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In terms of cup profile, metal filters allow you to extract a little bit of extra sediment,” he says. “This creates a sensory profile closer to a French press.” It’s not just about what gets the job done. In fact, the quality of your AeroPress coffee depends on the filters you use. Yes, they are! But they’re also a key component in getting your AeroPress to produce delicious coffee every time you use it.

Well, you must be thinking of the sediments problem that plague all AeroPress metal filters. But, ameuus filters are actually a lot better at filtering out loose coffee grounds than other competitors due to their smaller filter hole sizes.

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Ben explains that changing the grind size when brewing with a metal filter allows you to achieve a variety of results. If you’re a newbie to making coffee in an AeroPress, you may be wondering why you need to use filters in the first place. “Aren’t coffee filters for old-school coffee makers?” In AeroPress coffee makers, your filter functions much as it does inside French press coffee brewers, trapping ground coffee inside the coffee maker against a high-pressure flood of water that would otherwise send the grounds swirling into the coffee mix.

Grind 20g of coffee slightly coarser than for espresso (Ben says he uses a conical burr grinder to do this) Choosing the best AeroPress filter ultimately comes down to personal preference. To discover what that is, consider the following factors:Another factor to note is that AeroPress and AeroPress Go coffee makers differ in size. An AeroPress Go is smaller with a filter holder only allowing room for storing 20 filters as opposed to an AeroPress, capable of holding 350. This makes the AeroPress Go more suitable for metal filter options, whereas the AeroPress has a greater capacity for paper ones. How Many Pieces Are Involved? And, as reusable stainless steel filters, they let more coffee oils in to boast a bolder AeroPress coffee taste, though not as intense as the French Press. Coffee Press Flexibility : Compatible with AeroPress Original, AeroPress Go and AeroPress Clear. Not compatible with AeroPress XL coffee maker. (Coffee press not included.) We do not recommend using the Flow Control Filter Cap on AeroPress Original coffee makers made before 2014 due to a change in material that may affect the fit of the Flow Control Filter Cap. What’s more, the o2 Micro Filters are the first in the world to come with a convenient high-quality stainless steel drying stand and a small carrying case for easy and neat storage no matter where you’re heading. Depending on how much oil you want your AeroPress coffee to have, you can choose a metal mesh filter for your machine.

So now that we have conducted our comparison which one comes out on top? And as cliché as it is, I have to conclude that it depends on what you are looking for. My personal preference has always been for the cleaner and lighter taste that paper filters produce but I know many other coffee lovers who adore the heavier and richer taste that comes with Aeropress metal filters, and I can forgive them for that. Metal mesh filters are considered a kind of “hybrid” between standard metal and paper filters. These are made of the same material as metal filters but are as flexible as paper. The SCAA recommended range of 18-22% was based on established equipment and techniques, and stood for many years. There’s been a steady trend however in recent years towards aiming for higher extractions — enabled by better equipment, better roasting, and better barista techniques. This began with the use of better grinders like the EK43, allowing extractions at perhaps 24% before over-extraction flavours became apparent, but has continued since as more techniques to promote even extraction have emerged.For some years now, several brands have manufactured and sold metal filters which are designed to be used with the AeroPress. However, in 2022, AeroPress launched its own metal filter, which is made from premium grade 316 stainless steel. They allow a bit more oil to pass through than paper does, whereas traditional paper tends to make your AeroPress coffee slightly less oily and more robust. Besides, a popular product is bound to be better than a cheap one. After all, a good cup of coffee is worth the cost! Paper filters There are a surprising amount of factors in each type of filter, and many of the tradeoffs come down to individual taste. The regular size is used by most coffee drinkers because it tends to produce a delicious American coffee that resonates with the a broad sample of tastes.

However, in terms of performance and how they affect coffee flavour, there is a lot of variation between paper filters. This can depend on the type of material used to manufacture them, or whether they are bleached or unbleached. Buying the cheapest filter will rarely work in your favor, and sometimes the best one is the most expensive. If you like your coffee with a bit more flavor and body, then metal or cloth ones might be a better choice for you. 2. The Amount Of Time You HaveThe benefits of purchasing a reusable filter are obvious. For starters, it means that you won’t have to spend money on new filters every time you want a cup of coffee. Espresso-Style Crema (with paper filters) : When used with AeroPress Paper Micro-Filters and dark roast coffee, the AeroPress Flow Control Filter Cap uses a build up of pressure to create an espresso like crema. A popular product is likely to be highly recommended. If a review doesn’t mention a problem, it may be worth ignoring. And, as is often the case, perhaps it is not a matter of either/or. Both have pros and cons and an increasing number of Aeropress die-hards now tend to experiment with both. The magic of the Aeropress is its versatility as a coffee brewer, and having both metal and paper filters only increases that flexibility. Both types can produce delicious coffee simply with different flavor notes accented. So if money is not an issue and you want the best, then you may as well buy both.