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Chemex Brewing Guide

Elegant, clean, and bright — the purest expression of your coffee.

The Chemex is known for its clarity and refinement. Its thick paper filters remove more oils than other pour‑over methods, giving you a cup that’s crisp, sweet, and beautifully transparent. It’s ideal for showcasing the delicate, nuanced flavours in Golden Sheep single origins.

This guide uses a simple, reliable recipe that highlights sweetness and balance.

Step-by-step instructions

What you'll need

  • Chemex (6‑cup or 8‑cup)
  • Chemex bonded paper filter
  • Freshly roasted Golden Sheep Coffee beans (or purchase pre-ground)
  • Burr grinder (if using beans)
  • Kettle (gooseneck preferred)
  • Scales
  • Timer
  • Clean, filtered water

Recommended Recipe

  • Coffee: 30g
  • Water: 500g at ~94°C
  • Grind: Medium‑coarse (slightly coarser than V60)
  • Total brew time: ~3:30–4:30

This ratio gives a clean, sweet, and well‑structured cup.

Step 1 - Prepare the filter

  • Fold the Chemex filter so the triple‑layered side sits against the spout.
  • Rinse thoroughly with hot water to remove papery flavours and preheat the brewer.
  • Discard the rinse water.

Step 2 - Add your coffee

  • Place the Chemex on your scales and add the ground coffee.
  • Gently shake to level the bed.

Step 3 - Bloom

  • Start your timer.
  • Pour 60g of water evenly over the grounds.
  • Let it bloom for 45 seconds.

This releases gases and sets up an even extraction.

Step 4 - Main pour

  • Pour slowly and steadily in small circles, keeping the water level consistent.
  • Aim to reach 300g by around 1:45 minutes, then continue until you reach 500g total.

Step 5 - Let it drain

  • Allow the water to draw down naturally.
  • The total brew time should land between 3.5 and 4.5 minutes

Step 6 - Serve and enjoy

Remove the filter and give the Chemex a gentle swirl to combine layers before pouring

Step 7 - Taste and adjust

  • Too sharp or light: grind finer or increase total brew time
  • Too bitter or heavy: grind coarser or pour more gently
  • Too weak: increase dose slightly
  • Too strong: reduce dose or increase water

The Chemex responds beautifully to small, thoughtful adjustments.

Our recommendation

The Chemex is perfect for highlighting clarity, sweetness, and delicate aromatics.
Our brighter single origins shine here, revealing layers of fruit, florals, and
gentle sweetness. For a more rounded, chocolate‑led cup, our Golden Sheep House Blend also performs gracefully.