Contra is a word with many connotations. One may think of vintage video games or Nicarauguan counter-revolutionaries... or may even blend those two ideas together as did Vampire Weekend in their hit 2010 album. Regardless, the definition of Contra is "opposite" or "opposing". It refers to things that go against the grain, that stand on the other side of monotony.
Our new pourover stand, co-designed with D.G. Hickok Reclaimed Wood Works, stands contrary to normal designs. Its opposing (Contra) corner supports give easy access from both sides to the customer and barista. Not only this, but we worked with Escali and Drew to design the stand to be used specifically with the Escali Tabla Digital Scale. Rather than measuring only the finished product, the Tabla sits under the entire pourover station to ensure that water is measured from the moment it hits the fines.
A stainless steel drip tray and many other customizable options and discounted accessories combine to make the Contra a truly efficient, accurate, affordable, and elegant pourover station. So battle your way through the Red Falcon if you have to and get a Contra pourover stand.
