Introduction

The Able Kone can be looked at more like a brewer, not a filter. It is an alternative to the Chemex paper filter because it fits nicely inside a Chemex. It is made of stainless steel, and it still strains out all the suspended pieces of coffee and allows oils and fines to pass through. This contributes to a mouthfeel richer that is chewier with a flavour similar to a french press—paper filter. The Able Kone is designed and engineered to last for a long time because its single-layer design doesn't accumulate any oils or sediment. A quick rinse and occasional scrub are all you need to do to keep the Able Kone in good shape.

Preparation

Before we start brewing, there are some things we need to prepare.

• Have a kettle ready with at least 1 litre of water, a scale and a grinder.
• We will be setting our kettle for 96℃ degrees. If you have a stovetop kettle, let it reach boiling temperature right before you start brewing.

Brewing

	Weigh out 50 grams of coffee and grind it on a medium-coarse setting.
	Rinse the filter with hot water to warm up the stainless steel and prevent heat absorption during brewing, which can hinder extraction.
	Place the ground coffee into the Able Kone.
	Level out the bed.
	Add 100ml of water and let it bloom for 30 seconds, ensuring even saturation by using circular motions. At 30 seconds, use a spoon to agitate the grounds for further saturation, being careful not to touch the edges.
	Continue adding water in a circular motion until the scale reads 400ml.
	Do your best to maintain a level bed about ½ inch from the top of the brewer. Adjust the pour speed if necessary.
	Allow the water to flow through, waiting until you have enough room for the final pour. Add the remaining water until the scale reads 750ml.
	Give it a gentle stir around the edges, making a half circle in each direction.
	Finally, gently lift up and drop down the filter to release more oils from the coffee.
	Serve and enjoy!