How to Use the Simply Hario Glass Coffee Maker
By Hario USA | Published: 2026-10-20
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to brew a full-bodied pour over with the Simply Hario Glass Coffee Maker. Follow these steps for a rich, clean cup every time.
Quick answer
Use the Simply Hario Glass Coffee Maker like a standard pour-over dripper, but skip the paper filter: its stainless steel micro-perforated filter lets fine coffee particles through for a full-bodied brew.
Why use a metal filter?
The Simply Hario Glass Coffee Maker uses a reusable stainless steel filter instead of disposable paper ones. This means you never need to buy paper filters again, and the micro-perforations allow natural oils and fine coffee grounds to pass through, giving your cup more body and texture compared to a paper-filtered pour over.
How to brew with the Simply Hario Glass Coffee Maker
- 1. Rinse the metal filter: Place the stainless steel filter in the glass dripper and rinse it with hot water to preheat the brewer and remove any dust. Discard the rinse water. Skipping this step can leave a metallic taste in your first brew.
- 2. Add coffee grounds: Add medium-fine ground coffee to the filter. A good starting ratio is 15 grams of coffee to 250 grams of water (about 1:17). Grind slightly coarser than for paper filters to avoid clogging the micro-perforations.
- 3. Bloom the coffee: Pour just enough hot water (about 200°F / 93°C) to saturate the grounds evenly. Let it sit for 30 seconds to release gases. A fresh bloom shows bubbles—if you see none, your coffee may be stale.
- 4. Pour in stages: Slowly pour the remaining water in a steady spiral, starting from the center and moving outward. Pause between pours to let the water drain through. Pouring too fast can cause the water to overflow the filter or extract unevenly.
- 5. Wait for the drawdown: Let all the water pass through the filter. Total brew time should be about 3 to 4 minutes. If it finishes in under 2 minutes, grind finer next time. Over 4 minutes means grind too fine.
- 6. Serve and clean: Lift the dripper off your cup or carafe and enjoy. Rinse the metal filter under running water immediately after use—coffee oils can clog it if left to dry. Occasional deep cleaning with a gentle brush or vinegar soak keeps the filter flowing freely.
Product details
- "Simply Hario" Glass Coffee Maker: The stainless steel filter is micro perforated and allows fine coffee particles to pass through, making a coffee with a rich texture. You get a fuller mouthfeel and more complexity in the cup without needing paper filters.
"Simply Hario" Glass Coffee Maker - "Simply Hario" Glass Coffee Maker: The white silicone band adds grip and protects your hand from the heat of your coffee. The band makes handling the hot dripper safer and more comfortable, especially during pouring.
