Currently I have a standard Melitta Filter and a standard water kettle. I have read and heard that the pouring speed makes a big difference for the result but I can’t really control that very well with the spout of said kettle.

Currently the coffee tastes like a mix of under- and overextracted which is really confusing. I have tried different grind settings before but the issue persists.

Edit: The mix in over- and underextracted might also come from me not stirring before drinking the coffee.

Is there a way to improve this without getting a new kettle? What other things can I try?

Edit: I have now tried pouring with a Pyrex type measuring cup and it pours much better than the water kettle. Combined with stirring afterwards it noticeably improved the taste. The grinder I use is the Timemore C3 ESP pro.

Thanks everyone!

  • DocMcStuffin
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    21 hours ago

    James Hoffmann recommends decreasing the temperature the darker the roast.

    • Very light roasts: 95-100°C
    • Light roasts: 92-100°C
    • Medium roasts: 85-95°C
    • Medium-dark roasts: 80-90°C
    • Dark roasts: 80-85°C

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      13 hours ago

      ☝️ I forgot that people enjoy pour over with beans other than light 😂.