Finding Coffee Clarity: My Metal Filter Experiment

It Smells Better Than It Taste — a quiet coffee newsletter where I share what I'm learning about coffee, curiosity, and daily rituals, this channel is an extension of that space: https://www.itsmellsbetterthanittaste.com/ Everyday Beans is about finding joy in coffee: one cup at a time. I’m an engineer turned roaster, a self-proclaimed mad scientist behind the brewer, and someone endlessly curious about coffee — and life. I share my wins, misses, and discoveries so you can explore your own journey through coffee. check us out at: everydaybeans.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9qwpeQ_Vz_Kdf1Z3DycWxQ?sub_confirmation=1 Ever wondered why metal filters aren't more popular in coffee brewing? In this video, I share my surprising journey rediscovering metal filters after years of paper filter preference. I'm brewing an Ethiopian dark roast and examining whether we're missing something when we exclusively use paper filters. This isn't about which is objectively better—it's about understanding why we prefer what we prefer and being willing to challenge our own coffee habits. The real question: Are you choosing your brewing methods based on your own preferences, or are you letting others dictate your coffee experience? Join me as I explore the unexpected clarity I found using metal filters and why sometimes revisiting brewing methods can reveal something new about our coffee journey. What's your experience with metal filters? Do you prefer paper or metal, and why? I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below! If you enjoyed this honest exploration, please hit that like button and subscribe for more authentic coffee conversations. Share this with a coffee friend who might need to revisit their brewing assumptions! Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction to today's Ethiopian dark roast 0:47 - Why metal filters deserve another look 1:33 - My journey from French press to paper filters