- Weight: Medium, manageable
Compatible Filters:
- FS-100 or FSU-100 (Pre-folded squares)
- FC-100 (Pre-folded circles 6-cup+)
- FP-1 (Unfolded circles - requires folding)
Coffee Amount: 42-48g (6-7 tablespoons)
8-Cup Glass Handle (CM-8GH)
Capacity: 40oz / 1.2L
Best For:
- Larger households (4-5 servings)
- Entertaining guests
- Brunch gatherings
- Coffee lovers who drink multiple cups
- Batch brewing for the day
- Office coffee stations
Dimensions:
- Height: 9.25"
- Diameter: 5"
- Weight: Substantial but manageable
Compatible Filters:
- FS-100 or FSU-100 (Pre-folded squares)
- FC-100 (Pre-folded circles 6-cup+)
- FP-1 (Unfolded circles - requires folding)
Coffee Amount: 56-64g (8-9 tablespoons)
10-Cup Glass Handle (CM-10GH)
Capacity: 50oz / 1.5L
Best For:
- Large households (6-8 servings)
- Parties and gatherings
- Weekend brunches
- Meal prep coffee batches
- Heavy coffee drinkers
- Making cold brew concentrate
Dimensions:
- Height: 11"
- Diameter: 5"
- Weight: Largest, requires two-hand pour when full
Compatible Filters:
- FS-100 or FSU-100 (Pre-folded squares)
- FC-100 (Pre-folded circles 6-cup+)
- FP-1 (Unfolded circles - requires folding)
Coffee Amount: 70-80g (10-11 tablespoons)
Glass Handle vs. Classic Wood Collar
Two Iconic Designs, Same Perfect Coffee
Glass Handle Series (This Product)
Advantages:
- ✓ All-glass seamless design
- ✓ Dishwasher safe (entire unit)
- ✓ No collar or leather to maintain
- ✓ Modern, sleek aesthetic
- ✓ Ergonomic handle grip
- ✓ Showcases pure glass beauty
- ✓ Easy to clean - no crevices
- ✓ Contemporary appearance
Perfect For:
- Minimalists who prefer sleek design
- Those who want dishwasher convenience
- Modern kitchen aesthetics
- Low-maintenance preference
- Showcase glass beauty
- Contemporary style lovers
Classic Wood Collar Series
Advantages:
- ✓ Iconic traditional design
- ✓ Warm wood collar aesthetic
- ✓ Leather rawhide tie detail
- ✓ Classic Chemex look
- ✓ Slightly insulated handle area
- ✓ Vintage appeal
- ✓ Replacement collars available
Perfect For:
- Traditional aesthetic preference
- Vintage/retro kitchen style
- Classic Chemex look
- Warm wood tones
- Artisanal feel
- The "original" Chemex experience
The Truth: Identical Brewing Performance
Both Glass Handle and Classic series deliver the exact same coffee quality:
- Same hourglass shape for optimal extraction
- Same borosilicate glass
- Same filters
- Same brewing method
- Same pure, clean taste
- Same laboratory-grade construction
The ONLY differences are:
- Handle design (glass vs. wood collar)
- Aesthetics (modern vs. classic)
- Cleaning (dishwasher vs. hand wash collar)
- Maintenance (none vs. collar care)
Choose based on your style preference and maintenance preference—not brewing performance.
Why Chemex?
The Pour Over That Changed Coffee Forever
Museum-Quality Design (Since 1944)
The Chemex has been in the Museum of Modern Art's permanent collection since 1944—one of only a few brewing devices to achieve this distinction. It's not just a coffee maker; it's functional art.
Invented by a Chemist (1941)
Dr. Peter Schlumbohm, a chemist, invented the Chemex in 1941. He combined laboratory flask design with coffee brewing science to create the perfect extraction vessel. The result? A brewing method that's been virtually unchanged for over 80 years.
Laboratory-Grade Glass
Chemex uses the same non-porous borosilicate glass found in chemistry labs. This means:
- Zero flavor transfer between brews
- No chemical or odor absorption
- Heat and shatter resistant
- Beautifully clear
- Dishwasher safe
- Lasts decades with care
The Secret: Bonded Filters
Chemex proprietary bonded filters are 20-30% thicker than standard filters. They remove:
- Coffee oils (cafestol and kahweol)
- Fine sediment particles
- Bitter compounds
- Undesirable fats
The result? Crystal-clear, full-bodied coffee with zero bitterness or sediment—even when brewed strong.
| Feature | 3-Cup | 6-Cup | 8-Cup | 10-Cup |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity (oz) | 15oz | 30oz | 40oz | 50oz |
| Capacity (ml) | 450ml | 900ml | 1200ml | 1500ml |
| Height | 8.25" | 8.5" | 9.25" | 11" |
| Diameter | 3" | 5" | 5" | 5" |
| Servings | 1-2 | 3-4 | 4-5 | 6-8 |
| Model Number | CM-1GH | CM-6GH | CM-8GH | CM-10GH |
| Coffee Amount | 21-25g | 42-48g | 56-64g | 70-80g |
| Compatible Filters | FP-2, FC-100 | FS-100, FSU-100, FC-100 | FS-100, FSU-100, FC-100 | FS-100, FSU-100, FC-100 |
| Dishwasher Safe | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Made In | USA | USA | USA | USA |
Materials (All Sizes):
- Glass: Laboratory-grade borosilicate
- Handle: Borosilicate glass (seamless with body)
- Construction: One-piece formed glass
- Finish: Clear, beautifully transparent
Measurements:
- Chemex uses 5oz as "1 cup" (traditional coffee measurement)
- Actual servings vary based on cup size preference
- "Bellybutton" marking indicates half-full point
How to Brew with Chemex Glass Handle
Step-by-Step Brewing Instructions (All Sizes)
Step 1: Choose Your Filter
- 3-cup: FP-2 (half-moon, requires folding) or FC-100 (pre-folded)
- 6, 8, 10-cup: FS-100 (squares), FSU-100 (natural squares), or FC-100 (circles)
Step 2: Fold & Position Filter
- Open filter into cone shape
- 3 layers on one side, 1 layer on other
- Place 3-layer side against spout/groove
- This prevents vacuum seal during brewing
Step 3: Rinse Filter
- Pour hot water through empty filter
- Removes any paper taste
- Preheats glass brewer
- Discard rinse water through spout
Step 4: Add Coffee
- Grind: Medium-coarse (like sea salt)
- Amount: 1 rounded tablespoon per 5oz "cup"
- See size chart above for specific amounts
- Level the grounds in the filter
Step 5: Bloom the Coffee
- Water temp: 195-205°F (just off boil)
- Pour twice the weight of coffee in water
- Example: 50g coffee = 100g water for bloom
- Wait 30-45 seconds for "blooming"
Step 6: Main Pour
- Pour slowly in circular or back-and-forth motion
- Keep water level below top of brewer (1/4" minimum)
- Pour in stages if needed
- Total brew time: 3.5-4.5 minutes
Step 7: Serve & Enjoy
- Remove filter and discard/compost
- Use glass handle to pour confidently
- Serve immediately or refrigerate
- Coffee stays fresh refrigerated for days
About Chemex
Since 1941, Chemex has represented the pinnacle of pour over coffee brewing. Invented by German chemist Dr. Peter Schlumbohm, the Chemex coffee maker combines scientific precision with timeless design to produce exceptionally clean, flavorful coffee.
Each Chemex Classic Series brewer is handcrafted from non-porous borosilicate glass in Massachusetts, featuring the iconic hourglass shape, polished wood collar, and leather tie that have made it a design icon. The Chemex is part of the permanent collection at the Museum of Modern Art and has been recognized as one of the best-designed products of the modern era.
Used by coffee professionals and home enthusiasts worldwide, Chemex delivers café-quality pour over coffee with elegant simplicity that lasts for generations.
Frequently asked question
Choose 3-cup if: You brew for 1 person, want portion control, have limited space, or primarily make single servings.
Choose 6-cup if: You brew for 2-3 people, want the most versatile size, brew daily for a couple, or want the most popular option. Most customers choose 6-cup.
Choose 8-cup if: You brew for 3-4 people regularly, entertain guests, have a larger household, or drink multiple cups throughout the day.
Choose 10-cup if: You brew for 5+ people, host brunches, batch brew for the week, or have very high coffee consumption.
Absolutely! You can brew any amount up to the maximum capacity. Just adjust your coffee-to-water ratio. The "cup" size marked is maximum capacity, not minimum.
Yes! The glass handle is ergonomically designed for comfortable, confident pouring. It's smooth, well-proportioned, and provides a secure grip. Many users find it more comfortable than the wood collar.
The handle stays cool to the touch. Borosilicate glass has low thermal conductivity, and the handle is positioned away from the hot coffee. However, always use caution and test before gripping firmly.
Yes! This is one of Chemex's unique features. Brew coffee, cover the top (with a Chemex glass cover or plastic wrap), and refrigerate. Reheat gently (stovetop or microwave-safe alternatives) without losing flavor. Not recommended for microwave.
Absolutely! Chemex works beautifully for brewing loose leaf tea. Use the same filters and brewing method. The thick filters remove all tea particles for a pristine cup.
With proper care, decades. The borosilicate glass is extremely durable and heat-resistant. Many users have Chemex brewers that are 20, 30, even 40+ years old. Handle with care (it's still glass!) and it will last a lifetime.