I like to make my coffee one cup at a time, giving it my full attention, enjoying all the particulars. I don't like coffee that has been sitting on a burner, I like it freshly brewed. That said, sometimes I like it strong, sometimes I like it smoother, sometimes I like it with lots of caffeine, sometimes half-caff, and other times with none. It depends on my mood and the circumstances.
I prefer things that are simple, direct, and manual. I enjoy taking the time to focus on what I'm doing to give myself a small break and to tailor the results. Think of making omelettes, one at a time, and giving it your full attention. This coffee maker is wonderful for that sort of approach. Too strong? Use fewer grounds, shorter brew time, or cooler water. Too weak, user more grounds, longer brew time, hotter water. Mix decaff and regular beans in the proportion that suits you right now. The instructions are just a starting point.
I usually use boiling water, half a scoop of grounds or less, give it a slow stir, wait a while, press, then add hot water to bring it up to a medium-sized mug full, but I can change it up to suit making it as strong or weak as I like -- and if it isn't far enough in the direction I want to go, I can always switch to another coffee bean. I bought one set, and after a few tries got superb coffee, so I got a second set for the office. I use the paper filter for quick convenience at work because it is easier to clean, and a metal filter when I'm taking more time at home and want to preserve the oils. I love the fact that the parts feel really solid and sturdy - I hate flimsy tools. The funnel does seem a bit overly clunky, but no one says you have to use it. The bag is odd, because all the items don't fit easily in it, but nevertheless, add a Hario hand-crank grinder, a small water heater, and some quality beans and you have absolutely first rate coffee available in a travel kit. If I'm in a rush, this device can get the very best out of pre-ground coffee.
It won't do it for you, though; you need to take time and enjoy tinkering and tweaking the process. If you want large quantities, fast, automatic, or effortless coffee, then this is not for you. But if you enjoy taking time to make carefully crafted, artisinal, mindful, small batches then this is a wonderfully simple toolkit. Try it, seek out freshly roasted beans, a quality burr grinder, and then play with the different variations. More or less caffeine (you can always mix beans or grounds to hit the caffeine level you want), you can also mix different types of beans to make a custom blend, try coarser or finer grind, greater or lesser quantity of grounds, paper or metal filter, hotter or cooler water, shorter or longer brew time, different approaches to stirring, straight or diluted results. Oh, and don't forget to pre-heat the coffee cup, unless you find that not doing so absorbes just the right amout of heat - it would depend on the individual cup. This is not a coffee maker that does the job for you--don't expect to get it right the first time; you need to try different things, think about what you are doing and make adjustments. The payoff is that as you do that you acquire the ability to obtain very different results from the same beans--to suite different tastes, moods, circumstances, and needs, and also to vary your process to suite different beans. There is no one right way. You can take the mad scientist approach if you want, weighing and timing every step, or just stay aware of what you are doing and trust that your intuition will become finely honed. I prefer the second approach, but I'm not trying to make a commercial product that needs to be reproducable.
There are plenty of YouTubes on this device, and it seems there are barrista competitions using it. One trick I learned is to use the thing upsidedown. This solved the main complaint I had, which is that the water starts dripping through the filter immediately, when I am stirring the gounds. Remove the filter holder if it is on, put the plunger in, turn it upsidedown, add grounds and water, and you can stir and steep it for a long as you like, then put the filter on, put the mug over the top (upsidedown) and flip it all over so the mug is on the bottom and the plunger is ready to press down. Look at the YouTubes if you need clarification. I thought the idea was bizarre until I tried it, and then I realized that this is the best way to have control, and have been using it ever since.
This device distills the brewing process and gives great control for the coffee tinkerer. Nothing difficult here -- it is not rocket science, and it is lots of fun for those who enjoy variety.
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Product Description
Includes the AeroPress coffee maker, tote bag, funnel, scoop, stirrer, 350 paper micro-filters, and a filter holder.
Easily makes 10 oz (296ml) of regular coffee or 1-3 espresso style shots per pressing in about a minute.
Make yourself a delicious cold brew in just two minutes!
Perfect for espresso-style coffee! Prepare lattes, cappuccinos, and other espresso-style drinks.
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| Price | $34.99 | — no data | $49.45 | — no data | $14.95 |
| Patented Technology | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | no data | Patent pending |
| Brews American, espresso, and cold brew style coffee | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | N/A | no data |
| Brewing Capacity | 10 oz | 10 oz | 8 oz | no data | no data |
| AeroPress Dimensions | 4.6” x 3.6” x 3.6” | 4.6” x 3.6” x 3.6” | 5.4” x 4.2” x 3.8” | no data | no data |
| Optimized for work, travel and the outdoors | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | no data | no data |
| Made in the USA | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Filter holder capacity | no data | 350 | 20 | no data | no data |
| Weight | 8.0 oz | 8.0 oz | 11.5 oz | no data | no data |
| Tote Included | no data | ✓ | no data | no data | no data |
| Mug Included | no data | no data | ✓ | no data | no data |
Product information
| Brand | AeroPress |
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| Color | Gray |
| Product Dimensions | 4"D x 4"W x 9.5"H |
| Special Feature | Manual |
| Coffee Maker Type | French Press |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Style | Casual |
| Specific Uses For Product | Espresso |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Boating, Backpacking, Traveling, Camping |
| Exterior Finish | Matte |
| Included Components | Plunger, Chamber, Filter Cap, Tote Bag, 350 Filter Papers, Filter Holder, Funnel, Scoop, Stirrer |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Voltage | 110 Volts |
| Model Name | With Tote Bag |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00085276000824 |
| Coffee Input Type | Ground |
| Manufacturer | AeroPress |
| UPC | 750022267478 786377188205 778295001636 885257237627 755383814569 085276000824 732233431145 882495201670 719936524671 785934100513 787162460742 085276100821 633841722116 713976936500 642070625822 |
| ASIN | B0018RY8H0 |
| Item model number | AeroPress Original |
| Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #235,658 in Health & Household (See Top 100 in Health & Household) #797 in Disposable Coffee Filters #17,549 in Paper & Plastic Household Supplies |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | April 29, 2004 |
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| Sold By | — | AeroPress, Inc. | AeroPress, Inc. | Fellow Industries Inc. |
| capacity | 0.35 liters | 10 ounces | 10 ounces | 20 fluid ounces |
| material | Polypropylene | Tritan™ | Tritan | Stainless Steel |
| input interface | buttons | — | — | buttons |
| voltage | 110 volts | 0 volts | 0 volts | 0 volts |
| wattage | 800 watts | — | 0 watts | 0 watts |
| model name | With Tote Bag | AeroPress Clear Coffee Maker | AeroPress Go Plus | Prismo |
Lost filter cap, bought a whole new aeropress. Still happy!
So, first things first, I bought my first aeropress back in 2006. And was using it (while traveling) until late 2019 when I misplaced the filter cap. This spring, I finally broke down and bought another set (with a travel bag). I'm pleased to say the product is as good as ever. But want to make a couple observations... 1. You can buy a filter cap from the aeropress store online (if it was open — it's not due to covid). You don't have to replace the whole thing. You can also find them at higher prices on an auction site. But you'll still need to wait weeks for delivery. 2. I bought the one with the travel bag this time. And if I were to do it again, I'd save a few dollars and skip the bag. It's just a super cheap nylon bag. Which would suffice. But it's also small enough that it doesn't make packing everything into it very easy. If it was just a little larger, it would be more practical. But, unlike the aeropress, it is also made of super cheap materials. I wouldn't count on it to hold up to much wear and tear. But the aeropress? It's amazing. And I will forever be a fan. Just wish the online store was open. Or else I would've just replaced the filter cap. But hey, when it opens, I will. And then I'll have a backup aeropress.
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DPReviewed in Germany on July 3, 2023
Leckerer Kaffee! Schnell, einfach, innovativ!
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Der AeroPress Coffee Maker ist ein beeindruckendes Produkt für Kaffeeliebhaber, die auf der Suche nach einer einfachen und dennoch qualitativ hochwertigen Zubereitungsmethode sind. Mit seinem einzigartigen Design ermöglicht er die Herstellung von köstlichem Kaffee in kurzer Zeit.DPLeckerer Kaffee! Schnell, einfach, innovativ!
Reviewed in Germany on July 3, 2023
Die Benutzung der AeroPress ist denkbar einfach. Man gibt gemahlenen Kaffee und heißes Wasser in die Kammer, rührt kurz um und drückt dann den Kolben langsam nach unten. Dieser einfache Prozess extrahiert den Geschmack des Kaffees auf optimale Weise und liefert ein Ergebnis, das reichhaltig und aromatisch ist.
Die Qualität des mit der AeroPress zubereiteten Kaffees ist beeindruckend. Durch den Druck und die kurze Extraktionszeit werden die Aromen des Kaffees hervorgehoben und die Bitterkeit reduziert. Das Ergebnis ist ein vollmundiger, geschmackvoller Kaffee, der mit herkömmlichen Filtermethoden oft nicht erreicht wird.
Ein weiterer Vorteil des AeroPress Coffee Makers ist seine Vielseitigkeit. Mit diesem Gerät kann man verschiedene Kaffeegetränke zubereiten, darunter Espresso, Americano und sogar Cold Brew. Das macht ihn zu einem flexiblen Begleiter für Kaffeegenießer, die gerne experimentieren und verschiedene Geschmacksrichtungen ausprobieren möchten.
Die AeroPress ist auch ideal für unterwegs oder beim Camping geeignet. Sie ist kompakt, leicht und einfach zu reinigen. Mit dem mitgelieferten Zubehör, wie dem Trichter und dem Mikrofilter, kann man die Zubereitung noch weiter optimieren und den Kaffee an die eigenen Vorlieben anpassen.
Insgesamt ist der AeroPress Coffee Maker eine empfehlenswerte Wahl für Kaffeeliebhaber, die eine unkomplizierte, aber dennoch qualitativ hochwertige Zubereitungsmethode suchen. Mit seinem einfachen Bedienkonzept, der herausragenden Kaffeequalität und der Vielseitigkeit ist er ein großartiges Gerät für zuhause, unterwegs oder beim Camping.
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