Brewing Moccamaster

Let the machine do the heavy lifting. The Rolls Royce of filter machines. A Dutch-made, copper-boiler brewer that hits the perfect water temperature every time and produces a consistently exceptional batch brew.

Grind

Medium

like coarse sand

Water

92–96°C

automatic

Time

4–6 min

Ratio

60g

per litre

What to look for: The Moccamaster produces a clean, bright filter coffee, so it works beautifully with coffees that have good clarity and sweetness. Single origins are a natural fit, but well-crafted blends perform wonderfully in batch brew too.

Our picks for Moccamaster

1 Smith & EvansFull Bodied & Vibrant

Our flagship blend is a natural here. The Brazil, Colombian and Ethiopian mix produces a full-bodied, smooth batch brew that works for everyone — perfect for households or offices where different people want different things from their cup.

2 Papua New GuineaFull Bodied & Vibrant

Kimel Estate beans produce a velvety, naturally sweet and syrupy filter coffee. Rich and deeply satisfying — excellent black.

3 BrazilSmooth & Sweet

Brazil Santos is naturally processed with sweet caramel flavours that translate beautifully into a batch brew. Incredibly smooth, great black or with milk.

The gear: Airtight canister — keeps a week's beans fresh by the machine

Also great: Colombia, Mountain Water Decaf

Roasted to order in Fyshwick. Free shipping over $70.

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