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Why do we wet paper filters? (lemm.ee)
submitted 1 year ago by nuez_jr@lemm.ee to c/coffee@lemmy.world
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I've seen the pourover advice given and referenced unquestioningly: always pre-wet your paper filter. But why? What is the benefit of doing this step?

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[โ€“] fritobugger2017@lemmy.world 5 points 1 year ago

Help the paper stick to the dripper body, remove manufacturing dust, and reduce/remove possible paper taste. Using hot water also helps pre-heat the dripper reducing heat loss during the brewing process.