What is the History of Flannel? Why Do Japanese People Prefer Using Flannel Drip Brewers for Coffee Extraction?

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Introduction to Flannel Filter Cloth

FrontStreet Coffee briefly describes the origin of flannel filter cloth. Some say that coffee brewed with flannel filters showcases the ultimate flavor of coffee.

With just one sip, you can feel the rich aroma spreading from your tongue throughout your body, with coffee fragrance lingering in your throat, as your taste senses gradually awaken in this delightful chemical reaction.

History of Flannel

The flannel filter originated in Japan. Its brewing method requires continuous practice and patience to present the most pure and rich coffee flavor, which aligns perfectly with Japan's spirit of craftsmanship. Historical records about flannel filters are scarce, but it is widely believed to have appeared between the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

In the early 17th century, Dutch merchants introduced coffee to Japan. At that time, only one port was open for trade, so very few people knew about coffee's existence. It wasn't until 1888, when the first coffee shop (which sold both tea and coffee) opened in Tokyo, that the coffee industry began to flourish.

The coffee shop trend promoted the maturity of coffee technology. In pursuit of better extraction techniques, many coffee devices were developed. When the Japanese coffee equipment brand Hario began introducing glassware, the flannel filter brewing method became the most fashionable choice.

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