Caffeine addicts shouldn't hesitate to start their own coffee brewing operations at home — there's a glut of equipment out there to help you store, grind, roast and brew the perfect cup of joe. While it's great that new, high-tech coffee gear is easier to access, some of the best solutions are actually pretty old and low tech.
If you're used to keeping your grounds in tin cans, brewing out of a Mr. Coffee maker, or just want to up your coffee game, here are a few suggestions.
To make a good pour-over: A Chemex glass coffee maker
There's no other pour-over method that makes you feel like a scientist the way the Chemex does. A set of filters will run you $10-15 depending on what shape you want, and the cleanup is simple: just toss the paper filter with the grounds.
To make espresso: A moka pot
If you're a fan of espresso but want something more portable and affordable than a full machine, grab a moka pot. The pot is heat resistant enough to put over a gas stove, and it's a timeless design — Italians have been using it since the 1930s.
The pot makes a good, dense cup of espresso without expensive machinery. For instructions about how to use it, I recommend consulting the experts at Blue Bottle.
To brew a cup: A French press
French presses brew a deep cup of coffee with a bit of sediment at the bottom of every mug. They're traditionally made of glass, but this SterlingPro press is double-walled and made of stainless steel, so it'll keep liquids insulated for longer.
It can also double as a loose leaf tea brewer or even an iced coffee maker if you need one in a pinch.
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