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Equipment

Timer

Tracking extraction time for consistency

Brew time is a critical extraction variable. While phones work, dedicated brew timers (or scale-integrated timers) keep both hands free for pouring. Pour-over, French press, and AeroPress all benefit from precise timing.

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Brewing Methods Using Timer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Timer?
Brew time is a critical extraction variable. While phones work, dedicated brew timers (or scale-integrated timers) keep both hands free for pouring. Pour-over, French press, and AeroPress all benefit from precise timing.
Is a Timer worth buying?
Brew time is a critical extraction variable. While phones work, dedicated brew timers (or scale-integrated timers) keep both hands free for pouring. Pour-over, French press, and AeroPress all benefit from precise timing. Whether it's worth the investment depends on your brewing preferences.