Thread: Which method makes the best coffee?

I have a couple moka pots (mostly used for camping), a espresso machine (sunbeam cheapy), pod machine ($50 name brand one), cafetiere (I know them as plunger). I find each has their own merits and drawbacks.

I agree with the article, espresso machine can be an art and can also be vastly different between brands and makes. They can also be messy.

moka pot - I really like. they are easy and pretty consistent with minimal fuss or mess.

Pod machine - easy. consistent, and very mess free, but i'm not a fan.

Plunger coffee - I dont mind this but yes if your not careful you end up with gritty coffee.


My favourite would be...... Moka pot i think.

An espresso machine is better than all other methods by far, if you know how to use it and if you use fresh beans and a good grinder. .

..Which machine do you have Mick?

Stove top moka - second best method, timeless, but easy to over cook / too hot.
sales are dropping because home espresso machines are better.

Plunger - third best method, if you use enough coffee and let it steep properly with correct temp water.

Pod machine - coffee is usually stale and too small a quantity for a good coffee. Crema is fake. Packaging is crazy excessive. Pods usually not fair trade coffee. But quick and easy.

Drip filter - Insipid Americano dishwater, unless high quality pour over method used.

I think you touched on the most important part of making a good coffee! A good grinder! You gotta have a good conical grinder and set it right for the beans you have.

Yes, we recently bought a grinder and it certainly makes a difference grinding it fresh.

Instant! Quick, easy and a plethora of brands to choose from!

When SWMBO makes it.

Beans then grinder.

Home roasted small batch is the go. Green beans from Coffeesnobs. Cheap and excellent.

As for style I like varying and in summer a pour over cold. Overall my go to is a 30 year old FAEMA Due 2 Group commercial being fed by a Mazzer Super Jolly.

Cheers

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