Any thoughts whether the size of a siphon is a factor in performance i.e. is a larger volume of water easier to control temp/brew compared to a small volume or vice versa?
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Re: Syphon - does size matter?
Personally I think size does matter- but is not the be all and end all. Any size syphon can get the job done.... but having said that I think the 3 cup is the perfect size (unless you really need more than 3 cups of course). I say that 3 cup is ideal because it has about the perfect draw back time. It also works fine for two cups. I have a 1 cup syphon (tiny!) and it is a little tricky to control the heat. I have a 10 cup syphon and you need to get the grind just right to get the correct drawback and brew times. I have 3 cups: they are easy- and you can use a wide variety of grinds.
I also spoke to a syphon Barista in Taiwan and he said after 15 years of making syphon coffee he recommended the 3 cup models as the ideal size. He then made the best syphon coffee I have ever tried... (with a 3 cup machine).
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