Life

After receiving one of these Chemex Coffee Makers for Christmas and using it for a while, it not only makes better tasting coffee, but I enjoy pouring the water over the grounds and experiencing different smells that emanate from them as the brewing extracts the coffee oils. With this brewing method it is possible to tell from the scent when the beans are extracted and starting to go bitter, giving the brewer more control over the flavor. I definitely recommend trying one of these to anyone who wants better coffee, but more time and effort is needed to do it, so it isn't for everyone.

Excellent Chemex brewing instructions are available. The coffee does cool rather quickly in the carafe, so after pouring myself a cup I usually put the rest of the coffee in an insulated travel mug.