Question 1

The directions say to "set the paper filter and rinse with the boiling water."  Is this step necessary?

Accepted Answer

Some people do it, some people don't.  I do not think a "paper taste" is something I've ever noticed when skipping the step, but aside from rinsing out any potentially-lingering paper flavor and sealing the filter to the sides of the dripper, this step also preheats the dripper, which should slightly reduce heat loss during the dwell stage.  However, I find I prefer using a finer grind and a shorter dwell time (no more than 2:45 from bloom to completion of draw-down), so I honestly don't think heat loss is a big concern the way I use the CCD.  That said, it's not really much effort to perform this step, it takes all of 10 seconds and wastes all of a 1/2-cup of water; I always do it, even if not strictly necessary, on the off-chance that it does offer a subtle benefit.

Question 2

Can this be used with a small gold permanent filter?

Accepted Answer

Yes, I use the Blue Brew filter (although it is gold and not blue!) It fits in the plastic cone and does not interfere with the release mechanism. However I notice that, due to the different expansion rates between the plastic cone and the metal filter, the filter becomes very firmly stuck in the plastic cone after use. It comes out by turning the dripper upside down and giving it a sharp rap on the counter, but it is a minor nuisance.

Question 3

How do you properly clean this product... anyone tried bleach?

Accepted Answer

Do not use bleach. If it is stained use baking soda in hot water and let it soak. But if you rinse it every time and doa deep clean with baking soda or baking powder it won't stain and coffee oils won’t collect on it.

Question 4

how big is the large and how big is the small

Accepted Answer

I have a large.  I get a 500ml of coffee  per pour-over.  Two loads of water yields a liter of coffee. I use 3-4 measures of coffee grounds for a liter. A liter requires 2 pour-overs.  I hope this helps Robin

ASIN	B00EOM5RN0
Best Sellers Rank	#58,508 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #251 in Reusable Coffee Filters #9,693 in Paper & Plastic Household Supplies
Brand Name	Clever
Compatible Devices	Coffee Maker
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (4,348)
Global Trade Identification Number	00856239003004, 04715838467777
Included Components	Coffee Filters
Item Type Name	beverages
Item Weight	367 Grams
Manufacturer	Clever
Manufacturer Part Number	FBA_CLEVER
Material Type	Plastic
Model Number	CLEVER
Number of Pieces	1
Shape	Cone
UPC	721706167742 609456695718 787732618184 856239003004 609722651950 856239003011
Unit Count	1.0 Count

Clever Coffee Dripper and Filters, Large 18 oz| Barista's Choice| Safe BPA Free Plastic|Includes 100 Filters (Clear, 18 oz Large)

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