I’d like to experiment with a drip assist tool. Currently looking at Melodrip vs Hario v60 drip assist. The Hario is much cheaper, and I like the idea of not having to tie up both hands. Of note, I have been using less of my Chemex and more of the Orea big boy for multicup brews. It looks close, but I think the Hario drip assist might fit on big boy without falling in. Do you all think that these drip assists will have a bigger or smaller impact on these bigger multicup brews? Is channeling a real concern with the Hario and a bigger brew bed? What if I just rotate it between pours? How much are you adjusting grind size for these?
Yes the Gabi B. Seems like the Hario is a bit more popular. I’m a self proclaimed faffer, so while I’d love to simplify, I’m sure I’ll use it as another way to help complicate my workflow. I’m already thinking about using it at end of brew to lower agitation but using open pour at the beginning to get some bed agitation and float up the fines. I think 75% of the time a good drip brewer makes a near perfect cup, but being able to have tools and adjustments in pour over technique is what allows you to hone in on the best cup as tailored to the specific beans and roasts you are working with.
Hario could be more popular because Hario, not sure though. I’ll ask said coworker if he has experience with other devices (pretty sure he dailies a V60).
As for faffery levels: yes, if that is your cup of tea (ha), that slightly changes things of course. ;)