Gravity drip
South Indian filter brewing guide
A slow, concentrated brew. Make it yours with milk or water.
- Difficulty
- Steady hands, 2 of 5
- Brew time
- 8–12 min
- Recipes
- 3
The science
Finely ground coffee rests in the upper chamber. Hot water moves through it by gravity and collects as a strong decoction below. Level the grounds gently with the insert; do not tamp hard. The decoction can become a milk coffee, a longer black cup or an iced drink. Start with the recipe for your filter size and adjust the grind if the drawdown is too fast or too slow.
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Recipes for the South Indian filter
3 recipes
Milk coffee
Total timeRich and chocolatey
Black coffee
Total timeRich and chocolatey
Iced milk coffee
Total timeRich and chocolatey
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Common questions
What grind size should I use for a South Indian filter?
Aim for a fine grind, around 20 on Pourrr’s 0 to 100 scale. If the brew runs fast and tastes thin, go finer; if it stalls or turns bitter, go coarser.
What coffee-to-water ratio works best for a South Indian filter?
Around 1:5.6. Add water for a lighter cup or hold back for more strength.
How hot should the water be for a South Indian filter?
Around 95 °C. Hotter water extracts faster, so ease it down if the cup turns harsh and up if it tastes flat.