Is french press coffee stronger than drip coffee? No The flavors in press coffee tend to be more intense because the stainless steel mesh doesn’t filter out the fine particles (called “fines”) or the natural oils. Drip coffee filters out both oils and fines, which give a cleaner taste that can seem milder. Why is … Read more
Yes, you can use regular filters on a Chemex However, your brew will have a dull and papery taste. Regular paper filters are made from lighter and lower-grade paper, allowing water to filter through quicker than chemex filters. Does Chemex need special filter? 1. Chemex requires a special filter because it makes a specific type … Read more
Because there is no paper filter used with a french press, more of the oils inside the coffee bean make it into the brew The oils are what gives the coffee its taste and are therefore part of what allow you to start to distinguish between one variety from another (beans from Guatemala vs. Is … Read more