Choosing The Right Brewing Equipment

There is wide variety of coffee brewers. Deciding which one best meets your needs is mostly a matter of a personal preference.

 
COFFEE PRESS

We recommend the coffee press method to brew coffee. Popular among lovers of fine coffees, it is a modern variation on the traditional open-poy style. Hot water is simply poured over coarse-ground coffee and allowed to step for four minutes. A stainless steel mesh filter is then pushed down to the bottom, neatly separating coffee from the grounds. The brew is rich and thick and considerably more flavorful than drip coffee, since paper filters remove subtle flavors and add a taste of their own.

DRIP COFFEEMAKERS

Drip coffeemakers, whether manual pour-overs or sleek, automatic electric models, continue to be among the most popular and convenient brewers. Permanent metal mesh and synthetic filters are increasingly available for these units, makin a noticeably richer cup possible.

ESPRESSO BREWING METHOD

The espresso brewing method, which uses pressure rather than gravity to brew, is becoming increasingly popular. These brewers require more skill than drip brewers, but the results, whether in the form of a concentrated espresso or a rich, foamy cappuccino, make the effort more than worthwhile.

 Other excellent brewing methods include traditional Italian stove-top coffeemakers, vacuum brewers and cold-water extractors.