James Hoffmann Ultimate V60

by James Hoffmann

Intermediate

The ultimate V60 technique by James Hoffmann, focusing on even extraction and clarity.

1:16.7
Ratio
3-4 minutes
Brew Time
30g
Coffee
500ml
Water

Brewing Instructions

1

Rinse filter with hot water and preheat V60

2

Add 30g of medium-fine ground coffee

3

Start timer and pour 60ml water for bloom (2x coffee weight)

4

Wait 45 seconds for bloom

5

Pour water in stages: 60% by 1:15, 100% by 1:45

6

Aim for total brew time of 3:30-4:00

7

Give the V60 a gentle swirl at the end

Pro Tips

  • Use filtered water for best results
  • Pour in slow, controlled circles
  • Keep water level consistent
  • Adjust grind size if brew time is off

Recipe Details

Grind Size:Medium-fine
Water Temp:96°C
Difficulty:Intermediate

Equipment Needed

  • Hario V60
  • V60 filters
  • Gooseneck kettle
  • Scale
  • Timer

Tags

claritybalancedexpert-approved