Where Precision Meets Beauty
Some brewing methods don’t just make coffee—they elevate it into an art form. The Chemex is one of those methods. With its elegant glass design and thick paper filters, it produces a clean, crisp, and smooth cup of coffee that highlights the most delicate flavors of the beans.
The Chemex reminds us that the way we approach something changes the experience. When we brew with care, intention, and patience, we discover flavors—and insights—we might have otherwise missed.
Recommended Grind & Roast
🔹 Grind: Medium-Coarse – Similar to sea salt, ensuring proper filtration and clarity.
🔹 Best Roasts: Light to Medium Roasts – Bringing out the bright, floral, and fruity notes that Chemex brewing enhances.
☕ Best Catholic Coffee Roasts for Chemex
✔ St. Thomas Aquinas Honey Blend (Light Roast) – Bright, floral, and honeyed, perfect for the clarity of the Chemex.
✔ St. Joan of Arc French Blend (Medium Roast) – A smooth, complex coffee with a touch of boldness, beautifully balanced by the Chemex method.
How to Brew with a Chemex
1️⃣ Place a Chemex paper filter into the top of the carafe and rinse it with hot water to remove any papery taste.
2️⃣ Grind fresh coffee beans to a medium-coarse texture (about 2 tablespoons per 6 ounces of water).
3️⃣ Add coffee grounds to the filter and level them out for even extraction.
4️⃣ Bloom the coffee: Pour a small amount of hot water (195–205°F) over the grounds to saturate them. Wait 30-45 seconds to allow gases to escape.
5️⃣ Slowly pour the remaining water in a circular motion, letting it filter naturally through the coffee.
6️⃣ Wait patiently as the coffee drips through the filter—about 4-5 minutes total.
7️⃣ Breathe it in. Allow the delicate aroma to prepare you for the first sip.
📖 Prayer in the Waiting:
“Lord, teach me to embrace patience, to wait with expectation, and to find joy in the process—not just the outcome. Amen.”
Why Chemex?
✔ Crisp, Clean Flavor → The thick paper filter removes excess oils for a bright and pure coffee experience.
✔ Beautiful & Intentional → Brewing with a Chemex slows you down, creating space for mindfulness.
✔ Perfect for Lighter Roasts → Highlights floral, citrus, and honeyed notes without bitterness.
The Chemex is more than just a coffee maker—it’s a practice in precision, patience, and appreciation for the little things. It reminds us that good things take time, and when we give them the attention they deserve, we experience something truly extraordinary.
📌 Next Up: Single-Serve Pod Machines—Convenience Without Compromise
