Anyone who sees the Carlsbad pot (also called the Bayreuth pot) for the first time might almost mistake it for a designer object. And in a way, that's exactly what it is – made entirely of porcelain, with no frills, no paper filters, no plastic. What remains is the pure coffee preparation. And you can feel it. In the taste, in the mouthfeel, in the entire ceremony.

What is the Carlsbad Jug?

The Karlovy Vary pot is a filter pot that originally came from Bohemia and is now seeing the light of day from grandma's old cellar. What makes it special is that it does not require any paper filters. Instead, a porcelain sieve provides the filtration – meaning no foreign matter, no inherent taste, and no filters that retain oils. And you can feel it in the cup: The coffee is clear in color but rich in flavor – silky and with a full texture.

Preparation is everything

Porcelain may look elegant, but it has one peculiarity: It doesn't retain heat. Therefore, thoroughly preheating the entire pot is essential – even the filter insert and lid should be rinsed with hot water to prevent the coffee from cooling down too quickly. A small but crucial tip.

For the Karlsbader Kanne, we use 25 g of coarsely ground coffee to 350 g of water at approximately 90-95°C. The coarse grind is important because the brewing method is more like an immersion process, and the filter doesn't retain very fine particles. Too fine, and you'll end up with sediment in your cup.

How to prepare

1. Preheat the pot completely with hot water – really completely.

2. Pour coffee into the porcelain filter and place it on the scales.

3. Start the timer , then pour in 100g of water so the coffee is evenly coated. Blooming – this method requires a little longer, as more coffee is used.

4. Attach a water distributor – this helps to distribute the water evenly.

5. After 30 seconds, pour in the remaining 250 g of water – preferably in a steady, even stream. You can also swirl it in small circles to keep the coffee bed flat.

6. Total brewing time: approx. 4.5 minutes.

The result is delicious: Although no paper filter is used, the coffee is clear but full of flavor. You can taste the oils that often get trapped in the filter. The result is a rich, balanced coffee with a silky texture and subtle floral nuances.

Who is the Carlsbad jug for?

For those who don't just drink coffee, but want to experience it. For those who invest time in its preparation and care about sustainability – because the Karlsbader Kanne does not require any disposable materials. A kettle is all it takes.

The only minor drawback is that it's more suitable for larger quantities. If you only want a small cup, this method won't be ideal – it's particularly effective at 350–700 ml.

We wish you good slurping!