Notes from the bench
Experiments, materials and measurements from the VIHI lab — 186 published notes and counting.

Choosing Your Origami Dripper: Ceramic vs Plastic vs S - Material and Size Guide
Introduction The Origami dripper, renowned for its distinctive ribbed conical geometry inspired by traditional Japanese paper folding, has become a benchmark in specialty coffee brewing for its ability to produce excepti…

3 Common Origami Dripper Mistakes (And How to Fix Them Immediately)
Introduction The Origami dripper, with its distinctive 20-rib, conical geometry derived from the principles of Japanese paper fold…

Origami Dripper vs V60: Which Cone Brewer Wins for Clarity and Body?
Introduction The pursuit of clarity and body in filter coffee has driven significant innovation in brewer geometry, with cone-shap…

The Complete Guide to Origami Dripper Brewing: From Japanese Design to Perfect Extraction
<!DOCTYPE html> The Complete Guide to Origami Dripper Brewing: Phase 1 Introduction The pursuit of the perfect cup of coffee has d…

Origami Dripper Equipment Pairing: The Perfect Kettle, Scale, and Grinder Setup
Introduction The pursuit of precision in pour-over coffee brewing has elevated single-serving equipment from mere kitchen tools to…

The Origami Dripper Agitation Playbook: Stirring, Swirling, and Pulse Pouring for Clarity
Introduction The pursuit of clarity in brewed coffee represents a central objective within the third-wave coffee movement, where t…

Origami Dripper vs V60: Which Wins for High-Acidity Light Roasts?
Introduction The pursuit of clarity, brightness, and pronounced acidity in light-roasted specialty coffee has driven significant i…