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A French Press
This is perfect to prepare a full-bodied coffee. Traditionally they are made with a glass cylinder, although there exist some made out of steel. The coffee, pre-ground, mixes with hot water and the piston begins to fall in order to filter the drink. The best thing about the French Press is that it can be used to make tea or iced coffee as well. It is very important to understand that the type of grind of your coffee influences greatly the type of preparation you need to use. This is to say, if the coffee is coarse it is recommended to use a French Press, like this one, or Syphon technique. If it is a medium grind, it is ideal to use a Chemex or Dripper. If it is a fine grind, it is ideal to use an espresso machine, Aeropress, or Moka Pot. In a pinch, Drippers can work with all three types of grind.
Coffee Mugs
Surely you have traditional ceramic coffee mugs at home, and this is not bad, but it is time for a change. The current trend are glass or crystal mugs which allow you to better appreciate the thickness, density of the cream, and the color of a good coffee. It also helps to control the amount of milk and sugar you add. The best part is that they also work for cold coffees. And don’t worry, they can handle high temperatures.
High-Quality Filters
There are two types of paper coffee filters: white filters and filters which haven’t been bleached. The former goes through a process which adds slight bits of clorox to make the white color, even though it adds strange flavors to the drink, and can even be bad for you if you use them often. The latter are not as bright as the former, but they work equally well for preparation and are better for the environment.
Milk Foamer
If you love cappuccinos, it is essential that you have a foamer. They are electric and, generally, only need two batteries. You only need to warm up the milk and add it to your coffee to have a creamy and heavy drink. Furthermore, it doesn’t cost an arm and a leg and greatly enhances your drinks.
Excellent Coffee
As the word indicates, you want a coffee that is free from impurities and has passed through a rigorous process in order to create a high-quality product. It must be clean, balanced, smooth, and overall nice. And because we know this interests you, here you will find more information in order to learn more about this subject.
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