# V60

/viːˈsɪksti/ (US) · /viːˈsɪksti/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/v60
Updated: 2026-09-20

## Definition

a cone-shaped tool used for making filter coffee by hand, named for its sixty-degree angle and produced by the Japanese company Hario

For teachers: a manual pour-over coffee brewing device characterized by a conical shape with a 60-degree angle and internal spiral ribs to facilitate airflow.

## Examples

- I use a V60 to make my morning coffee every day.
- The barista recommended the V60 for this specific Ethiopian bean to highlight its bright acidity.
- To achieve a balanced extraction with the V60, one must maintain precise control over water temperature and the agitation of the coffee bed.

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