Tetsu Kasuya: Four Six

Description

The Four Six method, developed by Tetsu Kasuya, is a pour-over technique designed to give brewers more control over extraction. By adjusting the ratio of the first two pours, you can emphasize either acidity or sweetness in the final cup.

This method involves five equal pours, each lasting 45 seconds, allowing for a balanced and repeatable brew with clear flavors.

Instructions

  1. Rinse the filter and preheat the dripper. Discard rinse water.
  2. Add ground coffee to the filter and gently shake to level the bed.
  3. Start your timer. Pour the first dose of water evenly over the grounds.
  4. At 0:45, pour the next dose of water.
  5. At 1:30, pour the third dose of water.
  6. At 2:15, pour the fourth dose of water.
  7. At 3:00, pour the final dose of water.
  8. Allow the coffee to finish dripping, then serve.