CAFEC Abaca Filters

• Sustainable Abaca fiber

  Made with Abaca (Manila hemp), a non-wood, “tree-friendly” fiber that’s naturally strong and highly permeable. Abaca fibers are significantly stronger and thinner than normal wood pulp, which contributes to both durability and clean flow.

• Two-side crepe texture

  Cafec’s original papermaking process creates a crepe pattern on both sides of the paper (most filter papers only have it on one side). This helps maintain air channels between the filter and the dripper, supporting smooth, even flow and helping reduce clogging.

• Clarity and body

  The crepe structure helps hold back micro-fines and sediment, reducing muddiness and emphasizing definition in the cup—without stripping away all texture. We find they give us clear flavors, well-defined acidity and good body.

• Competition-proven

  Abaca filter paper is approved for use in the Japan Hand-Drip Championship (JHDC) and is used by competitors specifically for its ability to bring out clean, high-quality acidity and clarity.

• Consistent and forgiving

  In our testing, Abaca filters are extremely consistent from brew to brew. They handle both classic “recipe” brewing and more experimental pouring styles without becoming fussy or unpredictable.

• Made in Japan

  Manufactured under tight quality control; only filters that pass inspection are packed and shipped.

• Compatibility

  Universal cone shape designed for most 2-4 cup (02 style) cone drippers.

If you like a modern, high-clarity cup but don’t want to sacrifice sweetness or body, these are a great option.

Our guide covers 15 g and 12.5 g pour-overs, filter and dripper selection, and water recipes using Lotus mineral drops.