Silo Coffee Brewer
New French Brewer
We’re living in a golden age of brewers. If you think they’re all alike, think again. The new Silo drip maker is stunning looking. But looks alone don’t warrant a mention in The Coffee Companion. What sets this one apart is its filter. Another attribute is its double walled carafe. It keeps the coffee warm without a warming plate. I met Romain Gauthrot, designer, at Coffee Fest in Chicago this past June.
Designer Romain Gauthrot
I hope to get a sample to test, but all signs are good from my initial taste. As you may know, I’m not a big fan of permanent metal filters. But, this one seems to really work – that is separate the grounds from the brew. I could detect virtually no sediment in my samples. Apparently, Mr Gauthrot was able to make two separate screens work together to accomplish this.
This is one of those inventions that has much that has happened before. But the sum total of his efforts is so effective that it warrants a second look. People often presume a new drip brewer can’t taste different from ones that have come before. That’s just not correct. Details can make big flavor differences. Mr Gauthrot has promised a sample and I hope to be able to rigorously subject it to my kitchen in the future.
Meanwhile below is an interview I did with him right at his exhibit space at Coffee Fest.
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I like how artful brewers can be
Great article – thanks for sharing! What an interesting and unique design. I think it actually looks very modern and stylish. There are so many different coffee maker/ machine designs on the market – and it is ever-growing! Great to have so many options available for coffee lovers! It’s important finding the right machine/ method of making coffee along with the right beans to create the perfect cup of coffee.
Thank you for your comment, Jane. I agree. Which coffee maker is my first decision of each day. I attended a class at the latest CoffeeCon, where they brewed the same coffee using four different methods. Wow, what a difference!
Hi Kevin,
Great article!
What an improved and creative design. I think it actually looks very stylish and modern There are so many different coffee maker/ machine designs on the market – and it is ever-growing!
Great to have so many options available for coffee lovers like me! It’s important finding the right machine/ method of making coffee along with the right beans to create the perfect cup of coffee. <3
Thanks for sharing!
~ Angela
Thank you, Angela. My alerts keep getting turned off, hence my delayed response. My designer is quite talented. I’ll pass along the praise.
Warmly,
Kevin
Kevin! You did a great work!! We would never know about the behind designer of Gauthrot. However, French Press brewer is really renowned around the globe.
Thank you, Daren.
In addition to the great features you mention above, your readers might also find it interesting that the Best Single Cup Coffee Maker doesn’t take up a lot of counter space.
Thank you, Nasir. I keep hoping I’ll get one to test so I can include that in a formal review. But, I’m publishing your comment, so people will know regardless.
Warmly,
Kevin
Hi Kevin,
Great article! Keep posting…. thank you
Thank you, Bart S.
Hi Kevin! just curious, were you able to get one for testing? Really want to know the deal about this thingamajig. It also doubles as a great art piece too! Would love to know if you already reviewed it, thanks!
No, I have not. It really is a beauty. But, no sample forthcoming. My last request is still unanswered.