The siphon style of coffee maker has been around in some form since the 1830s and has recently regained popularity in many parts of the world.
It uses a combination of vapour-pressure, to push the water into the top chamber, and a vacuum, to draw the brewed coffee back down. This allows the siphon to create a clean & clear cup of coffee without compromising intensity.
How does it work?
Heat is applied to the bottom chamber full of water, creating pressure which pushes the hot water into the top, once it reaches an ideal brewing temperature. The coffee is then fully immersed in water in the top chamber. Removing the heat then creates a vacuum below which quickly pulls the coffee through a cloth filter. The vacuum pressure and cloth filtration allow the use of a finer grind, while still getting the benefit of full immersion.
Burning alcohol that is suitable for the bundled alcohol burner is usually sold in South Africa as methylated spirits.
Product features & specifications:
- Made of heat-resistant glass
- Volume: ~600ml
- Height: ~35cm
What's in the box
1 x Siphon (stand, bottom chamber, top chamber)
1 x Plastic lid which doubles as a stand for the top chamber after brewing
1 x Filter assembly
1 x Cloth filter
1 x Plastic scoop/stirrer
1 x Alcohol burner* (alcohol not included)
