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Full Immersion Method

Full Immersion Method

Hario Switch recipe by @rbrigleb

A simple immersion-only method similar to French Press but with paper filtration. Produces a full-bodied, rich cup with clean flavors and no sediment.

Ingredients
Water 15g
Brew Amount 250ml
Dose Medium-coarse (coarser than V60)
Temperature 94°C
Yield 1:16.7
Filter V60 paper filter
Brewing Steps
  1. Total
    Step Instructions
  2. 0:00
    Rinse filter and preheat Switch with valve closed
  3. 0:10
    0:10 Add coffee grounds and level the bed
  4. 0:30
    0:20 Start timer and pour all 250ml water in 30 seconds
  5. 1:20
    0:50 Give a gentle stir to ensure all grounds are saturated
  6. 2:20
    1:00 Place lid or cover to retain heat
  7. 6:20
    4:00 At 4:00, remove lid and break the crust with a gentle stir
  8. 10:30
    4:10 Open valve and let coffee drain completely
  9. 15:30
    5:00 Should finish by 5:00. Enjoy your clean, full-bodied cup

Total brewing time: 15:30

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  1. Raymond Brigleb created a remix: Full Immersion Method

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Created 10 months ago

Brewing Details
Method
Hario Switch
Total Time
15:30
Updated
Oct 11, 2025

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