Yes, you can. A traditional kettle works for pour-over coffee. The advantages of using a gooseneck kettle are better flow control and accuracy with pouring boiling water. Gooseneck kettles are specifically designed to make pour-over coffee. The control and accuracy from a gooseneck kettle produces a more full extraction of flavors and aromas from coffee grounds. Traditional kettles are less accurate and often more difficult to control resulting in a less robust cup of coffee.