V60
/viː ˈsɪksti/
CommonA cone-shaped pour-over dripper made by Hario, known for producing a clean and bright cup of coffee.
Mentioning a V60 specifically usually signals some level of coffee knowledge. It is shorthand for caring about extraction, grind size, and technique.
Real-world examples4 examples
| # | Example | What it means | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | finally got the v60 dialed in. cleaner cup than anything i've had at a cafe | The person got their technique right and is happy with the result. | reddit, 2024 |
| 02 | v60 or chemex? asking for a friend who just got into coffee and has $40 | Asking for a gear recommendation at the entry level. | reddit, 2023 |
| 03 | made my v60 this morning while listening to the rain. that's it. that's the tweet. | The ritual itself is peaceful and worth sharing. | x, 2023 |
| 04 | the v60 looks simple but there's a real learning curve. first 10 brews were rough | The brewer requires technique and practice before producing good results. | youtube, 2024 |
Use it when
- Talking about or recommending a specific pour-over brewer.
- Discussing brewing methods in a coffee context.
- Someone is showing or describing their coffee gear.
Do not use it when
- You mean pour-over coffee generally, not this specific brewer.Use “pour-over” instead.
V60 vs Chemex
V60
V60 is a small cone dripper, faster brew, more control over extraction.
VS
chemex
Chemex is a larger glass brewer with a thick filter, slightly slower, produces a cleaner and heavier body.
Origin and context
Made by Hario, a Japanese company founded in 1921. The V60 dripper was released in 2005 and became a global specialty coffee staple over the following decade.
- First seen
- 2005
- Confidence
- high
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