For specialty coffee enthusiasts, gooseneck kettles like the Hario V60 Buono are a must-have.
Most of thebest electric kettlesarent designed for specialty coffee use, but not the Hario V60 Buono.
Its got pour-over companion written all over it or at least, it thinks it does.
At $115, its not exactly thecheapestgooseneck kettle on the market.
Theres no precise temperature or temperature display, which are key features on specialized kettles.
But it does look the part, and the pouring feel is top-notch.
Ill discuss every aspect of the kettle in the Hario V60 Buono gooseneck kettle review.
Harios stovetop version of theBuono is $47 for 700ml, andBuono 1 liter is $52.
This is a mid-range gooseneck kettle: Fellows iconicStagg EKGgooseneck kettle is a whopping $165-$195.
Its a relief that the V60 Buono kettle lives up to its brands reputation, then.
The gooseneck spout is sturdy and made of thick metal to prevent warping.
Unfortunately, the V60 Buono doesnt really have any features.
Theres no live temperature gauge, unlike theNinja Precision Temperature, Fellow EKG Stagg, andFellow EKG Corvo.
It doesnt have a precise temperature setting, unlike the three aforementioned kettles.
And theres no hold temp setting a major flaw.
A temperature setting is the most imperative feature on a specialty coffee kettle.
To give the V60 Buono a thorough test, I used the kettle with multiple different brewing methods.
I used the kettle with tea, Kalita Wave, and Wacaco Cuppamoka.
Here are my results.
I heated 300ml of water, which took 2 minutes and 13 seconds.
The Hario Buonos pour wassosmooth and controlled, and I felt like the master of my coffee.
The pouring feel is definitely comparable to the Fellow EKG Stagg.
The gooseneck spout means you cant pour quickly, but this is obviously a feature, not a bug.
This kettle is designed for specialized use: coffee.
Boiling speed
The Hario V60 Buono isnt the fastest kettle Ive ever tested.
Im not overly impressed with the Buonos speed cheaper options are actually faster.
However, for a gooseneck, this speedisntslow enough to be considered snail-paced.
I measured at various time intervals instead.
However, I will note that it rattles metallically at high temperatures, like a constant clinking sound.
Temperature
The V60 Buono getshot.After boiling, I had to remove the lid with my sleeve.
The plastic knob wasnt hot, but my fingers brushed against the metal the first time.
I quickly learnt my lesson and didnt make that mistake again.
The cord can be stored under the base if you dont need the full 35-inch length.
Should you buy the Hario V60 Buono kettle?
If you want the best of the best, then no.
Its also a beauty, especially the walnut and maple colorways.
Just be warned that youll need to manually take the water temperature, lest your pour-over risk tasting burnt.
