V60 Ceramic Dripper 01 Ice Crackle: Brew and Care Tips
By Hario USA | Published: 2026-11-02
Category: Tips & Care
Learn how to brew with the V60 Ceramic Dripper 01 Ice Crackle and keep its glacier glaze looking sharp. Step-by-step dosing, preheating, pouring, and cleaning advice.
Quick answer
Use a medium-fine grind, about 15 g of coffee to 250 g of water, and preheat the ceramic cone thoroughly before you brew. After each session, rinse with warm water and a soft sponge—never abrasive cleaners—to protect the ice-crackle glaze.
Why the 01 size changes your dose and pour
The V60 01 is the smaller cone, so it rewards a tighter dose and a controlled pour. A 15 g dose keeps the bed shallow enough for even extraction without overflowing, while larger batches risk uneven saturation and a messy overflow.
The conical shape and spiral ribs are designed for fast flow, which means your pour speed matters more than with a flat-bottom dripper. Keep the kettle low and the stream steady; a high, aggressive pour can push water through too quickly and leave the cup thin.
Preheating matters more with ceramic
Ceramic holds heat well but takes longer to warm up than glass or plastic. If you skip preheating, the first part of your pour loses temperature, and you may taste a flatter, less sweet cup. Rinse the cone with hot water for 10–15 seconds and let it sit while you grind.
The Ice Crackle finish is a glazed surface, so preheating with hot water is safe. Avoid sudden temperature shocks—don’t pour boiling water into a cold cone straight from a chilly shelf—as thermal stress can weaken any ceramic over time.
Cleaning the ice-crackle glaze without dulling it
The cracked look is created by the glaze and ceramic cooling at different rates during firing, which gives a glacier-like surface. That finish is durable but can be dulled by abrasive scrubbing or harsh chemicals. Stick to warm water, a drop of mild dish soap if needed, and a soft sponge.
For coffee oils, a paste of baking soda and water works well on glazed ceramic. Rinse thoroughly and air-dry upside down. Avoid the dishwasher unless the manufacturer explicitly allows it—the high heat and detergent can degrade the glaze over time.
Step-by-step brewing and care routine
- Preheat the cone and rinse the filter: Place a V60 01 paper filter in the dripper, rinse it with hot water, and fill the cone with hot water to warm the ceramic. Dump the water after 10–15 seconds. Common mistake: skipping the rinse, which leaves a papery taste and a cold cone. A thoroughly preheated cone gives a more stable brew temperature from the first pour.
- Weigh and grind for the 01 size: Measure 15 g of coffee and grind to a medium-fine texture, like table salt. Add the grounds to the rinsed filter and shake gently to level the bed. Common mistake: using too fine a grind, which can stall the flow in the smaller 01 cone. If the brew takes longer than 3 minutes, coarsen the grind slightly next time.
- Bloom with a gentle pour: Start a timer and pour 30–40 g of water at about 95°C (203°F) just off the boil, covering all the grounds. Wait 30–45 seconds. Common mistake: pouring too fast and disturbing the bed, which leads to uneven extraction. A calm bloom sets up an even bed for the main pour.
- Pour in stages to 250 g: After the bloom, pour in slow spirals from the center outward, keeping the water level below the rim. Aim to finish the total 250 g by 1:45–2:00. Common mistake: letting the bed go dry between pours, which can cause channeling. Keep the water level consistent and the stream low to control agitation.
- Let it draw down and serve: Allow the water to drain completely; the total brew should finish around 2:30–3:00. Remove the dripper and swirl the carafe before serving. Common mistake: judging doneness by time alone—taste is the final check. If the cup tastes weak, try a slightly finer grind or a slower final pour.
- Clean and dry the dripper: Discard the filter and grounds, rinse the cone with warm water, and wipe with a soft sponge. For oils, use a baking soda paste, then rinse well. Air-dry upside down. Common mistake: using abrasive pads or dishwasher detergent, which can dull the ice-crackle glaze. Gentle cleaning preserves the glacier finish and keeps the ceramic ready for the next brew.
Product facts
- V60 Ceramic Coffee Dripper 01 Ice Crackle: The V60 Ceramic Dripper 01 Ice Crackle has a glazed finish that forms a shattered, glacier-like pattern when the glaze and ceramic cool at different rates during firing. This finish is decorative but still glazed, so gentle cleaning keeps the pattern crisp and the surface smooth.
V60 Ceramic Coffee Dripper 01 Ice Crackle
