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If Lorelai and Rory Gilmore were real, I think they would give these things five stars. Amy Sherman-Palladino, please confirm.
The set comes with the chamber, plunger, seal, filter cap, funnel, filter holder, scoop, and stirrer. Here's a super informative video on how to use the Aeropress made by the coffee gods at Stumptown.
Promising review: "Former barista here. I know I'm not supposed to say this because it may put me out as being an authentic coffee lover, but I've never truly loved the French press. The coffee taste is amazing, however, the silt in it doesn't do it for me. Aeropress gives you the option to have all the flavor of the French press, without the chalky silt. The Aeropress does right by the coffee. Using the ultra fine mesh metal filter, you can get ultra fresh coffee with silky sweet crema, I kid you not! I've found that the Aeropress cups I'm getting are less bitter and more well-rounded. The Aeropress makes it fun to make coffee again. It makes it fun, but also it's not so time-consuming that you'll have to carve out time for the learning curve. If you can stir and push, you can make a darn good cup of coffee!" —carpenter
Price: $29.95
The cold brew maker is BPA-free, has a non-slip handle, fits in most fridge doors, and produces four servings of the good stuff. The coffee stays good for up to two weeks.
Promising review: "This is amazing! I bought this for a gift for my husband who drinks iced coffee all year long. He says it makes such a smooth-tasting and strong iced coffee. He gets two drinks out of each batch that he makes. It's easy to clean and can go in the dishwasher. It's durable — I know as I'm clumsy and have dropped it several times without an issue. We are considering getting a second one!" —rnnichole
Price: $24.69+ (available in two sizes)
For a glowing review of this baby, check out "If You Drink Iced Coffee Year Round, You Need This Under-$20 Cold Brew Maker".
Promising review: "I grew up in San Francisco and lived in Seattle for a long time. In other words, I like good coffee! I know that there are coffee purists who will pooh pooh anything but a burr grinder, but frankly I can't tell the difference between a burr grinder and this one. I'm super happy with it. It looks nice, but more importantly it does an excellent job of grinding coffee, and doesn't spill everywhere when you dump out the grounds, which some other models do every single time. I've had mine a year, and it seems to be going strong. I'm buying another one for our other house." —A. Wheeler
Price: $21 (originally $49.99)
Pop a filter into the brewer and pour in hot water. The coffee will drip into the vessel of your choice and voilà! Coffee! Size one brews up to two cups, size two up to four, and size three up to six. This dripper also comes with a scoop.
Promising review: "This thing has been a straight up life-changer. That sounds dramatic, but hear me out. This brewing method allows for the MOST precise taste. I'm now able to taste the different flavor profiles and hints of this and that; I had questioned if people could REALLY taste those things or if they were just making it up to sound cool. Nope. They were drinking pour-over coffee with the V60. My husband and I use this bad boy every single day and I can't imagine life without it. Coffee has become this incredible art to us now and I think we owe it all to this little ceramic device. It does take a few extra minutes to get the job done, but it's a labor of love and I've never felt burdened by it. If you're looking to make cheap coffee quickly, you're in the wrong spot. But if you're looking to journey down a road of incredible coffee, this is your jam. It makes strong coffee and one cup will do ya!" —Amy
Price: $7.50+ (available in plastic, metal, glass, and ceramic, as well as three sizes and nine colors)
The pack comes with original, hazelnut, and French vanilla flavors. Nutpods are free of carrageenan, dairy, soy, and added sugar, and are certified vegan, kosher, gluten-free, Whole30 compliant, and non-GMO.
Promising review: "I was dismayed when my doctor insisted that I go sugar- and dairy-free as I love coffee but cannot drink it without creamer. I searched and searched for a dairy-free alternative but only found the soy, almond and coconut milk options. YUCK! By chance I came across Nutpods and decided to give it a try. I love this product! It is the creamy texture I want and the flavor I crave. Definite home run, and I vow to never run out." —A. Anson
Price: $13.25 for a pack of three
Promising review: "So happy with my espresso pot purchase. Excellent and simple. It makes the best coffee ever. It's streamlined, sleek, and attractive sitting next the stove without cluttering up counter space with some electronic digital nightmare to deal with. It's a breeze to clean — no disposable filters either. Everyone who drinks coffee needs this." —melanie m. pool
Price: $12.65+ (available in five sizes and three colors)
The coffee maker also has a grab-a-cup feature that stops the flow of brewing coffee so you can fill up before the entire pot is done. The future is now!
Promising review: "Anyone can use this. Befuddled uncle? Yes. Old guy in your office? Yes. Mom who hates programming 'the computer?' Yes. Hip young dad? Yes. Environmentalist that hates wasteful single-serve cups? Yes. Me? Surprisingly, yes." —Garrett Grey
Price: $25.75
The frother requires AA batteries and comes with a cute stand.
Promising review: "The PowerLix has revolutionized my coffee routine and allows me to make lattes like Starbucks at home. I have used it exclusively with plant-based milks (coconut, almond, etc.) and it perfectly froths non-dairy milks. I can't tell you how much money I have saved not having to go to the coffee shop every time I want to have a delicious latte. The only other option for at-home milk frothing would have involved spending a grand on a fancy espresso machine with a steam wand, but I think the PowerLix works even better at making beautiful, delicate foam that holds up for the whole cup of coffee. I love that there's still foam even in the last sip. I couldn't go back to just coffee and cream after having tried a perfect lattes made by the PowerLix." —Lindsey Catherine
Price: $14.99 (available in two colors)
Fold a Chemex filter and place it into the Chemex. Pour in some hot water to pre-wet the filter and affix it to the glass, then pour *out* the excess water (stick with me). Dump the ground coffee of your choice into the filter. Pour hot water over the grounds, making sure to fully saturate all sections. Your coffee will drip, drip, drip into the bottom chamber — ready to be savored!
Promising review: "I wish I had learned about Chemex years ago. After a week of coffee made with it, I'll never go back. It's so delicious! I use less sugar, and drink every drop. Try folding a couple of weeks worth of filters in advance; they are easy to fold and then they are ready. I use a hand cranked burr grinder and a kettle with a long spout, both of which are worth having anyway, but combined with the Chemex, I can make a perfect cup every time." —YashasMom
Price: $36.95+ (available in four sizes)
Death Wish coffee is fair-trade and organic.
Promising review: "Ok folks, words of warning, ration out your coffee. If you drink a 24 oz. Starbucks, you need an 8 oz. of this as your FIRST cup. I'm serious here, heed my warning or you could end up cleaning your entire house, doing all your yard work, making love to your partner, waxing your car, building a garage, or single-handedly raising the Titanic on your own, all in the first hour after drinking this wonderful coffee. You have been warned." —ItsTheXFactor
Price: $18.99
Learn more about Death Wish coffee in "This Super Caffeinated Coffee Is About To Make Your Sluggish Mornings So Much Better".
This is the kettle my partner and I have, and we love it!
Promising review: "I love this little kettle! The quality speaks for itself. Its design and size is just perfect! Having the thermometer is the icing on the cake for anyone who is serious about their coffee. It boils on a pinch! Its high-grade stainless steel makes it feel more than what it's worth. I'd highly recommend it to a friend!" —jimmy martinez
Price: $41.99+ (available in two sizes)
I couldn't find the exact mug pictured above, but I did find this excellent corgi mug if that's what you have heart eyes for.
Promising review: "This device is a must for me. The temperature for the last few days has been about 16 degrees where I am, and there's nothing better than warming up with a hot cup of coffee or tea in the afternoon. Normally, the coffee cools down to room temperature within a few minutes, but with the Mr. Coffee Mug warmer, my coffee stays around 118 degrees for hours (I did testing with an IR thermometer). I was pleasantly surprised considering how cheap this was. Make sure to put the mug on the warmer as soon as your drink is made to maintain the temperature and you'll be set." —Tess Stickles
Price: $10.99
The espresso maker is compact and easy to travel with. It has a built-in cup and scoop and is hand-operated, so you don't need electricity to use it!
Promising review: "Bought this for the husband when he goes on fishing trips in Costa Rica and Panama. We have an espresso addiction, so I thought he would love it. We recently went to Ireland and brought this with us, along with a can of our favorite espresso. It worked fabulously and saved us when we stayed in places that weren't near a cafe. It's so easy to use and to clean. Very clever invention!" —For the love of type
Price: $47.02
The container is dishwasher-safe and BPA-free.
Promising review: "So much better than constantly rolling and unrolling the bags of beans and ground coffee I bring home from the store. The airtight seal is solid, and quality is even better than expected. I like the tint, but I still store it away from direct light. If you grind your own beans or store fresh-ground coffee, this container is worth full price." —N. Christensen
Price: $19.99+ (available in three sizes)
Promising review: "My coffee tastes so much better with this filter. It is true that with a filter that's not made of paper the coffee is not as bitter. When I used paper filters my coffee tasted like wet cigarette butts, but after using this filter I can taste the real flavor in the coffee, and it is smooth and delicious. Plus, I am keeping paper filters out of the landfills, and saving money not buying filters anymore." —Slumberingdragon
Price: $5.99
The travel mug uses a full immersion steep and pressurized plunger (similar to an aeropress) to make a delicious cup of coffee right in your hand.
Promising review: "This travel mug does everything it claims to. The design of the fine mesh screen and the one way valve is genius and ensures no sediment in your coffee. It keeps your drink warm plenty long enough to finish it and is easy to take apart and clean. Five stars all the way." —David
Price: $29.99
The K-Elite has a choice of five brew sizes, an iced coffee feature, and a strong coffee feature.
Promising review: "I'm so happy with this coffee maker — it's a dream. No more coffee down the drain because I made to much for one person. I can set my temperature up for hotter coffee and because of its compact design, it will open under my counter without pulling it out. It also holds close to 72 ounces of water so you don't have to fill it up as much. I'm happy I waited to get one because I love the new K-Elite." —Marshall smith
Price: $141.85+ for the maker (available in six finishes) and $8.85 for a set of four reusable pods
These beans are sourced from Colombia, Sumatra, and Guatemala.
Promising review: "I am a coffee freak and always looking for the perfect cup of coffee. This dark roast delivered beyond my expectations. This was an absolutely excellent cup of coffee, one of the best I have ever had in fact, and that is saying something. I am always in search of a 'better cup' and this is it. You won't be sorry if you try it. And it was roasted the day before it arrived at my house!!!" —Maria V.
Price: $18.99+ (available in four sizes)
The Cafe Barista has a water and milk reservoir for espresso-making, plus it froths milk for you based on your drink selection.
Promising review: "I went to Italy for work, and they take espresso seriously, so when I came back to the states I wanted a machine that could make me a cappuccino automatically, and make decent, passable espresso. I can't see a con with this machine. The espresso is good, the milk is thick and frothed well, and it has a water reservoir so you don't have to fill it every time. Although the espresso is better from a real cafe in Italy, this make stuff that is close. This isn't a $3,000 machine, it's a $200 machine that does everything you want it to. I use this thing one to three times a day, every single day, the water temp is consistently accurate at 176. If you want to press a button and get a cappuccino, get this machine. You won't be disappointed. This exceeded my expectations (which is really hard to do). Probably the best purchase I've made of 2018." —MadMike
Price: $161.72+ (available in three colors)
The coffee comes in individual packets that you mix into hot water. The organic instant coffee also contains lion's mane mushrooms to help support memory and concentration and chaga mushrooms to support the immune system. It has half the caffeine of traditional coffee, so say goodbye to those morning jitters!
Promising review: "I have no idea if there will legitimately be any real benefits to ingesting these 'super-'mushrooms in my coffee, but what I do know is this: They taste good, and they leave me less jittery than regular coffee. That could be just the result of drinking slightly less coffee in my coffee, but either way, it satisfies my craving for coffee and it tastes good." —Kate O'Neill
Price: $11.42+ for ten (available in two types).
Learn more in one BuzzFeeder's full review about this coffee.
Promising review: "My boyfriend is obsessed with The Office! I bought this for him, and was very impressed with the quality. The mug is a great size and looks exactly like the one in the show. He loved it, and it made me happy. Every The Office fan should have this!" —Nina
Price: $16.95+ (available in two sizes)
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