I tried your recipe this morning and was blown away by how great the coffee was. Of all the Switch methods I’ve tried, this one has been the absolute best for me.
Finally the review is here! I've asked about this and have been waiting patiently. It is my dripper of choice, after using most drippers in the market. I literally never take out any others since I've started using this, and never missed a single one. It does all without a significant compromise in either way. Thank you so much for the review my man and a new recipe I can't wait to play with.
Happy to finally drop this one! It’s become one of my go-to drippers, the other is the April. Glad I can give you a recipe to play around with. Would love to hear your thoughts on it after you give it a go!
Absolutely agree, my other drippers just mostly sit on the shelves after I started using Switch. The brewing versatility and result consistency is just too hard to beat.
1:24 Think you meant to say it the other way around Sprometheus, it lifts the ball to allow the brew to pass through the Hario Switch, and it lowers it to block the hole where the brew would otherwise flow out of into the decanter of choice.
Just hoping to prevent mistakes for peeps who follows the video to a T, without taking a look at the manual. Could follow a recipe with the valve the wrong way. But definitely only a technicality. It definitely doesn't change much.
Fractional immersion brewing! All the benefits of percolation (high extraction, high clarity) with none of the issues (channelling, uneven extraction (under/over). This is something I've been working on for a little while but this brewer is really gonna simplify and enhance the process. I was all excited about zero-bypass drippers (tricolate, next level) but they're even more prone to the same issues. I think this is the one that's really gonna open up some cool possibilities.
@@Sprometheus I’ll keep my eyes peeled! I have the Tricolate and while it opens up some unique possibilities like really long ratios, it’s just not a joy to use. Next Level seems to solve some of those issues like filter placement and cleaning.
I’ll definitely be trying this recipe. I love the Switch, mostly using it in steep-and-release mode (fine grind, short steep) but also as a stock V60. When using it for pour-over, I find it has the advantage that you can pre-heat the bejesus out of it by closing the switch and filling it with boiling water, making it better than any stock glass, metal or ceramic V60.
@@Sprometheus I still preheat by placing it on my fellow stag kettle open with a filter and the kettles lid inside the funnel. Be careful of course because it does get hot.🙂
Dang my dude… every year it feel like we’re adding more steps to the v60… lol I’m still trying to find out the correct grind size for a 20/300g single serving😂
@@Sprometheus lol, We’ll here’s 🍸 to the Sprometheus Method.. may it rein proud with the greats (rao and Hoffmann)! Hey on a different topic, u once made a vid questioning the validity of the taste wheel and that rub some ppl the wrong way but was kinda valid.. what do u think about Dis-bunking the notion the need for an expensive electric grinder when a ($250-350) hand grinder may give u similar results for espresso. The niche is kind of best of both worlds (not too expensive and can compete with the really expensive electric grinders out there).. But can the comandante/kinu give similar results for espresso🤷🏽♂️
@@punitdave7034 thank you my friend I appreciate that. When it comes to electronic vs hand I think the biggest component to that is ease and convenience, that’s really what you’re paying for more or less. I definitely think there are hand grinders out there (more or less the top of the line ones) that can make espresso on par with electric grinders, I don’t think that’s really up for debate; it’s all about priorities. Now I do have a Weber Key coming soon, and I think that one experiment worth looking into is how consistent rpms effect the outcome of the coffee produced. I feel like the jury is still out on that.
As someone who's struggled with the traditional v60 pour over I've found the Switch to be a great investment, it's far less fussy, especially if you don't own a $300+ grinder
I would agree that this is the last dripper you would ever need AND probably the best for most people. The full immersion mode is absurdly easy and absurdly consistent when it comes to getting fantastic results. It definitely tastes better than my clever dripper too. It then gives you all these extra options such as your recipe here should you want to do more with it.
@@rmanalan It just tastes better than the Clever although the difference is small. I think the shape of the switch may give a more even extraction than the shape of the clever. The clever also drains a bit faster although this depends on the filter paper as well.
Absolutely agree with your conclusion, the best device for beginners (me) and it grows with you as you start to experiment to find your perfect coffee experience. Depending on your mood and time it can serve you any way you want. The biggest win is that it is not really sensitive to grind size so even a $20 blade grinder is okay.
OK, I had to try it with the Clever Dripper. Using the recipe with an Ethiopian light roast, its wildly good. Better than anything I've gotten before from the Clever. It was a hassle, taking it on and off the mug, and I got confused a few times. But, until the Switch is in stock, Sprometheus, you have upped my game here.
another hack you can do with this: take the hario mugen and put that in instead of the glass V60 it comes with (they both use the same mechanism to lock onto hario bases), now you have a low bypass plastic dripper that you controll the flow over. This type of brewing works exeptinally well with super low fine grinders, maybe you could use a C40 but I'd suggest a well aligned flat burr grinder with some clarity focused burrs
Chance upon this comment, guess what? I had the same idea and tried it out too. Was so pumped when the mugen fit into the base. Would be trying to get a ceramic mugen as I’m nit a fan of hot water and plastic interactions.
We need a bigger Mugen. The new switch and only one available is the 03. For me at least in "clever" mode the 02 version was just too small and wasteful considering price of filter
Flattered to see my video's thumbnail in yours! Will try your hybrid recipe. Got me thinking about running brewed coffee through a second time, which can totally be done without drips with the switch
Great vid! Will have to try this recipe. I do basically the opposite where I keep it closed during the bloom, and then open it as I start the main pour and keep it open for the rest of the brew like a regular V60. Looking forward to seeing how your recipe compares!
@@Sprometheus Finally got around to trying it and it came great! Very flavorful and a great mouth feel compared to my normal method. A little more effort involved but worth it indeed!
hario switch I have found that I get a much smoother brew and fuller, richer flavor with a finer grind (@16:1), 25g coffee, 400g (filtered) water....in fact this morning I tightened up my grind two clicks (baratza virtuoso) and the difference is amazing! bloom - 80g water, 30sec bloom, drain bloom for 30sec brew - add remaining 320g water molesting - one light stir only (I don't overly fiddle/molest the brew) hit the switch, drain at 2min30sec this process results in a super smooth, full bodied cup of coffee, full of flavor.....the wife is happy in the morning, therefore I too am happy in the morning 😊
Hi Sprometheus I have been using a switch for about 12 months. My go to recipe is to close the valve for the bloom and followed by a traditional multi pour V60 with it open. One big advantageI have found is being able to preheat really effectively by filling it with boiling water in the closed position. Because it is glass and has greater ability to store heat than plastic you can get it hot enough that it actually contributes to the temperature of the bloom. My current approach is to fill it with cold water and microwave it while my kettle is boiling (not the safest it you can pick it up by the silicone). My measurements using a fast kitchen thermometer show you can gain 5 to 7 degrees C over a traditional plastic v60.
@@Sprometheus I know… i was kind of encouraging you to do so next time! I know it doesn’t help with the algorithm but god !! Do I appreciate good time stamps
I think what a lot of people misunderstand about this vs the Clever is the shape of the dripper. Because of the slanted walls, you can’t open the Clever and do a regular percolation brew whereas the Switch you can. Being able to combine immersion with a regular pour over is the game changer.
Why? You can use the Clever just like the Melitta 4 cups, its ribs are shallower than the V60, hence slower drawdown and not so easy to swirl like the V60, but it can definitely be used as a pour over dripper. Plus the Melitta filter papers are usually a fraction of the V60's cost.
@@XiaoqiuQIU Sure you definitely could technically. But ultimately that wasn’t the intention of its design. The Clever is primarily an immersion brewer with a filter. The V60 is like a blank piece of paper for pourovers. It can be as simple or complex as you want. And adding an immersion option to it only expands its brewing capabilities.
With reference to 4:6 method, I find this recipe really brings out the flavour of the bean. Not to mention that you can adjust the acidity, sweetness and strength with this recipe. 1:15, >90c, fine or medium (up to you) 1. Close valve and pour water to bloom. 2. At 30s, release valve and continue second pour at 45s 3. 1:30, third pour 4. 2:15, forth pour 5. 3:00 final pour If you brew using this hybrid method, you will get a balance cup of coffee, good clarity and body.
Interesting! I have a Clever but I may get one of these after your video, Spro. I really like that you can use any V60 papers with this. I dig the Cafec V60 papers and this adds to the appeal of the Switch.
I absolutely love my Hario Switch. I really want to upgrade it to the 03 size but that one has been impossible to find at a reasonable price in my country ever since covid started
Hello, did you manage to get the 03 glass? I am having a hard time to decide whether to get the SSD 200 or the 360 version of the Switch. Where are you located if I may ask?
I was gifted a Yama Silverton a while back and while mostly used it for regular pourover brews the flexibility is amazing, being able to close off to preheat and during the bloom. It also has a not so common combination of a metal filter as well as a ceramic disk to clean up the fines which I've enjyoed not having to purchase extensive paper filters but still get clean brews. Mostly use the 'April coffee' pourover technique of multiple 50g pours every 30s but will definitely have to try out this combination technique!
Excellent video. I didnt find much value in the second percolation you did. The first is important for the bloom, but after that, i believe the rest of the water can fully be added for an immersion. 15g coffee 250g water, medium coarse grind. Still, this video was excellent giving us a relatively simple recipe while driving home the amazing value of this brewer. Nice job!
When in the rabbit hole - get a size 3 funnel as well and a metal filter just to add complexity - lily drip of cause.. still waiting for mine :-).. But really happy with my swift and all the new rabbit holes.
This is a technique that's been used in the beer world for a long time. You do an infusion mash, then batch sparge to rinse the mash and collect the sugars. You'd be surprised how brewing beer can help you brew better coffee. Been thinking about a RIMS system for my French press...
Fun fact: In English, you brew both beer and coffee. In German, it is „brühen“ for coffee but „brauen“ for beer and at least I think of it as two completely different things 😂 „Brühen“ actually means to pour boiling water over something, while „brauen“ is exclusively used for making beer and describes the whole process.
I can’t recommend them enough. Really just a solid option for any occasion. The trick is snagging them when their in stock. Not as hard as a Niche, but still they go quick.
don't forget the other use...as tea steeper! I got one of this the soonest it's available. Been my only single dripper, until recently i add Orea as flat bottom alternative.
Oooh I haven’t Tried it as a tea steeper, but I do like a nice cup from time to time. I’ll have to give it a go. I haven’t tried for Orea yet, but my flat bottom preference lately is the April.
The actual switch would be little practical benefit for me. I use 30g of ground beans and 500ml of water and the Switch is just not big enough. The Clever Dripper is just large enough. In addition, I am a tiny person and when the Clever Dripper is on the counter it is the perfect height to pour the water & ground beans into. It gets uncomfortable when I have to pour & mix it If it is sitting over my 20 oz mug. I like the fact that the Switch is also a v60. Great for a beginners and v60 experimenters. Great Video.
I did this today. Great coffee. Very sweet. Also it had a strong aroma while my coffees never have noticeable aroma and its aroma was sweet too. Also, there was a sheen on top of poured coffee which I do not usually get. I assume all those factors points to a higher extraction than normal. I did a medium fine grin, yet it never stalled - it stayed a stream, never dripping, all the way to the end. I kept my kettle at 209F for all pours. I am going to try the exact same but in a regular V60 tomorrow.
I think you're right and keeping the water at a consistently high temp between pours is key to avoid stalling. I've tried this technique a few times (which I really enjoy, thanks Sprometheus). Without keeping the water temp up I had one cup take 11mins - major stalling and slow drips. Surprisingly wasn't too bad but was just overly long IMO. On the next cup I kept the water temp at 205F between pours and it took 6 mins and was better tasting IMO.
@@bradhughes4494 I also did two brews with a non-switch regular V60. One exactly the same, except no pause with any switch closed between pours since no switch but let each pour fully draw down. I also did one today with a more normal 3-1 bloom and 2 pours with 1st pour to full draw down. The one done same as the Switch method took 5:12 as opposed to my Switch 5:33. Bloom time was shorter and no pause after pauses likely explain the 21 seconds faster brew, so pretty much equal. The two pour, full draw down on first was 4:17. No signs of clogging, all remained stream until end. I kept reheating/topping-off-heat between pours.
Important question, do you keep your kettle on a "Hold" mode using your method? The temperature will drop down immediatly after you wait more then 1 minute with your kettle turned off.
This seems super interesting to try. I have a ceramic Bonavita immersion dripper with the closable valve which should work for this. The Bonavita hole is quite small though so I'm guessing I would have to grind much coarser than you did for Switch.
I love my BonaVita ceramic immersion Dripper with shut off valve. It’s so good. Stays hot, doesn’t stain or crack. Makes great coffee every time. I suspect the Hario Switch is similar.
Oh hey nice :D ordered a Hario Switch yesterday, can't wait to try it out. I have the Clever Dripper and have tried it a few times but i can never get a result i like for some reason. I think it's because of the water sitting under the filter that dillutes the brew overall, it just tastes weird and watery unfortunately. I'm hopping the Hario Switch won't have that issue since it's pretty much a V60 (my favorite brewing method) with a switch, i ordered some Filtropa filters for the Clever see if it changes it drastically but i don't have much expectations. Thanks for the recipe Sprometheus :D
not sure I've touched my regular v60 since I got a switch, and honestly I haven't really touched my espresso machine much as well. its just that good, and I'm not really even doing anything crazy with it. my standard brew has been 30g for 480-500 of water. 94C, short bloom with 1st steep of 2 minutes. draw down. 2nd half of the water in steep mode just to collect whatever grinds are stuck higher up on the filter, and immediate draw down.
I’ve been playing with multi pass brews on the clever, I feel like this is better suited to it having the switch rather than the valve.. also probs less prone to clogging
Thanks Rob, and if you haven’t tried it I highly recommend. It definitely minimizes clogging and seems to brew a little cleaner in my opinion. My go to for immersion brewers.
I almost always use the Aeropress because i love the percolation/immersion of it, but my big problem is when I have guests over. I need something that can brew at least 0,8 l. of coffee and preferably 1 liter. That way I can actually talk to my guests instead of standing in the kitchen all day brewing coffee :) I'm thinking maybe the Hario Switch is the answer? What's its maximum output?
I’m curious to see how much brewing device experimentation continues as the world (hopefully) starts returning to normal. Being home every day caused me to switch from drip machine to alternating between 4 different single cup options (v60, clever, aeropress, and French press with v60 my clear favorite).
There is very little of any contact with plastic, the cone is glass and the blocker is steel, it may touch some of the base on the way out of the cone, but not much at all.
Not sure which country you are in, but Kurasu coffee in Japan and Levercraft coffee in the USA both have it in stock right now according to their websites.
Wow I'm so sold on the Clever that it's my go to gift for coffee folks. I'm gonna try one of these next. I suppose you could do similar experiments w/ clever by lifting it on. off your cup. My fav (though overpriced) Coffee nerd luxury are Ember temp control mugs, I am seeking the smallest powered Burr grinder known to man for travel..quality DC/batt power would be rad...may have to mod one to have a smaller hopper. hopper. Have used hand grinder plus drill when to lazy to crank. EDIT: I WILL BE GIFTING THE HARIO SWITCHES I ACQUIRED NOW MONTHS AGO AND STICKING WITH THE IMO SUPERIOR CLEVER . ( or might keep one in my quiver for occasional use. The switch is more elegant, but had some leaks at the silicon collar. The lever is one more thing to think about. V filters are less common than melitta. Did not brew any superior cups in the hario to my clever brews. Glass breaks, I travel w/ my clever. IMO you can do all with the clever and perhaps more that you can w switch, and it is cheaper......less fragile.....better heat retention, and I like the top. now if hario made a switch that was bpa free plastic and no lever, just set on your cup to flow, that would be interesting.......Or id someone made a quick release flat filter brewer. Clever is not only a jack of all trades, but master IMO of most. aside from aesthetics/ "quality (and that's impt) I found no real advantage of switch. used it quite a bit, its on the shelf with the Moka Java, vacuum brewer french press aeropress and other seldom used coffee toys. Now don't get me wrong I'm not saying caveat emptor. It's nice 4.5 star, but clever is the last dripper you'll ever need 5 star. ya dont need both for sure.
Hi Sprometheus, please help! 😊 I have been doing my research and I am torn between the Switch and the Origami. I understand the pros and cons of each and the differences. Using your Switch method, how does the taste differ from the Origami? I am looking for clarity, balance, notes distinction. I really don’t know which one to get…aesthetics don’t matter, I am looking for the best cup that has the qualities mentioned above.
Thank you my friend. And by V3 I assume you mean the Orea right? Are you looking for something that brews a bigger batch? The Orea Big Boy is a solid choice on that front.
@@Sprometheus You are MOST welcome. I meant the larger of the 2 sizes. If I’m going to brew via your process.. excellent, IMO…I’d like enough for the wife, who inhales coffee like…well, you know!!
I think I'll get it athough the allround tool is still the aeropress, where you can do french press, percolation, espresso like, cold brew, cold drip....
On a budget? Buy a replacement filter basket for a Technivorm KBT. The one with the closed/half open/full open switch. I use it like a Clever and I'm gonna try this recipe in it tomorrow morning. Sure, it drips a bit, and it's not as elegant, but it works. Filters are cheaper too
I would love to see more roasting related content on here. This was a great review and recipe video but the coffee brewer review space is feeling a little saturated these days...and I need help with my roasting. I am using artisan software but I have trouble understanding and relating the data from it with taste to inform changes to my roast profiles.
So clever dripper is essentially the same as french press after filtration, but hario switch offers the option to switching pass/through, that's the only (and huge) difference? Am I right?
@@Sprometheus Yep also i kinda prefer the 03 to do bigger cup but same taste profile ! Try it out its super easy to swap them. You just need to use the glass V60 because the others one wont fit. Personnaly using a 1:15 20g/300ml
I got my switch. I wouldn't say I regret buying it but ultimately I find the aeropress to make better full immersion coffee than the switch. What I have enjoyed is fast steeps with fine grinds, a tighter 1:13 ratio and releasing after about a minute which results in about a 1:45-2:00 brew that has a whole lot of intense tasting notes without too thick of a body. This brew works much better in the switch vs my aero or clever because the v60 drains relatively quickly & consistently.
Love this approach, can’t wait to try with my Clever dripper (will definitely be clunky because it’s not an easy switch like the Hario.) I strongly recommend working on your diction and inflections, you sound robotic - and honestly it’s hard to listen to. Just trying to help.
I tried your recipe this morning and was blown away by how great the coffee was. Of all the Switch methods I’ve tried, this one has been the absolute best for me.
Thanks for giving it a go, and sharing your success! I appreciate that.
Finally the review is here! I've asked about this and have been waiting patiently.
It is my dripper of choice, after using most drippers in the market. I literally never take out any others since I've started using this, and never missed a single one. It does all without a significant compromise in either way.
Thank you so much for the review my man and a new recipe I can't wait to play with.
Happy to finally drop this one! It’s become one of my go-to drippers, the other is the April.
Glad I can give you a recipe to play around with. Would love to hear your thoughts on it after you give it a go!
Absolutely agree, my other drippers just mostly sit on the shelves after I started using Switch. The brewing versatility and result consistency is just too hard to beat.
1:24 Think you meant to say it the other way around Sprometheus, it lifts the ball to allow the brew to pass through the Hario Switch, and it lowers it to block the hole where the brew would otherwise flow out of into the decanter of choice.
You may be right, doesn’t change anything though.
Just hoping to prevent mistakes for peeps who follows the video to a T, without taking a look at the manual. Could follow a recipe with the valve the wrong way. But definitely only a technicality. It definitely doesn't change much.
Thanks because I was curious about that. I have the Hario Largo tea dripper and was wondering why Hario reversed the stopping mechanism.
Fractional immersion brewing! All the benefits of percolation (high extraction, high clarity) with none of the issues (channelling, uneven extraction (under/over). This is something I've been working on for a little while but this brewer is really gonna simplify and enhance the process. I was all excited about zero-bypass drippers (tricolate, next level) but they're even more prone to the same issues. I think this is the one that's really gonna open up some cool possibilities.
Absolutely! I have a Next Level and plan on putting out a video on it in the near future, but this Switch does really get the best of both worlds.
@@Sprometheus I’ll keep my eyes peeled! I have the Tricolate and while it opens up some unique possibilities like really long ratios, it’s just not a joy to use. Next Level seems to solve some of those issues like filter placement and cleaning.
I’ll definitely be trying this recipe. I love the Switch, mostly using it in steep-and-release mode (fine grind, short steep) but also as a stock V60. When using it for pour-over, I find it has the advantage that you can pre-heat the bejesus out of it by closing the switch and filling it with boiling water, making it better than any stock glass, metal or ceramic V60.
Would love to hear your thoughts on the recipe once you give it a try.
Interesting about the preheat, I honestly never even thought about that…haha
I do the preheat by closing the switch too .
@@Sprometheus I still preheat by placing it on my fellow stag kettle open with a filter and the kettles lid inside the funnel. Be careful of course because it does get hot.🙂
Dang my dude… every year it feel like we’re adding more steps to the v60… lol I’m still trying to find out the correct grind size for a 20/300g single serving😂
Haha just trying to keep you busy
@@Sprometheus lol, We’ll here’s 🍸 to the Sprometheus Method.. may it rein proud with the greats (rao and Hoffmann)!
Hey on a different topic, u once made a vid questioning the validity of the taste wheel and that rub some ppl the wrong way but was kinda valid.. what do u think about Dis-bunking the notion the need for an expensive electric grinder when a ($250-350) hand grinder may give u similar results for espresso. The niche is kind of best of both worlds (not too expensive and can compete with the really expensive electric grinders out there).. But can the comandante/kinu give similar results for espresso🤷🏽♂️
@@punitdave7034 thank you my friend I appreciate that.
When it comes to electronic vs hand I think the biggest component to that is ease and convenience, that’s really what you’re paying for more or less.
I definitely think there are hand grinders out there (more or less the top of the line ones) that can make espresso on par with electric grinders, I don’t think that’s really up for debate; it’s all about priorities.
Now I do have a Weber Key coming soon, and I think that one experiment worth looking into is how consistent rpms effect the outcome of the coffee produced. I feel like the jury is still out on that.
As someone who's struggled with the traditional v60 pour over I've found the Switch to be a great investment, it's far less fussy, especially if you don't own a $300+ grinder
Try 14 on the comandante. 1:15 is also my favoured ratio.
I would agree that this is the last dripper you would ever need AND probably the best for most people.
The full immersion mode is absurdly easy and absurdly consistent when it comes to getting fantastic results.
It definitely tastes better than my clever dripper too.
It then gives you all these extra options such as your recipe here should you want to do more with it.
Absolutely. It can be just as difficult and just as easy as you want it to be.
Why do you think it tastes better than the Clever? Seems very similar.
@@rmanalan It just tastes better than the Clever although the difference is small.
I think the shape of the switch may give a more even extraction than the shape of the clever.
The clever also drains a bit faster although this depends on the filter paper as well.
Absolutely agree with your conclusion, the best device for beginners (me) and it grows with you as you start to experiment to find your perfect coffee experience. Depending on your mood and time it can serve you any way you want. The biggest win is that it is not really sensitive to grind size so even a $20 blade grinder is okay.
OK, I had to try it with the Clever Dripper. Using the recipe with an Ethiopian light roast, its wildly good. Better than anything I've gotten before from the Clever. It was a hassle, taking it on and off the mug, and I got confused a few times. But, until the Switch is in stock, Sprometheus, you have upped my game here.
Happy to hear that! I really have enjoyed this recipe and it’s most definitely doable on the Clever, but like you said it’s a hassle haha.
I was thinking that I would try this with the Clever Dripper. Your comment makes me even more excited to give it a try tomorrow morning.
another hack you can do with this: take the hario mugen and put that in instead of the glass V60 it comes with (they both use the same mechanism to lock onto hario bases), now you have a low bypass plastic dripper that you controll the flow over. This type of brewing works exeptinally well with super low fine grinders, maybe you could use a C40 but I'd suggest a well aligned flat burr grinder with some clarity focused burrs
Chance upon this comment, guess what? I had the same idea and tried it out too. Was so pumped when the mugen fit into the base. Would be trying to get a ceramic mugen as I’m nit a fan of hot water and plastic interactions.
We need a bigger Mugen. The new switch and only one available is the 03. For me at least in "clever" mode the 02 version was just too small and wasteful considering price of filter
Would be interesting to see this compared with aeropress being both perculation and immersion methods.
Very helpful to this newbie that received the Switch’ as gift.
Flattered to see my video's thumbnail in yours! Will try your hybrid recipe. Got me thinking about running brewed coffee through a second time, which can totally be done without drips with the switch
Of course! Thanks for watching. I’ve toyed around with that on other drippers, with varying results haha.
I got one of these after I broke my clever and have been really enjoying it. Thanks for the info.
Looove my Switch 😊 water first - stir last. Gosh, get hypnotised by the swirling draw down each and every time 😅
Great vid! Will have to try this recipe.
I do basically the opposite where I keep it closed during the bloom, and then open it as I start the main pour and keep it open for the rest of the brew like a regular V60. Looking forward to seeing how your recipe compares!
Thanks for watching, and if you have the chance let me know your thoughts on the recipe!
@@Sprometheus Finally got around to trying it and it came great! Very flavorful and a great mouth feel compared to my normal method. A little more effort involved but worth it indeed!
Just in time. In this moment I wanted to go to make a coffee with my Switch. 😀
I’d love to hear your thoughts on the recipe!
I like the recipe! It’s the best I’ve managed from my current beans vs other methods. Thx!
Glad to hear that, thanks for watching and letting me know! Cheers!
I have one on order and looking forward to trying it
I have this and it is Perfection!
Been using my switch for a whille now. Works good as a single cup cold brew as well.
Wow, this is pretty mind blowing, thanks for the idea
Well done!
Fantastic vid, I love immersion, this combo interests me!
Great vid as always! Your hybrid method makes me think it would be good for reducing the impacts of a bad pouring kettle or bad technique.
Thank you, and thanks for watching!
And absolutely, kettle control isn’t really a key to success here that’s for sure.
My grandson is named Prometheus. I love your videos
hario switch
I have found that I get a much smoother brew and fuller, richer flavor with a finer grind (@16:1), 25g coffee, 400g (filtered) water....in fact this morning I tightened up my grind two clicks (baratza virtuoso) and the difference is amazing!
bloom - 80g water, 30sec bloom, drain bloom for 30sec
brew - add remaining 320g water
molesting - one light stir only (I don't overly fiddle/molest the brew)
hit the switch, drain at 2min30sec
this process results in a super smooth, full bodied cup of coffee, full of flavor.....the wife is happy in the morning, therefore I too am happy in the morning 😊
A review of the Varia Multi brewer is a must!
I’ll look into it for sure!
Hi Sprometheus I have been using a switch for about 12 months.
My go to recipe is to close the valve for the bloom and followed by a traditional multi pour V60 with it open.
One big advantageI have found is being able to preheat really effectively by filling it with boiling water in the closed position. Because it is glass and has greater ability to store heat than plastic you can get it hot enough that it actually contributes to the temperature of the bloom. My current approach is to fill it with cold water and microwave it while my kettle is boiling (not the safest it you can pick it up by the silicone). My measurements using a fast kitchen thermometer show you can gain 5 to 7 degrees C over a traditional plastic v60.
Time stamps? Time stamps!!!????
THANK YOU! This channel is getting better and better after each video
Haha well YT thinks the recipe I posted on the description is video timestamps, unfortunately they are not. But hopefully you still enjoy.
@@Sprometheus I know… i was kind of encouraging you to do so next time! I know it doesn’t help with the algorithm but god !! Do I appreciate good time stamps
Thank you for showcasing this recipe, i gave it a try and it gave me some amazingly sweet coffee! 🤤
I think what a lot of people misunderstand about this vs the Clever is the shape of the dripper. Because of the slanted walls, you can’t open the Clever and do a regular percolation brew whereas the Switch you can. Being able to combine immersion with a regular pour over is the game changer.
Why? You can use the Clever just like the Melitta 4 cups, its ribs are shallower than the V60, hence slower drawdown and not so easy to swirl like the V60, but it can definitely be used as a pour over dripper. Plus the Melitta filter papers are usually a fraction of the V60's cost.
@@XiaoqiuQIU Sure you definitely could technically. But ultimately that wasn’t the intention of its design. The Clever is primarily an immersion brewer with a filter.
The V60 is like a blank piece of paper for pourovers. It can be as simple or complex as you want. And adding an immersion option to it only expands its brewing capabilities.
With reference to 4:6 method, I find this recipe really brings out the flavour of the bean. Not to mention that you can adjust the acidity, sweetness and strength with this recipe.
1:15, >90c, fine or medium (up to you)
1. Close valve and pour water to bloom.
2. At 30s, release valve and continue second pour at 45s
3. 1:30, third pour
4. 2:15, forth pour
5. 3:00 final pour
If you brew using this hybrid method, you will get a balance cup of coffee, good clarity and body.
Interesting! I have a Clever but I may get one of these after your video, Spro. I really like that you can use any V60 papers with this. I dig the Cafec V60 papers and this adds to the appeal of the Switch.
The coffee filter is why I would choose the Switch over the Clever..
Superb brew
Thank you.
You’re welcome, and thanks for watching!
I absolutely love my Hario Switch. I really want to upgrade it to the 03 size but that one has been impossible to find at a reasonable price in my country ever since covid started
Hello, did you manage to get the 03 glass? I am having a hard time to decide whether to get the SSD 200 or the 360 version of the Switch. Where are you located if I may ask?
best recipe for me,big thank you ♥️
Tried your recipe. Great stuff, thank you for the share
I was gifted a Yama Silverton a while back and while mostly used it for regular pourover brews the flexibility is amazing, being able to close off to preheat and during the bloom.
It also has a not so common combination of a metal filter as well as a ceramic disk to clean up the fines which I've enjyoed not having to purchase extensive paper filters but still get clean brews.
Mostly use the 'April coffee' pourover technique of multiple 50g pours every 30s but will definitely have to try out this combination technique!
Excellent video. I didnt find much value in the second percolation you did. The first is important for the bloom, but after that, i believe the rest of the water can fully be added for an immersion. 15g coffee 250g water, medium coarse grind. Still, this video was excellent giving us a relatively simple recipe while driving home the amazing value of this brewer. Nice job!
TY
Excellent. Next purchase.
Have it and love it
When in the rabbit hole - get a size 3 funnel as well and a metal filter just to add complexity - lily drip of cause.. still waiting for mine :-).. But really happy with my swift and all the new rabbit holes.
So many rabbit holes that’s for sure!
This is a technique that's been used in the beer world for a long time. You do an infusion mash, then batch sparge to rinse the mash and collect the sugars. You'd be surprised how brewing beer can help you brew better coffee. Been thinking about a RIMS system for my French press...
Fun fact: In English, you brew both beer and coffee. In German, it is „brühen“ for coffee but „brauen“ for beer and at least I think of it as two completely different things 😂 „Brühen“ actually means to pour boiling water over something, while „brauen“ is exclusively used for making beer and describes the whole process.
this video might've finally convinced me to get one of these!
I can’t recommend them enough. Really just a solid option for any occasion. The trick is snagging them when their in stock. Not as hard as a Niche, but still they go quick.
don't forget the other use...as tea steeper! I got one of this the soonest it's available. Been my only single dripper, until recently i add Orea as flat bottom alternative.
Oooh I haven’t Tried it as a tea steeper, but I do like a nice cup from time to time. I’ll have to give it a go.
I haven’t tried for Orea yet, but my flat bottom preference lately is the April.
@@Sprometheus Great idea for tea !!!
Killer video! Do you have a links for those rad glass cups ? Thx
Cant wait to try this recipe! Im about to place an order for a switch. Which size do you have and recommend? Thanks!
This is pretty ideal, but everyone forgets how creative you can get with a normal Mr Coffee...
You can definitely go wild with nearly any Brewer that’s for sure, but this one just makes it easier.
I need another brewing device like I need a 2nd Sphincter!😏
I tell myself this everyday, and it doesn't work...
The actual switch would be little practical benefit for me. I use 30g of ground beans and 500ml of water and the Switch is just not big enough. The Clever Dripper is just large enough. In addition, I am a tiny person and when the Clever Dripper is on the counter it is the perfect height to pour the water & ground beans into. It gets uncomfortable when I have to pour & mix it If it is sitting over my 20 oz mug. I like the fact that the Switch is also a v60. Great for a beginners and v60 experimenters. Great Video.
Good video
I'm really looking forward to the NextLevel Pulsar!
Ufff. For a guy who drinks coffee maybe twice a week now, I wish I had justification to buy this one. I'll recommend it to my mom or something.
Haha makes a great gift!
I've never had a dripper that made it easier to brew excellent coffee all the time.
It’s definitely one of the best out there!
@@Sprometheus Thanks for sharing your recipe. tomorrow it will be tried. so far I've only ever used full immersion or standard v60.
I did this today. Great coffee. Very sweet. Also it had a strong aroma while my coffees never have noticeable aroma and its aroma was sweet too. Also, there was a sheen on top of poured coffee which I do not usually get. I assume all those factors points to a higher extraction than normal. I did a medium fine grin, yet it never stalled - it stayed a stream, never dripping, all the way to the end. I kept my kettle at 209F for all pours.
I am going to try the exact same but in a regular V60 tomorrow.
I think you're right and keeping the water at a consistently high temp between pours is key to avoid stalling. I've tried this technique a few times (which I really enjoy, thanks Sprometheus). Without keeping the water temp up I had one cup take 11mins - major stalling and slow drips. Surprisingly wasn't too bad but was just overly long IMO. On the next cup I kept the water temp at 205F between pours and it took 6 mins and was better tasting IMO.
@@bradhughes4494 I also did two brews with a non-switch regular V60. One exactly the same, except no pause with any switch closed between pours since no switch but let each pour fully draw down. I also did one today with a more normal 3-1 bloom and 2 pours with 1st pour to full draw down.
The one done same as the Switch method took 5:12 as opposed to my Switch 5:33. Bloom time was shorter and no pause after pauses likely explain the 21 seconds faster brew, so pretty much equal. The two pour, full draw down on first was 4:17. No signs of clogging, all remained stream until end. I kept reheating/topping-off-heat between pours.
Important question, do you keep your kettle on a "Hold" mode using your method? The temperature will drop down immediatly after you wait more then 1 minute with your kettle turned off.
This seems super interesting to try. I have a ceramic Bonavita immersion dripper with the closable valve which should work for this. The Bonavita hole is quite small though so I'm guessing I would have to grind much coarser than you did for Switch.
I love my BonaVita ceramic immersion Dripper with shut off valve. It’s so good. Stays hot, doesn’t stain or crack. Makes great coffee every time. I suspect the Hario Switch is similar.
Oh hey nice :D ordered a Hario Switch yesterday, can't wait to try it out. I have the Clever Dripper and have tried it a few times but i can never get a result i like for some reason. I think it's because of the water sitting under the filter that dillutes the brew overall, it just tastes weird and watery unfortunately. I'm hopping the Hario Switch won't have that issue since it's pretty much a V60 (my favorite brewing method) with a switch, i ordered some Filtropa filters for the Clever see if it changes it drastically but i don't have much expectations.
Thanks for the recipe Sprometheus :D
Looks promising
It is indeed!
Hi there! What grind size should I use if I were to grind with a comandante?
not sure I've touched my regular v60 since I got a switch, and honestly I haven't really touched my espresso machine much as well. its just that good, and I'm not really even doing anything crazy with it.
my standard brew has been 30g for 480-500 of water. 94C, short bloom with 1st steep of 2 minutes. draw down. 2nd half of the water in steep mode just to collect whatever grinds are stuck higher up on the filter, and immediate draw down.
I’ve been playing with multi pass brews on the clever, I feel like this is better suited to it having the switch rather than the valve.. also probs less prone to clogging
Another great vid. I like that this consolidates two drippers. But what sort of animal adds water THEN coffee?
Thanks Rob, and if you haven’t tried it I highly recommend. It definitely minimizes clogging and seems to brew a little cleaner in my opinion. My go to for immersion brewers.
@@Sprometheus Will do! Thanks for the tip.
I almost always use the Aeropress because i love the percolation/immersion of it, but my big problem is when I have guests over. I need something that can brew at least 0,8 l. of coffee and preferably 1 liter. That way I can actually talk to my guests instead of standing in the kitchen all day brewing coffee :) I'm thinking maybe the Hario Switch is the answer? What's its maximum output?
Where are people getting this product? It's still out of stock at all the online retailers i use.
I bought mine direct from Hario when a friend on Instagram posted that they were back in stock. They are definitely tricky to snag.
I posted this on another question, but according to their websites, its currently available from Kurasu and Levercraft coffee.
@@animeanytime ordered from levercraft and they say they've shipped. thanks!
I’m curious to see how much brewing device experimentation continues as the world (hopefully) starts returning to normal. Being home every day caused me to switch from drip machine to alternating between 4 different single cup options (v60, clever, aeropress, and French press with v60 my clear favorite).
Time will tell, but I think there will always be a group of folks who want to take the brewing into their own hands.
Does the switch have plastic in contact with water, or is it largely glass?
There is very little of any contact with plastic, the cone is glass and the blocker is steel, it may touch some of the base on the way out of the cone, but not much at all.
The lifter arm for the steel ball is plastic but very little area contact the coffee.
@@Sprometheus thank you, this might cement a buy for me!
great info.. what temp water you use ?higher or lower than normal ? thanks
Personally I usually brew pretty light roasts so I just pour straight off boil.
Made me wanna pick one up right away but they're out of stock everywhere atm!
Yeah they are tough to snag! I got one out of sheer luck when a friend on Instagram posted they are back in stock.
Not sure which country you are in, but Kurasu coffee in Japan and Levercraft coffee in the USA both have it in stock right now according to their websites.
Wow I'm so sold on the Clever that it's my go to gift for coffee folks. I'm gonna try one of these next. I suppose you could do similar experiments w/ clever by lifting it on. off your cup. My fav (though overpriced) Coffee nerd luxury are Ember temp control mugs, I am seeking the smallest powered Burr grinder known to man for travel..quality DC/batt power would be rad...may have to mod one to have a smaller hopper. hopper. Have used hand grinder plus drill when to lazy to crank. EDIT: I WILL BE GIFTING THE HARIO SWITCHES I ACQUIRED NOW MONTHS AGO AND STICKING WITH THE IMO SUPERIOR CLEVER . ( or might keep one in my quiver for occasional use. The switch is more elegant, but had some leaks at the silicon collar. The lever is one more thing to think about. V filters are less common than melitta. Did not brew any superior cups in the hario to my clever brews. Glass breaks, I travel w/ my clever. IMO you can do all with the clever and perhaps more that you can w switch, and it is cheaper......less fragile.....better heat retention, and I like the top. now if hario made a switch that was bpa free plastic and no lever, just set on your cup to flow, that would be interesting.......Or id someone made a quick release flat filter brewer. Clever is not only a jack of all trades, but master IMO of most. aside from aesthetics/ "quality (and that's impt) I found no real advantage of switch. used it quite a bit, its on the shelf with the Moka Java, vacuum brewer french press aeropress and other seldom used coffee toys. Now don't get me wrong I'm not saying caveat emptor. It's nice 4.5 star, but clever is the last dripper you'll ever need 5 star. ya dont need both for sure.
Wondering if you tried ditching the bloom liquid and stopping the last draw down early to achieve similar results to your "top to tail" video
Do you think using the melodrip for the pours after the bloom would work?
Can you put the clever dripper on the cup and use it as a v60?
i can NEVER watch this guy without thinking hes actually wade barnes with a secret coffee channel
Hi Sprometheus, please help! 😊 I have been doing my research and I am torn between the Switch and the Origami. I understand the pros and cons of each and the differences. Using your Switch method, how does the taste differ from the Origami? I am looking for clarity, balance, notes distinction. I really don’t know which one to get…aesthetics don’t matter, I am looking for the best cup that has the qualities mentioned above.
Are you using the 02 model or the 03 in this video? Never having them I'm clueless.
What’s the stirrer you’re using?
Does anyone know what type of glass cup he is pouring into? Love the look of those
How about using a manual vacuum pump in the carafe to accelerate the percolation phase ?
Spro… nice vid. Does one need the V3 to brew maybe 500mg of finished brew? Thanks.
Thank you my friend. And by V3 I assume you mean the Orea right? Are you looking for something that brews a bigger batch? The Orea Big Boy is a solid choice on that front.
@@Sprometheus You are MOST welcome. I meant the larger of the 2 sizes. If I’m going to brew via your process.. excellent, IMO…I’d like enough for the wife, who inhales coffee like…well, you know!!
I think I'll get it athough the allround tool is still the aeropress, where you can do french press, percolation, espresso like, cold brew, cold drip....
On a budget? Buy a replacement filter basket for a Technivorm KBT. The one with the closed/half open/full open switch. I use it like a Clever and I'm gonna try this recipe in it tomorrow morning. Sure, it drips a bit, and it's not as elegant, but it works. Filters are cheaper too
Do you always drink your bloom water? I am new to pourover kindof just seeing what people do.
Brewing 18 grams for a 270 gram Switch… is the 02 large enough? As always, great vid.
I would love to see more roasting related content on here.
This was a great review and recipe video but the coffee brewer review space is feeling a little saturated these days...and I need help with my roasting.
I am using artisan software but I have trouble understanding and relating the data from it with taste to inform changes to my roast profiles.
So clever dripper is essentially the same as french press after filtration, but hario switch offers the option to switching pass/through, that's the only (and huge) difference? Am I right?
My switch is amazing however dropper it once and shattered the glass part. Hopefully, you can buy a V02 or V03 V60 and change the glass part.
That’s good to know! I haven’t dropped mine, but glad you can swap them out
@@Sprometheus Yep also i kinda prefer the 03 to do bigger cup but same taste profile ! Try it out its super easy to swap them. You just need to use the glass V60 because the others one wont fit. Personnaly using a 1:15 20g/300ml
I got my switch. I wouldn't say I regret buying it but ultimately I find the aeropress to make better full immersion coffee than the switch.
What I have enjoyed is fast steeps with fine grinds, a tighter 1:13 ratio and releasing after about a minute which results in about a 1:45-2:00 brew that has a whole lot of intense tasting notes without too thick of a body. This brew works much better in the switch vs my aero or clever because the v60 drains relatively quickly & consistently.
Definitely better than the Steamdeck. Team Switch all the way.
It’s become a favorite of mine that’s for sure!
Hi Spro, how would you approach an iced pour over ? That's all I drink. My recipe is 30g coffee 100g ice and 200g water
Hi.. i have the budget to buy either switch or aeropress... which one should i buy first? thanks in advance
You can do the exact same thing with a Clever. The plug closes when you pull it off the pot/mug.
I can't decide between the switch or the new released W60.
Quite happy with my chemex tho. But that's a different story.
This seems sold out everywhere except eBay. Any idea where I can pick this up? I just bought a clever for a similar concept
Hi, changing from V60 to this, do I grind coarser or remain the same size?
How does it compare to the Gina brewer?
Love this approach, can’t wait to try with my Clever dripper (will definitely be clunky because it’s not an easy switch like the Hario.)
I strongly recommend working on your diction and inflections, you sound robotic - and honestly it’s hard to listen to. Just trying to help.