Who actually needs one?
If your menu is espresso-only, a gooseneck is not priority one. With pour-over (V60, Kalita, Chemex), flow control changes extraction directly.
Manual vs temperature-controlled electric
Manual kettles are cheaper and lighter. Electric models with ±1° control lock brew temps between 88–96°C and reduce mistakes from newer baristas on the morning shift.
Capacity at the brew bar
0.6–1L covers several cups before a reboil in a light rush. Larger pots get heavy and harder to pour accurately.
Takeaway
Buy a gooseneck when pour-over is a real sales line — not shelf décor.
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