INeedCoffee contributor Eyal Rosen recently created a list of the top 10 accessories for coffee. The page is no longer online. There will be little disagreement on a few items on the list.
- Coffee Grinder – Amen! The path to every great cup of coffee starts with the grinder.
- Permanent Gold Coffee Filter – If you like drip coffee, I agree that this should be on your Top 10 Coffee Accessories list.
- French Press – Penny for penny it is the best coffee brewing system ever invented. No disagreement from me. This belongs on the list.
- Espresso machine and coffee maker cleaner powder – Yes, but with a caveat. I personally **love** espresso, and if a fire broke out, I’d probably grab my espresso machine as I headed out the door. My guests can walk themselves out. 🙂 However, I do not like espresso machines under $500. Setting up an espresso savings fund would be a better idea.
I would never include a few on Eyal’s list in the Top 10 Coffee Accessories.
- Coffee pods holster for a Keurig coffee maker – I don’t own, nor desire to ever own, a single-serve pod coffee machine.
- Handheld Milk frother – I had one of these many years ago. Junk. A good espresso machine will make this accessory obsolete.
- Handpresso – I think this was listed as a joke. I’ve never played with one, so I will reserve judgment on how good it is. I suspect it doesn’t belong on a Top 10 Coffee Accessories List. The MyPressi seems like a better option for campers hell-bent on getting espresso shots with enough atmospheric pressure while “roughing it” in the outdoors.
What would I add to my Top 10 Coffee Accessories List that didn’t make Eyal’s list?
- Electric Kettle—It is essential to quickly heat water for coffee. Don’t waste your precious moments on Earth waiting for water to boil. Get a good electric kettle.
- Espresso Knock Box—I have to confess that I went a long time without a knock box. I was a fool. If you have an espresso machine, get a decent knock box.
- Eva Solo—Very few people seem to know about the Eva Solo, my favorite non-Espresso coffee brewer. Check out the Eva Solo Coffee Brewing Tutorial to learn more about this brewer.
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Resources
Top 10 Coffee Accessories List – Eyal’s original list.
Eyal Rosen – Contributor page on INeedCoffee.com.
Troubleshooting French Press Coffee – My guide to improving your French Press coffee.
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