The Art of the Unhurried Pour: Kalita MINO 185 Ceramic Dripper (Sand Brown)
Before the screens take over and the day’s chaos begins, five quiet minutes with a kettle and a handcrafted ceramic dripper is the ultimate analog antidote. Shaped by artisans in Japan’s historic Gifu Prefecture using traditional Mino-yaki pottery methods, the Kalita MINO 185 in Sand Brown feels less like a kitchen appliance and more like an heirloom piece of pottery.
Engineered around Kalita’s signature flat-bottom, three-hole Wave design, the MINO eliminates the guesswork of manual pour-over. Water draws down evenly through the coffee bed rather than rushing down the sides, unlocking smooth milk-chocolate and caramel notes in The Morning Tale or crisp, clean brightness in Mexico Single Origin with zero bitterness.
Key Features & Specifications:
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Authentic Mino-Yaki Craftsmanship: Hand-finished in Gifu Prefecture, Japan, featuring a rich, earthy Sand Brown satin glaze.
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Foolproof Wave Extraction: Flat-bottom, three-hole geometry works with 20-wave filters for even saturation and balanced sweetness.
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Thermal Stability: Heavy-duty glazed ceramic retains heat throughout extraction for repeatable, café-grade results.
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Capacity & Dimensions: Brews 2–4 cups (approx. 350–450ml) | 4" H × 5" W.
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Filter & Care: Compatible with Kalita Wave #185 filters (sold separately) | Dishwasher safe, Made in Japan.
