The original pour over. Melitta Bentz founder and inventor. EST 1908. 36 oz. porcelain brewing cone and carafe. The Original Pour-Over. In 1908, Melitta Bentz, a German housewife, handcrafted superior coffee when she invented the world's first Pour-Over Coffeemaker. Her invention forever changed the way people brew their coffee. Over 100 years later, Melitta remains dedicated to the pursuit of the perfect cup of coffee. Uses 4 Melitta cone filters. Filter cone made from high quality. Porcelain carafe holds 36 oz of hot coffee. Includes: porcelain carafe and top, porcelain brewing cone, & sample pack of Melitta 4 filters.