Pour Over Coffee Dripper: This essential tool holds the coffee filter and sits directly on top of your mug or carafe. Coffee Filters: Paper filters or reusable ones help hold the coffee grounds in place. Freshly Ground Coffee Beans: Medium ground beans are best for pour over coffee. Kettle: A gooseneck kettle is ideal for pour over coffee because it gives you control over the speed and direction of your pour. Coffee Mug or Carafe: This is the container that collects your brewed coffee.