ORIGAMI Pinot Flavor Black Mug
The Origami Factory is located in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture.
The ceramicist's source: clay
Their supplier, very local (10 minutes by car from the Origami factory) transforms the raw materials (stones, kaolin, etc.) into a clay plate that will be delivered to Origami. This is a crucial step because the quality and robustness of the finished products will depend on this raw material. A dedicated R&D team searches for the best recipes based on the properties of the raw materials.
The famous dripper
Origami was created in 2014 by two brothers, with the idea of producing the best accessories for baristas. It is with its famous dripper, launched in 2016, that the brand distinguished itself in the specialty coffee world. The origin of the idea? To create a filter holder that allows the Kalita Wave filters to be used as well as conical filters.
A factory that combines traditional know-how and technology
The brothers grew up in their father's ceramic factory, Koyo Toki, located in Toki, Gifu Prefecture, and it is there that drippers and cups are produced. Some of the production is robotized, but many tasks are still done by hand. Production follows the pace of orders, no overproduction! The factory even has its own coffee shop / showroom whose objective is to promote local porcelain know-how and to highlight the work of more than 300 ceramic artisans from Mino.
Materials : Ceramic
Capacity : 0.2L
Dishwasher compatible : Yes
Country of manufacture : Japan
Learn more about the different grinding choices.
Choosing the right coffee grind is crucial to achieving the perfect cup of coffee, as the size of the coffee grounds affects brewing time and flavor extraction. Here’s a guide to the different coffee grinds and their specific uses:
1. Grinding into Grains
- Description : Whole bean coffee is simply unground coffee. It is sold as whole beans and should be ground just before use to ensure freshness and flavor retention.
- Usage : Suitable for all preparation methods, but requires a coffee grinder to achieve the desired grind.
2. Espresso grind
- Description : The espresso grind is fine, almost like powdered sugar. This fineness allows for a fast and intense extraction under high pressure.
- Usage : Specifically for espresso machines. The high pressure of these machines requires a fine grind for optimal extraction in 25 to 30 seconds.
3. Italian Grind (or Fine Grind)
- Description : The Italian grind is slightly coarser than the espresso grind. It is still fine, but with a slightly more granular texture.
- Use : Used for Italian coffee makers (Moka). These coffee makers use pressure but not as much as espresso machines, hence a slightly less fine grind.
4. Grinding Filter
- Description : Filter grind is medium consistency, similar to granulated sugar. It allows for a slower extraction than espresso.
- Use : Suitable for filter coffee makers, such as drip machines or manual filters (V60, Chemex type). The particle size allows for a slow infusion that extracts aromas without bitterness.
5. Piston Grind (or Coarse Grind)
- Description : The piston grind is coarse, with clearly visible coffee particles and a texture similar to coarse salt.
- Use : Used for French Press coffee makers. The coarse grind prevents particles from passing through the coffee maker's metal filter, allowing for a long infusion that develops aromas without creating sediment.
Tips for Grinding
- Coffee grinder : Investing in a good coffee grinder, preferably one with burrs, allows you to obtain a uniform grind and easily adjust the particle size depending on the preparation method.
- Freshness : Grind the coffee just before preparing it to preserve all its freshness and aromas.