V60 Drip Station: Setup and Usage Tips

Quick answer

The Hario V60 Drip Station provides a dedicated, stable platform for your pour over brewer and server, making your daily brew cleaner and more consistent. Follow these steps to set it up and avoid common mistakes.

Step-by-step setup and usage

1. 1. Place the station on a level surface: Set the V60 Drip Station on a flat, stable countertop near your kettle and scale. Make sure there is enough clearance above for your kettle spout. An uneven surface can cause drips to miss the server.
2. 2. Insert your glass server: Slide your Hario standard 01 or 02 glass server into the station's base. It should fit snugly without wobbling. Do not force a larger or insulated server into the station; it will not fit and could crack the acrylic.
3. 3. Place your V60 dripper on top: Set any V60 dripper (ceramic, glass, or plastic) onto the station's top ring. Ensure it sits level and centered over the server. If the dripper tilts, your brew will be uneven—adjust the dripper before adding coffee.
4. 4. Add your filter and coffee grounds: Fold and insert a V60 paper filter, rinse it with hot water, then add your ground coffee. The station's open design lets you watch the water level. Always rinse the filter to remove paper taste and preheat the dripper.
5. 5. Begin your pour over: Pour hot water in slow, concentric circles, starting from the center and moving outward. The station holds everything steady so you can focus on your pour. Pour too fast and water may overflow the dripper—go slow and steady.
6. 6. Remove the dripper and serve: After the brew finishes, lift the dripper off the station. The server stays in place, ready to pour your coffee. Let the dripper drip completely before removing to avoid drips on your counter.

Product facts

• V60 Drip Station: This award-winning, clear acrylic stand is compatible with Hario standard 01 and 02 size glass servers. It provides a stable, stylish base that works with your existing V60 dripper and scale, but you must verify your server size because it does not fit insulated or 03-size servers.