Reddit reviews Yama Glass 5 Cup Stovetop Coffee Siphon (Syphon)

I actually really like the stovetop siphon I recent got. I've heard mixed things on here about siphons, but it's been my go-to brew method since I got it. I use the cory glass filter, you can find it online. The price isn't bad over all. This would be better if you're trying to brew larger amounts.

If you want something that brews a similar amount to the Aeropress, but has a completely different flavor profile, go with a Hario Woodneck. Amazing flavor, really clear.

I find both brewing methods to be really consistent.

It's just a Florence siphon. You can get all the parts for it easily online or from a lab supply or maybe even a hobby shop. There are also coffee pots out there that use the same principal.

http://www.amazon.com/Yama-Glass-Stovetop-Coffee-Siphon/dp/B002CVTKVK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1426875584&sr=8-1&keywords=yama+5+cup+syphon

We sell this one in our shop. Yama is a great value compared to Hario. 5 cup is a good size. I'd consider getting a few extra filters - but really the ones that come with the brewer will last you a few months to a year.

I agree with this guy full heartedly. Another option would be to spend $100 on an electric bur grinder and get a siphon coffee brewer instead. Just as quick if not quicker, you'll make a way better pot of coffee, and you get to impress your friends with your snobbish coffee methods all at the same time.

Or get an aeropress which isn't as fancy but still makes a killer cup of coffee and lightning fast.

Also buy a scale.


Here's all the stuff I just mentioned:

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002CVTKVK/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0012N1NAA/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1368034775&sr=8-2&pi=SL75
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000VAWXOU/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1368034899&sr=8-3&pi=SL75
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0018RY8H0/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1368034972&sr=8-2&pi=SL75

I was checking out the siphon prices because I remember seeing a 5-cup siphon for under $60. I guess compared to a French Press that's a lot of money... but SIPHON!

Here's a 5-cup for $40! warning amazon link! warning

I guess that would fit the budget aspect?

Great guide by the way!

Yama Glass 5 Cup Stovetop Coffee Siphon (Syphon) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002CVTKVK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_l7bBDb2VBSW52

You could get a induction interface disk like this to use on your moka pot and any non induction ready cookware, then get a flat bottomed coffee siphon. That one comes with a cloth filter, but I think you can replace it if you want.

Step 1 - Go to Amazon. Acquire the following:

If you have a gas stove: http://www.amazon.com/Northwest-Glass-SY-5-22-Ounce-Stovetop/dp/B002CVTKVK/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1314164733&sr=1-1

Otherwise: http://www.amazon.com/Northwest-Glass-TCA-5D-20-Ounce-Coffee/dp/B002CVTKTW/ref=pd_sim_k_17

Burr Grinder: http://www.amazon.com/Capresso-560-01-Infinity-Grinder-Black/dp/B0000AR7SY/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1314164311&sr=8-6

Step 2 - Go to Whole Foods. Go to their coffee section. Look for a medium roast, with single-origin beans (beans from a single plantation). Avoid blends. South-American single-origin medium roast is probably best. Pick a roast date that is yesterday or the day before.

If you don't have a way to filter water at home, find a way. It also helps to have a way to heat water.


Step 3 - Go home. It is probably best to do this now.

Clean your coffee siphon gently but thoroughly. You don't have to clean the cloth filter.

Place the beans in the grinder. Turn the grinder setting to fine, but not extra fine. Enough so that once ground you will get about 2 Tbsp. per 6 oz of coffee. YMMV.

Assemble the coffee siphon - place the cloth filter on the metal disc and secure with knots. Insert the filter assembly into the top chamber. Do not put the two chambers together yet.

If your filtered water isn't already really hot, make it really hot. Bring it to a boil, take it off the heat, and let it sit for 10-15 seconds. Or, just use an electric kettle.

Pour the water into the bottom pot. Insert the assembled top chamber into the pot and secure the seal. Place the pot on stove or burner as appropriate. Apply medium heat.

As the water percolates up the siphon, grind your coffee beans.

Once the water starts bubbling in the top chamber, toss in your grind.

At this point - your nose will tell you best when the coffee is done. It is usually about 1:20 to 1:40 minutes. You want the winey, grassy smell to disappear, and the grinds in the top chamber to look deep brown. However, if you smell even the slightest hint of burnt coffee, or if the grinds start to appear purple - you have failed. Hang your head in shame and try another time.

Remove the heat source (turn off stove/burner).

Let the coffee completely siphon into the pot. You will get some turbulence. Let it settle.

Delicately remove the top chamber.

Pour. Sip, slowly.


Step 4 - Thank me.

You can make pretty decent coffee with the cheapest grinder and a drip machine. The drip machines with a top that opens to allow access to the grinds during the brew will allow you to stir with a chopstick to improve extraction efficiency. The next least expensive way to improve the quality of your coffee would probably be an aeropress and a cheap grinder. The aeropress is pretty forgiving and works fine with a blade grinder.

If you want to seriously step up your game, get a good burr grinder and a siphon. This is seriously high maintenance, but not that expensive. My grinder is on the nicer side because I do espresso too, but I'm pretty sure you should be able to get a grinder that would be ok for siphons in the $120 range. You are looking for consistency. Fine adjustment and other features are not that important. The siphon is $35. The 40oz is a bit of a trade off in quality of brew, so if you really want to push the envelope on quality, get one of the smaller siphons. You will also want a kitchen scale and thermometer to brew with a siphon.

I never understood why bodum's were so expensive compared to anony-brands... they shatter just the same.

Bodum does have a model without a frame, so you dont have to remove anything while cleaning. This may prevent injuries in the future.

Then again, perhaps it's time for a different brew method altogether?