Pour Over vs Drip: Which Makes Better Coffee?
Both pour over and automatic drip machines use the same basic principle — hot water passes through a bed of ground coffee and a filter. But the results can be dramatically different. Here’s why.
Pour Over: Full Control
With a pour over (like a Hario V60 or Kalita Wave), you control every variable:
- Water temperature — you decide exactly how hot
- Pour rate — slow spirals, pulses, or continuous
- Brew time — typically 2:30–3:30 for a single cup
- Agitation — how much you disturb the coffee bed
This control lets you dial in a recipe for each specific bean, bringing out bright acidity or smooth sweetness as you prefer.
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