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James Hoffmann Hybrid Method

James Hoffmann Hybrid Method

Hario Switch Hario Switch recipe by @rbrigleb

A balanced hybrid approach that starts with immersion and finishes with percolation. This method produces a clean, sweet, and well-extracted cup that showcases the coffee's complexity.

Source: www.youtube.com/watch?v=RP4mGKQHTAQ

Ingredients
Water 20g
Brew Amount 330ml
Dose Medium (like kosher salt)
Temperature 95°C
Yield 1:16.5
Filter V60 paper filter
Brewing Steps
0:00
Rinse filter thoroughly and preheat the Switch with valve closed
0:10
0:10
Add coffee grounds and create a small well in the center
0:20
0:30
Start timer and pour 60ml water for bloom, ensuring all grounds are wet
0:45
1:15
Gently swirl to ensure even saturation
1:00
2:15
Pour remaining water to 330ml in a steady spiral, finishing by 1:30
2:00
4:15
At 2:00, gently stir 2-3 times with a spoon
2:30
6:45
At 2:30, open the valve and let it drain completely
3:30
10:15
Should finish draining by 3:30. Swirl, serve, and enjoy

Total brewing time: 10:15

10:15

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Created 3 months ago

Brewing Details
Method
Hario Switch
Total Time
10:15

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