Thomas West – Origami Dripper Guide

Magdeburg, Germany

About Thomas:

Thomas is Head Barista at KRÖM, a specialty roastery in Magdeburg. After completing his master’s degree in philosophy, he worked as a copywriter and concept developer in advertising. He has been involved in the coffee industry since 2020, blogging for KRÖM, becoming a barista there in 2021, and a roaster in 2022. Today, he is an active barista competitor, workshop leader, and content creator.

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Recipe: Origami Dripper

  • Filter paper: Sibarist Cone Fast
  • Coffee quantity: 20 g
  • Brew ratio: approx. 1:13
  • Water temperature: 88 °C
  • Brewing time: 2:30 min
  • Distribution: 4 × 50 g, wait until water has run through each portion

Tools

  • Precise grinder with very even grind size, hardly any fines
  • Goal: Less body, clearer cup
  • Water with high magnesium content & low buffer capacity to emphasize sweetness & complexity without suppressing acidity

Flavor profile

Canephora BRS2314 from Panama, anaerobically honey processed, grown at an altitude of 450 m.
Aromas: Honey, cherry, slightly grainy, reminiscent of cereal