Preferred brewing method (other than French Press)

[wsmith]

Hi all,

I'm new to good coffee (home roasted, brewed in a french press). And would like to expand my experience a little. I was wondering what other people's preferred brewing method is if not using a french press, and if using a french press is your preferred method of brewing, what is your 2nd most preferred method? Why? Pros / Cons vs french press?

Also I wouldn't mind some brewing equipment recommendations. If you use a different brewing method, what pot, machine, or equipment?

I'm currently using a Bdoum french press, a Fresh Roast 8 Plus roaster, and a Cuisinart burr grinder.

Thanks!
~Will

[fizguy]

Since last year when my drip coffee maker died I have been brewing espresso every morning with a Rancilio Silvia and ROcky combination. I don't believe I will ever go back! Most brewed coffee tastes insipid and awful to me now, with the exception of good beans brewed in a press.

[trendo]

I would go with a espresso machine. After reviewing countless machines ranging from 100 to over 1000 dollars, I settled on a 100$ delonghi. It can only make one cup, and it takes 45 minutes to warm up. I bought it because it was cheap, and I put it on a lamp timer to warm up while I am sleeping. If you have a burr grinder, you should do just fine.

[tzaddi]

Mokapot or as some call it stove top expresso

[NapCat]

Vac Pots produce a wonderfully clean cup. The link below shows just a couple of many models available. If your budget allows, go for the Cona.....it does not use any paper filters and is elegant, adding a nice romantic touch to a fine meal.


Vacuum Coffee Brewers - Cona - Yama - Bodum Santos

[MrJerry]

I love my pour over pot...been using one for years!

[veteranvmb]

Originally Posted by trendo

I would go with a espresso machine. After reviewing countless machines ranging from 100 to over 1000 dollars, I settled on a 100$ delonghi. It can only make one cup, and it takes 45 minutes to warm up. I bought it because it was cheap, and I put it on a lamp timer to warm up while I am sleeping. If you have a burr grinder, you should do just fine.

I was using a keurig machine, and it was very acceptable using the extra bold double black diamond.
However I was down at j and r electronics in manhattan(not jr cigars LOL) and they had a demonstrator with the francis francis x7 iespressor machine.
I took one sip and was hooked. I asked my son, if he though his mom would be upset, but he said no dad, the machine looks like a robot, and shes into robotics.
Greates espresso I have ever had, and that includes all the expensive machines in restaurants and coffee bars. Price is about 300 dollars. check it out.

Much regards Jerry

[The Postman]

In our house its the little 4 cup Cuisinart drip machine that gets us going in the morning. If we have more drinkers, then we will brew a pot in the French Press. My son makes espresso with our Kurps machine, or else he uses the Moka Pot on the stove. That about covers it!!

[hangnail]

krupps thermos with a broken handle, a 10 year old mr coffee grinder, and what ever beans that where on sale. usually store brand. its good enough for me.

I usually end up in the can myself right after too!

don't flame too bad, it gets me going in the morning and that is all that matters.

I am looking to maybe get some better beans that are not to expensive and maybe a french press or some other machine for brewing

[fizguy]

Originally Posted by hangnail

krupps thermos with a broken handle, a 10 year old mr coffee grinder, and what ever beans that where on sale. usually store brand. its good enough for me.

I usually end up in the can myself right after too!

don't flame too bad, it gets me going in the morning and that is all that matters.

I am looking to maybe get some better beans that are not to expensive and maybe a french press or some other machine for brewing

Hey man, if it gets you going in the morning, don't knock it. And if you are saving money for cigars then more power to ya!

[Yoda!]

Sorry, I'm a retired military, retired truck driver, and just plane tire...What do I know about good coffee.

[Jumes]

I am a vac pot man myself. I use a Hario Deco that I love and use everyday. Sometimes if I crave a cup in the evening I use an Aeropress. I also have a couple of Conas, some Cory's and a Cafex Firestone that I use when company arrives. Love those vac pots.

[R10]

I use a Technivorm Moccamaster and a Capresso burr grinder - Great coffee results. Quick, easy to clean too. Enjoying some fresh Columbian Supremo at the moment.

[Mister Moo]

Originally Posted by wsmith

Hi all,

I'm currently using a Bdoum french press, a Fresh Roast 8 Plus roaster, and a Cuisinart burr grinder.

Thanks!
~Will

Sounds like you're on top of the (coffee) world to me.

[Alpedhuez55]

I am likeing the Aero Press when I do not want to fire up the Espresso Machine. It is quick, easy to use and cleans up easier than the French Press. Have a Black & Decker Brew & Go that brews into a travel mug at my desk at work. It actually brews in the sweetspot for temperatures so it makes a nice cup and can be had for under $20.