Chemex Classic 6 tazas + filtros Review: Pros, Cons and Who It’s For

The essentials

Price range: $$
Level: Enthusiast
Methods: Pour-over with Chemex paper filters
Espresso: No: it makes clean, light-bodied filter coffee
Settings: None: you control the grind, the water and the timing. Holds up to 30 oz (six 5-oz cups)
Cleaning: By hand, or in the dishwasher once the wood collar is off; the narrow neck calls for a bottle brush

Data from the manufacturer and user reviews; the exact, up-to-date price is on Amazon.

Pros

A very clean, sediment-free cup thanks to its thick filter
The iconic design looks good in any kitchen
The set comes with filters, so it's ready on day one

Cons

Needs Chemex filters, which cost more and are harder to find than regular ones
Fragile glass, and the neck is awkward to clean
It needs a good grinder and a little practice

What owners and experts say

What owners and reviewers like most: a very clean, sediment-free cup thanks to its thick filter; the iconic design looks good in any kitchen; the set comes with filters, so it's ready on day one. The most common complaint: needs Chemex filters, which cost more and are harder to find than regular ones.

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