Weber BIRD - User Manual

1. POD PREP
Prepare the brew pod using the stainless filter (additional paper filter optional). Use the
Gizmo to carefully push the brew pod to boom of the glass.
Grind 20-35g fresh coffee and dose into brewer, adding preheated brewing water on top.
2. GRIND & DOSE
3. AGITATE & WAIT
Use the Gizmo to agitate the coffee and water evenly. Let steep for the desired amount
of time.
BIRD start guide
Do not prewet paper.
Optional: Paper Filter
When stirring is complete, the nut
should be at this position
Grasp the Wingnut, lift it slightly, then put it back when you
are ready to raise the pod.
Grind size may vary depending on recipe. We suggest starting around moka-pot
fineness (a bit finer than filter).
Water volumes from 250-400mL. We suggest 300 mL as a starting point.
Brew temp 80 °C - 100 °C depending on recipe. We suggest 87 °C as a starting point.
Steep 1-10min for heated brews. We suggest 5min as a starting point.
300 mL
Push down with Claw
Ready for step 4.

Summary

Pod Preparation

Prepare the Brew Pod

Prepare the brew pod using the stainless filter, optionally with a paper filter, and push it to the bottom of the glass.

Grind and Dose Coffee

Grind and Dose Instructions

Grind 20-35g of fresh coffee to a moka-pot fineness and dose into the brewer with preheated water.

Agitate and Wait for Steep

Agitation and Steeping

Agitate the coffee and water evenly using the Gizmo and let it steep for 1-10 minutes.

Vacuum Filter Process

Initiate Vacuum Filtration

Rotate the Wingnut to raise the Drive Shaft, creating a vacuum to separate grounds from coffee for a filtered cup.

Cleanup Procedure

Post-Brew Cleanup

Place the pod in the drip catcher, compost the puck after cooling, and rinse parts with warm soapy water.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

The Weber Workshops BIRD is a coffee brewing device designed for a precise and clean brewing experience, culminating in a perfectly filtered cup of coffee. It consists of several key components, including a glass vessel, a brew pod, and a "Gizmo" for operation, all working together to facilitate a vacuum filtering process.

Function Description:

The BIRD system operates through a multi-stage process: pod preparation, grinding and dosing, agitation and steeping, and finally, vacuum filtering.

1. Pod Preparation: The brewing process begins by preparing the brew pod. This involves inserting a stainless steel filter into the pod. An optional paper filter can also be used for additional filtration, though it's advised not to pre-wet it. The "Gizmo" is then used to carefully push the assembled brew pod to the bottom of the glass vessel, ensuring it is securely seated.

2. Grind & Dose: After the pod is in place, 20-35g of fresh coffee is ground and dosed into the brewer. The recommended grind size is around moka-pot fineness, which is slightly finer than a standard filter grind, though this can be adjusted based on the specific recipe. Preheated brewing water is then added on top of the coffee grounds. The suggested water volume ranges from 250-400mL, with 300mL recommended as a starting point. The brewing temperature can vary from 80°C to 100°C, with 87°C suggested for initial use.

3. Agitate & Wait: Once the water and coffee are combined, the "Gizmo" is used to agitate the coffee and water evenly. This ensures thorough saturation and extraction. The mixture is then allowed to steep for a desired amount of time. For heated brews, a steeping time of 1-10 minutes is recommended, with 5 minutes suggested as a starting point. During agitation, the nut on the Gizmo should be in a specific position. When ready to raise the pod, the Wingnut is grasped, lifted slightly, and then put back.

4. Vacuum Filter: This is the core of the BIRD's unique brewing method. After the steeping time is complete, the Wingnut is rotated clockwise. This action raises the Drive Shaft, which in turn pulls up the brew pod. As the pod is lifted, it creates a vacuum beneath it, effectively separating the coffee grounds from the brewed coffee. This vacuum filtration ensures a clean, sediment-free cup. The manual emphasizes a "slow pull finishing with a dry puck," noting that this process can take 60 seconds or more of slow, evenly paced twisting of the Wingnut for optimal results. Once the vacuum breaks, the Drive Shaft is grasped and pulled out.

Important Technical Specifications:

• Coffee Dose: 20-35g
• Water Volume: 250-400mL (300mL suggested start)
• Brew Temperature: 80°C - 100°C (87°C suggested start)
• Grind Size: Moka-pot fineness (finer than filter)
• Steep Time: 1-10 minutes for heated brews (5 minutes suggested start)
• Vacuum Filtration Time: 60 seconds or more for optimal dry puck

Usage Features:

• Precision Brewing: The BIRD is designed for precise control over grind, dose, temperature, and steep time, allowing users to fine-tune their coffee extraction.
• Vacuum Filtration: The unique vacuum filtering mechanism ensures a clean cup, free from sediment, by effectively separating grounds from the brewed coffee.
• Gizmo Tool: The multi-functional "Gizmo" is central to the operation, used for pushing the pod, agitating the coffee, and initiating the vacuum pull.
• Optional Paper Filter: Provides an option for additional filtration if desired.
• Modular Design: The device appears to have a modular design, allowing for easy assembly and disassembly of components.

Maintenance Features:

• Easy Cleanup: After brewing, the pod is placed into a drip catcher. Once cooled, the pod cap is removed, and the coffee puck can be composted. All parts are designed to be rinsed with warm soapy water for cleaning.
• No Dishwasher Use: A critical maintenance instruction is that the BIRD and any of its parts should NOT be placed in a dishwasher. This suggests that manual cleaning is required to preserve the integrity and functionality of the components.
• Component Breakdown: The manual provides a detailed diagram of all parts, including the Gizmo (Crown, Wingnut, Cap, Cap Gasket, Drive Shaft, Claw), the POD (Handle Band, POD Gasket, Gasket Retainer, POD Body, Stainless Filter, POD Base), and the Glass vessel (Logo Cap, Handle, Glass pot, Bumper, Paper Filter Dock, Beak, Drip Catcher). This detailed breakdown aids in understanding the device's construction and facilitates proper cleaning and reassembly.

Weber BIRD Specifications