Hario
Hario RCR-50 Non-Electric Coffee Roaster
Explore the art of coffee roasting at home with the Hario RCR-50 Manual Coffee Roaster. This innovative device allows you to customize your beans by manually roasting them with a small rotating drum and an open flame. The alcohol lamp roasts your green coffee beans as you manually turn the drum, giving you complete control over the roast profile. Designed to work well with 50 grams of green coffee, the roasting drum is constructed from durable, heat-resistant glass and stainless steel, offering a unique and engaging way to achieve your perfect roast.
$266.00
Owner Satisfaction
3.8
/ 5
Category Rank
49
/ 52
#49 in Coffee Roasters
Price vs Category Average
-79%
Below average
Brand
Hario
/ Hario
Who it's for
- Unparalleled Roast Control
- Durable, Simple Design
- Engaging Sensory Experience
Who should skip it
- Steep Learning Curve
- Small Batch Capacity
- Requires Constant Attention
Key Specs
Brand
Hario
Model
RCR-50
Capacity
50g green coffee
Material
Heat-resistant glass and stainless steel
Roasting Method
Manual drum
Power Source
Alcohol lamp
Weight
4.2 lbs
Dimensions
10.4 x 5.5 x 7.7 inches
Features
- Manual coffee roasting machine for home use
- Allows customization of bean roast profiles
- Features a small rotating drum and an open flame for roasting
- Roasts green coffee beans as the drum is manually turned
- Drum capacity of 50 grams of green coffee
What customers say
Customers generally appreciate the Hario RCR 50 for its straightforward approach to home coffee roasting, offering a hands on experience. While it requires a learning curve to master the technique for an even roast, users value the control it provides over the roasting process. Many find it a rewarding entry point into fresh coffee, appreciating the ability to experiment with different beans and roast profiles. Its simple design and manual operation contribute to a sense of authenticity and direct engagement with the craft, making it a good value for those seeking a tactile roasting journey.
Know before you buy
Roasting time varies based on your desired roast profile and the heat intensity of the alcohol lamp, but you should generally expect the process to take between 10 to 20 minutes. Because you are manually turning the drum, you will need to stay attentive throughout the entire duration to ensure an even roast.
Yes, the Hario RCR-50 comes with the necessary alcohol lamp. Please note that you will need to purchase denatured alcohol or high-proof ethanol fuel separately, as it is not included due to shipping safety regulations.
The drum is specifically designed for a 50-gram capacity. Overfilling the drum will prevent the beans from tumbling correctly, which will lead to an uneven roast and potentially burnt coffee.
Since this is a manual roaster, you must rely on your senses. You will need to listen for the 'first crack' and 'second crack' of the beans and visually monitor their color through the heat-resistant glass to determine when they have reached your preferred roast level.
While it can be used indoors, roasting coffee produces smoke and chaff (the thin skin of the coffee bean). We recommend using it in a well-ventilated area, such as near an open window or under a kitchen hood, to manage the smoke and debris.
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