Notes from the bench
Experiments, materials and measurements from the VIHI lab — 186 published notes and counting.
The Hario V60: A Research-Lab Approach to Optimal Pour-Over Extraction
Introduction: Why the V60 Matters in Coffee Science The Hario V60 has become a canonical platform in both specialty coffee shops a…
The Complete Guide to V60: Everything You Need to Know
The Complete Guide to V60 If you're serious about coffee, you've probably heard of V60 . This essential piece of equipment has rev…
The Complete Guide to Single origin: Everything You Need to Know
The Complete Guide to Single origin If you're serious about coffee, you've probably heard of Single origin . This essential piece…
The Complete Guide to French Press: Everything You Need to Know
The Complete Guide to French Press If you're serious about coffee, you've probably heard of French Press . This essential piece of…
The Complete Guide to Chemex: Everything You Need to Know
The Complete Guide to Chemex If you're serious about coffee, you've probably heard of Chemex . This essential piece of equipment h…
The Complete Guide to Kalita Drippers: Why Flat-Bottom Brewing Changes Everything
The Complete Guide to Kalita Drippers For coffee enthusiasts seeking consistency, the Kalita dripper has become a cornerstone of m…
All the Random Variables in Pour-Over Coffee: Why the Same Recipe Tastes Different
All the Random Variables in Pour-Over Coffee Many brewers experience this: Same recipe, same dripper, same grinder — different cup…