CLEVER DRIPPER RECIPE

What You'll Need:
- Clever Dripper
- Paper filter (size 4)
- Freshly roasted coffee beans (medium-coarse grind)
- Hot water (just off boiling, around 200°F or 93°C)
- Digital scale
- Timer

Instructions:

1. Preparation:
- Place a size 4 paper filter into the Clever Dripper and rinse it with hot water to remove any paper taste. Discard the rinse water.
- Place the Clever Dripper on top of a sturdy mug or carafe.

2. Measure Coffee and Water:
- Weigh out 25 grams (about 4-5 tablespoons) of medium-coarse ground coffee for a standard 12-ounce cup. Adjust the amount based on your desired strength and the size of your Clever Dripper.

3. Add Coffee:
- Add the ground coffee into the Clever Dripper.

4. Bloom:
- Start your timer and pour about 50 grams of hot water (just off boiling) evenly over the coffee grounds, ensuring all grounds are fully saturated. Stir gently with a spoon or stirrer to ensure even saturation.
- Let it bloom for about 30 seconds. This allows the coffee to release carbon dioxide and prepares the grounds for optimal extraction.

5. Complete the Pour:
- After the bloom, pour the remaining hot water gradually until you reach a total of 350 grams of water for a 25-gram coffee dose.
- Pour in a circular motion to ensure even extraction, and avoid pouring directly onto the filter to prevent channeling.

6. Steep:
- Stir the coffee and water mixture gently to ensure all grounds are fully immersed in water.

7. Cover and Brew:
- Place the lid on the Clever Dripper to cover it. This helps maintain brewing temperature and allows the coffee to steep.
- Let the coffee steep for about 3-4 minutes, depending on your taste preferences and desired strength.

8. Release and Serve:
- Once the steeping time is complete, place the Clever Dripper on top of your mug or carafe.
- The brewed coffee will automatically flow through the valve at the bottom of the Clever Dripper into your serving vessel.

9. Enjoy:
- Stir the brewed coffee gently to mix any oils that have risen to the surface.
- Pour the freshly brewed coffee into your favorite mug and enjoy the smooth, rich, and flavorful cup of coffee produced by the Clever Dripper method.

Tips for Perfect Clever Dripper Coffee:

- Grind Size: Use a medium-coarse grind to balance extraction and avoid over-extraction.
- Water Temperature: Use water just off boiling (around 200°F or 93°C) for best results.
- Brew Time: Adjust the brewing time to your taste preferences. Shorter brew times (3 minutes) produce a lighter-bodied coffee, while longer brew times (up to 4 minutes) result in a fuller-bodied cup.
- Cleaning: Clean the Clever Dripper thoroughly after each use to maintain its performance and longevity.

With this recipe, you can easily brew delicious and consistent coffee using the Clever Dripper. Adjust the coffee-to-water ratio, grind size, and brewing time to suit your preferences and enjoy the versatility of this immersion-style brewing method!