Every detail is about extraction.
PCTG — low thermal conductivity keeps your brew temperature stable
PCTG absorbs very little heat from your brew water. Ceramic absorbs a lot — which is why every ceramic dripper guide tells you to pre-heat the dripper first. With PCTG, the water reaching your grounds stays closer to your target temperature without that extra step. More stable brew temperature means more consistent extraction — and more predictable TDS from session to session.
Concave rib texture — filter paper seated perfectly, every time
The deep concave faceted ribs press the wet filter paper flush against the dripper wall — no air gaps, no lifted edges, no channelling. When the filter seats the same way every brew, TDS and extraction yield stay consistent. Inconsistent filter seating is one of the most overlooked reasons pour-over results vary session to session.
Double ring base — inner paper guide, outer anti-skid grip
Two concentric rings on the underside solve two separate problems. The inner ring stops the filter paper base from collapsing and blocking the drainage hole. The outer ring grips the rim of your cup or sharing pot so the dripper stays put through the entire pour. No shifting, no paper collapse.
ABS teardrop stand — included, stable, works on any cup or server
The black ABS teardrop stand elevates the dripper at the right height over your cup or sharing pot. Cutout handles let you lift it safely when hot. Fits most standard cups and glass coffee servers.
Thermal conductivity is the real story.
Three materials, three different trade-offs. PCTG is the one that doesn't ask you to compromise.
Standard Plastic
Glass / Ceramic
PCTG Optical Grade
Four steps. One great cup.
A consistent pour-over starts with consistent technique. Use this as your baseline — adjust grind size and pour speed once you've brewed it twice and know what your palate wants.
01
Seat the filter
Place a cone filter paper, fold the seam, and press it into the dripper. Always pre-wet the filter with 93°C water — this removes paper taste, seats the paper flush into the concave ribs, and rinses loose fibres. Discard the rinse water before adding coffee.
02
Add coffee
Add 15–20g of medium-ground coffee from your Gik grinder. Level the bed. Uneven distribution causes uneven extraction — take a second to level the grounds before your first pour.
03
Bloom
Pour 2× coffee weight in 93°C water (30g for 15g dose), centre to outside. Wait 30–45 seconds for the bloom — CO₂ releases from fresh coffee and the bed swells. When bubbling slows, continue to the main pour.
04
Pour and watch
Continue pouring in slow concentric spirals, maintaining a consistent water level. Total brew time: 2:30–3:30 min. If it finishes too fast, grind finer. Too slow, grind coarser. Lift the dripper off the stand and enjoy.
PCTG optical grade. Concave ribs. Double ring base.
The material and design details that make every pour-over a lesson in extraction.
Answered.
What makes PCTG different from regular plastic?
PCTG is a food-grade, BPA-free plastic with high optical clarity — different from the standard PP or AS plastic used in most basic drippers. The confirmed properties from the supplier are: food-grade certified, BPA-free, boiling water safe, and high transparency.
Why does the rib design matter for extraction?
When filter paper doesn't sit flush against the dripper wall, water finds the path of least resistance — usually one or two gaps where the paper has lifted. This is called channelling and it causes uneven extraction: some grounds are over-extracted (bitter), others are under-extracted (flat or sour). The concave rib design on the Gik Crystal Dripper is intended to press the wet filter paper flush against the interior wall, reducing the air gaps that allow channelling to develop.
Does the material affect water temperature during brewing?
Yes — and this is where PCTG has a practical advantage over ceramic. Ceramic has relatively high thermal conductivity, meaning it absorbs heat from your brew water. A cold ceramic dripper can drop your water temperature by several degrees as you pour — which is why most pour-over guides recommend pre-heating ceramic drippers first.
Will this fit on my cup or sharing pot?
The ABS teardrop stand is designed to sit on most standard cups and glass coffee sharing pots. The outer anti-skid ring on the dripper base grips the rim of whatever it rests on during brewing. If you're brewing directly over a cup without the stand, the double ring base still provides a stable contact point.
What filter papers does it use?
Standard cone-style paper filters — the same format used by V60-style drippers. Both bleached (white) and unbleached (brown) work. Always pre-wet the filter before brewing: it removes any paper flavour, seats the filter into the concave ribs properly, and pre-heats the dripper so it doesn't pull heat from your first pour.
Is there Philippine after-sales support?
Yes — available on gikcoffeelab.com, and Shopee with full Philippine-based after-sales support. Contact us at gikcoffeelab@gmail.com.
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