Bodum 8 Cup 34oz Pour Over Coffee Maker: Permanent Screen Filter, Cool Touch Handle, Dishwasher Safe

A: This is not, as the first answer suggests, a french press. The cuff is made of cork and it seems like the strings are leather/pleather. Hope that helps!

A: This french press is made of stainless steel casing with a borosilicate glass carafe. This item does not contain cuffs ties or beads.

A: "Brand expert" supplied this answer calling it a french press?? Please remove that answer to prevent further confusion. Thx

A: Yes, you absolutely can use paper filters in lieu of the included stainless steel filter if you would like. Enjoy!

A: I would use both as just the stainless steel filter still allows coffee sediment through. Don't want crunchy coffee.

A: I use a paper filter when I don't want any grit in my coffee. I put it on top of the mesh filter to just give it a little support, and the paper doesn't fall into the bottom when I pour the water

A: It is to help with pouring the coffee into your mug, but honestly I didn't see a difference in pouring without it, so I threw it in recycling.

A: It fits perfectly at the neck with the legs pointing down. I guess it's for some tea or fruit infusion where bulky items don't get poured out...

A: The black, plastic piece with the 3 "legs" and a ball on the other end is a lid for the glass container after you remove the filter.

A: If you use fine grind I would also put a triangle shaped coffee filter with it to prevent the finest grounds from getting into your coffee.

A: For an optimal brew we recommend using a medium grind (in between coarse and fine). All parts except for the cork cuff are dishwasher safe. Enjoy!

A: For up to 1 hour max. The glass does not offer insulation.

A: From my personal experience I'd recommend a gooseneck kettle. I went electctric. I was using a standard tea kettle into a Pyrex and ended up spilling the near boiling water all over my hand. Been a month now and still recovering!

A: Thank you for your question! If you’re washing your Pour Over carafe by hand, it’s quick and easy to clean with hot water and standard dish soap. We recommend using a brush to help reach inside the carafe. And yes, we do suggest removing the cork sleeve and leather strap before washing, as excess moisture can degrade those materials over time. Hope this helps!

A: Thank you for your question! This Pour Over Coffee Maker is made of single-wall, heat-resistant borosilicate glass and features a cork sleeve to provide an insulated grip. Hope this helps!

A: Thank you for your question! Yes, the POUR OVER is made from borosilicate glass, which is lead- and cadmium-free, ensuring that it is food-safe, durable, and heat-resistant. Hope this helps!

A: Thank you for your question! You can use any type of coffee bean, regardless of roast or origin, with our Pour Over. We recommend a medium grind size, which is standard for most pre-ground coffee. If you use a finer grind, such as espresso grind or coffee powder, you may notice more sediment in your coffee than usual. Hope this helps!

A: Our Pour Overs come with a permanent stainless-steel filter, so paper filters are not necessary. You can use paper filters in addition to the permanent filter, but this may increase brewing time and remove some of the essential oils that contribute to coffee’s flavor and aroma. We do not recommend using the carafe with only paper filters, as it is not designed for that purpose.