Hario Coffee Dripper V60 - Clear

The Hario V60 Plastic Dripper requires no assembly. Before first use, rinse under warm water. The plastic V60 sits on top of a cup, mug, or Hario server — no stand is included.

The V60 comes in two primary sizes: 01 (for 1–2 cups, approximately 120–360ml) and 02 (for 1–4 cups, approximately 120–700ml). Match your filter size to your dripper size — VCF-01 filters for the 01, VCF-02 filters for the 02.

The V60's design features a 60-degree cone angle, a single large drainage hole, and spiral interior ribs. The 60-degree cone concentrates the coffee at the bottom and requires active control of pour rate to manage extraction. The ribs keep the filter off the dripper walls to allow airflow during brewing. Together, these features make the V60 one of the most expressive pour-over brewers available — it rewards technique and punishes inconsistency, producing exceptional results when dialed in.

V60 Brewing Method

Grind: Medium-fine — slightly coarser than espresso, finer than drip. Approximately the texture of fine sea salt. The V60's single large hole drains quickly, so a medium-fine grind is needed to slow flow enough for adequate extraction.

Ratio: 1:15–1:17 (coffee to water by weight). For 15g of coffee, use 225–255ml of water. Yield: approximately 200–220ml.

Step 1: Fold the filter along its seam and place in the dripper. Pre-rinse with hot water to remove paper taste and preheat the dripper and vessel. Discard rinse water.

Step 2: Add your medium-fine ground coffee. Gently tap the dripper to level the bed.

Step 3: Bloom. Start timer. Pour 2–3x the coffee weight in water (30–45g for 15g coffee) in a slow spiral from the center outward. Wait 30–45 seconds for the bloom to complete.

Step 4: Continue pouring in slow, controlled spirals, maintaining a steady water level in the dripper — typically 2–3cm above the coffee bed. Add water in 2–3 pours, spacing them 20–30 seconds apart. Total brew time target: 2:30–3:30 minutes.

Step 5: Lift and discard the filter. The flat bed of spent grounds (no mound in the center) indicates even extraction.

Plastic vs. Ceramic V60

Plastic retains less heat than ceramic and loses temperature faster during brewing. Pre-rinse and pre-heat thoroughly, and pour slightly hotter water (205°F / 96°C) to compensate for the heat loss into the plastic. The brewing result is otherwise identical when technique is consistent. Plastic is lighter and more durable — ideal for travel.

Pour Technique

Pour height: 3–5cm above the coffee bed for better saturation coverage. Circular motion: start in the center and spiral outward, then back in. Avoid pouring directly onto the filter paper walls — pour onto the coffee bed only. A gooseneck kettle provides the best control for V60 brewing.

After Each Use

Remove and discard the filter. Rinse the plastic dripper under hot water. Hand-wash with mild dish soap if needed. The plastic V60 is also dishwasher safe — top rack.

Brew Too Fast / Weak Coffee

Grind finer. Slow your pour rate. Ensure you're using V60 paper filters — using a filter not designed for the V60 changes the flow rate significantly.

Brew Too Slow / Bitter Coffee

Grind coarser. Speed up your pour slightly.

Uneven Extraction / One-Sided Grounds

Pour more evenly in circles across the full coffee bed. Ensure the filter is properly seated and not collapsing into the drainage hole.