{"product_id":"drip-coffee-filter-bags-hanging-ear-50-pack","title":"Hanging Ear Drip Coffee Filter Bags - 50 Pack","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rb-tldr\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ridgebrew Hanging Ear Drip Filter Bags are food-grade, oxygen-bleached paper filters that hold up to 10g of ground coffee and brew directly into any mug up to 90mm wide — no dripper required. Backpackers and minimalist campers who want zero-cleanup pour-over coffee without carrying extra hardware will find these the lightest disposable option at 2g per filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 filters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoffee capacity per filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 10g ground coffee\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMug compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 90mm rim width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal pack weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100g (2g per filter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFood-grade, oxygen-bleached paper; double-fold crimped ear hooks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisposal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompostable; fire-pit or pack-out compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$9.99 (SKU: RB-DRIP-BAG-50)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy disposable ear-drip filters outperform reusable camp setups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReusable camp drippers add 60–120g of hardware to your pack and require wet grounds to be packed out or buried — both friction points on a multi-day route. These filters are self-contained: the paper holds the grounds, the crimped ears span the mug rim, and the whole unit goes into a fire pit or trash bag when you're done. Outdoor coffee consumption rose 27% from 2020 to 2024 (Outdoor Foundation Participation Report), which means more campers are demanding a real brew method, not instant powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oxygen-bleaching process removes chlorine compounds from the paper pulp, which eliminates the papery off-taste that unbleached filters can introduce. Each batch is hand-tested for seal integrity before shipping, so grounds stay in the filter rather than settling into your mug. The Specialty Coffee Association Brewing Standards recommend a 1:18 coffee-to-water ratio and a total brew time of 4–6 minutes — parameters these filters are sized to support with a standard 200ml pour at 195–205°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRidgebrew Drip Bags (50-pack)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKuju Pour Over Pocket (10-pack)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGSI Outdoors JavaDrip\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight per unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~3g (filter + pre-ground coffee included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~45g (reusable dripper, no filter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoffee included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — use your own grind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — pre-ground, single origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMug width compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 90mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to ~80mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFits most mugs via silicone collar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleanup required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone — disposable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone — disposable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — rinse dripper and filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCost per brew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$0.20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~$2.50 (coffee included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDripper ~$12 + separate filters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest use case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-day trips, custom grind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-day hikes, no grinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBasecamp with water access\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to brew\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrind your coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e to a medium-coarse consistency — roughly the texture of coarse sea salt. Add up to 10g per filter (a standard single-serve dose).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnfold the ear hooks\u003c\/strong\u003e and hang them over your mug rim. The double-fold crimp supports mugs up to 90mm wide; confirm the filter hangs centered before pouring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat water to 195–205°F\u003c\/strong\u003e (just off a rolling boil). Per Specialty Coffee Association Brewing Standards, this range extracts soluble compounds evenly without scorching the grounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom first\u003c\/strong\u003e: pour 20–30ml of water over the grounds and wait 30 seconds. This releases CO2 and improves extraction uniformity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePour the remaining water\u003c\/strong\u003e in slow, steady circles — target 200ml total over 3–4 minutes. Remove the filter, fold the ears inward to contain the grounds, and dispose in a fire pit or pack it out per Leave No Trace Center pack-out guidelines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; longevity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore unused filters in a dry location away from direct sunlight; moisture can weaken the paper seal and compromise the ear-hook crimp before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe paper is food-grade and free of chlorine residues due to the oxygen-bleaching process. No food-contact chemical standards equivalent to NSF\/ANSI 51 apply to single-use paper, but the material meets food-safe paper manufacturing requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUsed filters containing grounds are compostable in most municipal systems; confirm local guidelines before composting in the field. For backcountry use, pack out spent filters in a sealed bag or burn completely in an established fire pit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRidgebrew guarantees seal integrity on every filter in this pack. If any filter in your order arrives with a compromised seal or structural defect, contact Ridgebrew for a replacement — no return shipment required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eQ: Are these filters safe to use over an open campfire?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003eThe filters are not placed over a flame — they hang on the mug rim while you pour hot water through them. Water temperature up to 205°F is within the design range. Do not submerge the filter in boiling water or place it directly over a heat source.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n  \u003cdt\u003eQ: What mug sizes are compatible?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003eThe ear hooks span rims up to 90mm wide. Most standard 12–16oz camp mugs, enamel cups, and wide-mouth tumblers fall within this range. Measure your mug's outer rim diameter before use if you are unsure.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n  \u003cdt\u003eQ: How much coffee should I use per filter?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003eEach filter holds up to 10g of ground coffee. For a 180–200ml brew, 10g aligns with the Specialty Coffee Association's recommended 1:18 ratio. Reduce to 8g for a lighter cup.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n  \u003cdt\u003eQ: How do these compare to Kuju Pour Over Pocket bags?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003eKuju bags come pre-filled with ground coffee at roughly $2.50 per brew — useful if you are not carrying a grinder. Ridgebrew filters cost $0.20 each and let you use any coffee you choose, which matters on trips longer than a day or two.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n  \u003cdt\u003eQ: Can I compost the used filters?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003eYes. The oxygen-bleached paper is compostable in most municipal systems. In the backcountry, follow Leave No Trace Center pack-out standards: seal spent filters in a waste bag or burn them completely in an established fire pit.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n  \u003cdt\u003eQ: What is included in the 50-pack?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003eThe pack contains 50 individual hanging ear drip filter bags. Coffee is not included. Total pack weight is 100g. No additional hardware, dripper, or stand is needed.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"rb-meta\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLast updated: 2026-05-12 · Tested by the Ridgebrew Field Team. 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