There's a reason the V60 has become the most widely used manual dripper in specialty coffee. Since Hario released it in 2005, it has set the standard for pour-over brewing, and the glass version remains one of the most satisfying ways to make a cup. Crafted from Hario's proprietary heatproof borosilicate glass, which the company has been manufacturing in Japan since the 1940s, it is both beautiful to look at and genuinely built to last. The transparency of the glass lets you observe every stage of the brew: the bloom, the pour, and the extraction as it happens, making it as much a learning tool as a piece of everyday kit.
The V60's design is deceptively purposeful. The 60-degree cone angle creates a deep coffee bed that promotes even, thorough extraction. The spiral ribs running up the interior walls hold the filter slightly away from the glass, allowing air to escape freely and water to flow without restriction. That single large opening at the base is where the V60 gives you real control: pour quickly for a lighter, more delicate cup, or slow your pour right down for something with more body and intensity. It's a brewer that responds directly to your technique, which is exactly what makes it so compelling once you get to know it. For everything you need on grind size, water temperature, and pour technique, our V60 brew guide covers it all.
Available in two sizes, the 01 is a compact single-cup brewer while the 02 handles up to four cups, making it the more versatile option for most home brewers. Both sit on a polypropylene base that fits comfortably over a standard mug or server. The glass cone is dishwasher safe, and the whole dripper is easy to rinse and clean between brews. Compatible with Hario V60 paper filters in the corresponding size, sold separately.
- Brand: Hario (Japan)
- Brewing method: Pour-over
- Material: Heatproof borosilicate glass (HARIO Glass®) with polypropylene base
- Cone angle: 60 degrees
- Design features: Spiral interior ribs, single large drain opening
- Country of manufacture: Japan
- Dishwasher safe: Yes (glass cone only)
- Filters required: Hario V60 paper filters (sold separately)
- Includes: Measuring scoop
- Size 01 (1 cup)
- Product code: VDGR-01-B
- Capacity: 1-2 cups
- Dimensions: W138 x D97 x H77mm
- Cone diameter: 97mm
- Weight (inc. packaging): approx. 200g
- Compatible filters: Hario V60 size 01
- Size 02 (2 cup)
- Product code: VDGR-02-B
- Capacity: 1-4 cups
- Dimensions: W138 x D115 x H95mm
- Cone diameter: 115mm
- Weight (inc. packaging): approx. 300g
- Compatible filters: Hario V60 size 02
What is the difference between the V60 size 01 and size 02? The size 01 is a smaller, single-cup dripper with a capacity of 1-2 cups, well suited to solo brewing or smaller servings. The size 02 brews 1-4 cups and is the more popular option for most home brewers, offering more flexibility whether you're making one generous mug or brewing for two. If in doubt, the 02 is the one most people reach for.
What filters does the Hario V60 Glass Dripper use? It uses Hario V60 paper filters in the corresponding size: 01 filters for the size 01 dripper, and 02 filters for the size 02. These are available from Ozone and are sold separately. We always recommend rinsing your filter with hot water before brewing to remove any residual paper taste and pre-warm the dripper.
How does the V60 compare to other pour-over brewers like the Chemex? Both produce clean, filter coffee, but with some differences in character. The V60 gives you more direct control over flow rate and extraction through your pour technique, and tends to produce a slightly lighter, more delicate cup. The Chemex uses a thicker proprietary filter that strips more oils from the coffee, producing an even cleaner, brighter result but with less flexibility in brewing variables. Neither is better; it comes down to preference and brewing style.
What grind size should I use with the V60? A medium-fine grind is the standard starting point, roughly finer than filter but coarser than espresso. Total brew time for a single cup should be around 2.5 to 3.5 minutes as a general guide. Grind finer if your brew runs too fast and tastes thin; coarser if it's slow and tastes bitter. Our V60 brew guide walks through this in detail.
Do I need a gooseneck kettle to use the V60? Strictly speaking, no, but it makes a significant difference. A gooseneck kettle gives you precise control over your pour rate and direction, which is particularly important with the V60 given how directly your pouring technique affects the extraction. It's one of the most worthwhile additions to a pour-over setup.
Is the Hario V60 Glass Dripper dishwasher safe? The glass cone is dishwasher safe. The polypropylene base can also be washed easily by hand or in the dishwasher. The dripper is straightforward to clean and doesn't retain flavours or oils between brews.
What servers or mugs is the V60 compatible with? The V60 Glass Dripper sits on a polypropylene base designed to fit over most standard mugs and servers. Hario produce a range of compatible glass servers if you'd prefer to brew into a dedicated vessel, which is particularly useful when brewing larger batches with the size 02.
Why does the V60 have spiral ribs on the inside? The spiral ribs are a key part of the V60's design. They hold the paper filter slightly away from the glass wall, allowing air to escape freely during brewing. Without this gap, the filter can seal against the dripper and restrict flow, leading to uneven extraction. The ribs ensure water passes through the coffee grounds evenly and drains freely through the single opening at the base.
Can I use the V60 to brew tea? Yes. The V60 works well for brewing loose-leaf tea, particularly lighter styles like green or white tea where a clean, clear result is desirable. Use a fresh filter, add your leaves, and pour at a lower temperature than you would for coffee.
Where is the Hario V60 Glass Dripper made? The glass cone is manufactured in Japan, where Hario has been producing heatproof glass since the 1940s. The polypropylene base is also made in Japan.
The Story Behind Hario
Hario was founded in Tokyo in 1921, originally as a manufacturer of heatproof glass for scientific and industrial use. The name itself tells you everything: in Japanese, Hario means "King of Glass," and glass has been at the heart of everything the company has made ever since. After years of research, Hario developed its own proprietary heatproof borosilicate glass, produced using 100% natural materials in a pollution-free factory powered by electricity rather than oil. That commitment to clean, responsible manufacturing has been part of the company's identity from the very beginning.
Coffee came into the picture in the late 1940s, when Hario launched its first syphon brewer, applying the same laboratory-grade glass to the ritual of brewing. Decades of innovation followed, but it was the release of the V60 dripper in 2005 that changed everything. The conical design, with its distinctive 60-degree angle, spiral ribs, and single large opening, quickly became the most widely used manual dripper in specialty coffee worldwide, adopted by baristas and home brewers alike for the precision and clarity it brings to the cup.
Today, Hario's catalogue spans drippers, kettles, grinders, scales, servers, and more, all made to the same exacting standards the company established over a century ago. Everything is designed and manufactured in Japan, and the glass remains as good as it has ever been.