Coffee competition is in our DNA. The thermal stability, consistent bypass, and smaller ideal dose make UFO a compelling brewer for Brewer's Cup. We are honored to be the brewer of choice for WBrC runner-up, Wataru Iidaka of Saza Coffee in Japan. 

After winning JBrC, Wataru chose our brewer to compete in worlds, which took place in Chicago at SCA Expo. He was awarded second place out of a record 41 competing countries. 

                                                                            

 

Wataru's Coffee

Wataru chose three all-star producers for his coffees, all outstanding Panama Geshas. He skillfully blended three estates, producing a synergy of terroir via interacting farm characteristics: First, 6g of a natural Finca Nuguo from José Gallardo, representing the Renacimiento region. Then, 5g of a natural Janson from Kai Janson & family, representing Volcán. Finally, 4g of a honey from where it all began, Hacienda La Esmeralda, from the Peterson family in Boquete. This is truly an all-star lineup of Panama Gesha, and is representative of some of the most esteemed regions in Specialty Coffee. 

                                                                            

 

Wataru's UFO Recipe

Comandante C40 Mk 4 (~600µ)

UFO Dripper V1 (FDM-printed Tritan)

Sibarist Fast UFO filter papers (wide release coming soon)

15g coffee : 240g water (1:16 ratio)

Target TDS of 1.40% 

Additional Setup Notes: Paragon Stand setup, from top to bottom: UFO V1, Paragon Sphere (ice rock), inverted UFO V1 base with Melodrip added set inside Origami coffee server carafe. The second Melodrip aerates the coffee, improving mouthfeel and aromatic intensity. 

Timeline:

60 grams @ 0:00 circular, 92ºC, extract chilled with Paragon

80 grams @ 1:00 circular, 92ºC

100 grams @ 2:00 circular (over Melodrip Lift), 82ºC