Chemex ChemAer CM-AER8 Glass Handle Coffeemaker 8 Cup
- Manual pour over brewer for hot coffee
- Borosilicate glass construction
- Reusable filter listed as the filter type
- Dishwasher safe per the listing
- 6.25 x 6.25 x 9.5 inches (D x W x H)
- 1.5 pound item weight
- Capacity listed as 2.5 pounds, no cup volume in specs
Updated 26 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A glass pour over brewer for someone who wants to control the pour by hand and put the carafe in the dishwasher. Capacity is given only by weight, so the brew volume is unclear from the specs.
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ASIN: B0C1HK51P7Category: Pour Over Coffee Makers
Overview
A kitchen counter with a kettle nearby is where the ChemAer works: hot water goes over the grounds by hand and the coffee drips into a borosilicate glass carafe. Nothing about the brewing is automated, and the listing names a reusable filter as the filter type.
Hand control over the pour, plus a glass body that goes in the dishwasher, are why to choose the ChemAer. Its listed capacity is a weight rather than a cup count, and the only included item named is the carafe, so check what filter arrives.
Who it's for
Home brewers who like to set the pace of the pour get a manual glass vessel that cleans up in the dishwasher. Households that want a programmable carafe waiting in the morning should look at an automatic drip machine.
Pros and cons
- Borosilicate glass construction
- Dishwasher safe for easy cleanup
- Manual brewing gives full pour control
- Reusable filter type listed
- Capacity given in pounds, not cups
- Glass can break if dropped
- Hot water must come from a kettle
- Filter in the box not confirmed
Performance notes
Flavor depends on grind size, water temperature and how evenly the water is poured over the bed of grounds, all of which the user controls by hand. The filter type affects how much oil and fine sediment reaches the cup, and the listing names a reusable filter.
Specifications
| Brand | Chemex |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 1.5 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 6.2 × 6.2 × 9.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 2.5 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Borosilicate Glass |
| Color | Clear |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Carafe |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Other details | |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Coffee Maker Type | Pour Over |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Style | Modern |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Dishwasher Safe |
| Specific Uses For Product | Hot Coffee |
| Item Type Name | Pour-Over Coffee Maker |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Chemex ChemAer an electric coffee maker?
No. The listing gives the operation mode as manual and the type as pour over, so you heat water separately and pour it by hand.
How much coffee does the Chemex ChemAer CM-AER8 make?
The specs list capacity as 2.5 pounds and give no cup or volume figure. Check the packaging for a brew volume before buying.
Does the ChemAer come with a filter?
The included components list only the carafe. Filter type is listed as reusable, but the listing does not confirm that one ships in the box.
Can the Chemex ChemAer go in the dishwasher?
Yes, dishwasher safe is listed as a special feature.