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20 Home Essentials For Coffee And Tea Lovers
From burr grinders to gooseneck kettles, these 20 products are perfect for anyone looking to brew a perfect cup of coffee or tea.
If you’ve been missing the relaxing atmosphere of your favorite coffee shop or tea house during quarantine, we’re right there with you. While we’re stuck at home, it’s important to take some time to appreciate the little things — specifically, delicious and comforting cups of coffee and tea and the rituals that surround them.
So whether your morning routine involves meticulously blooming the freshly ground beans at the bottom of your French press or just popping a K-Cup into your Keurig machine, we’ve got the products you need to take your at-home coffee and tea game to the next level. Check out this short list of some of our favorite items that bring a little cafe into your kitchen.
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Cuisinart DCG-12BC Grind Central Coffee Grinder, $29.95
The first step in upping your at-home coffee game is grinding your beans fresh. This coffee grinder by Cuisinart is a great entry-level grinder for everyday use. The hopper holds up to 90 grams of beans, which is enough for around 18 cups of coffee.
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Baratza Encore Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, $139
This Baratza grinder looks a little more like something you'd find in a professional coffee shop, which is why it should have a spot on your counter if you’re serious about your morning cup of joe. This model features 40 unique grind settings, and the hopper holds up to 8 ounces of beans.
JavaPresse Manual Coffee Grinder, $43.99
This fresh take on old-school manual grinders by JavaPresse is a great low-tech option for everyday kitchen use and on-the-go grinding. You can even take this durable model on camping trips, since it does not require electricity or batteries.
Mr. Coffee 12-Cup Coffee Maker, $24.99
When it comes to drip coffee, the simpler, the better — and you can’t get much simpler than this time-honored classic Mr. Coffee 12-cup coffee maker. With only one button, it’s easy to use and makes a great carafe of coffee every time.
Bialetti 6633 6 Cup Moka Stovetop Espresso Maker, $36.99
If you enjoy espresso but don’t want to break the bank on an expensive espresso machine, a stovetop espresso maker — also known as a moka pot — is your best bet. Make sure to buy pre-ground espresso, or set your grinder to fine for a perfect cup.
The French press is one of the most popular coffee brewing methods out there, and for good reason: Letting freshly ground coffee steep in the press allows you to extract bold flavors and aromas that aren’t present in drip coffee. This glass and stainless steel model by Café du Chateau comes with a lifetime replacement guarantee.
House Again Tea Ball Infuser, $12.99
If you're serious about tea, you probably already know that loose leaf is the best way to get the most flavor in your cup. Enter: the tea infuser. This easy-to-use tea ball infuser by House Again features extra-fine mesh to ensure that no loose tea particles get into your finished product.
CHEMEX Pour-Over Glass Coffeemaker, $44.95
You've probably seen one of these glass pour-over coffee makers by CHEMEX at your local coffee shop. That’s because this timeless brewing method is one of the best out there — and one of the simplest. Just pop a filter in the top, add coffee, pour in some hot water and voila! A perfect brew every time.
Hario V60 Ceramic Coffee Dripper, $25
The V60 by Hario is a popular pour-over brewing method due to its ease of use and the user’s ability to make large or small batches of coffee. The ceramic body retains and conducts heat to help keep the dripper at the same temperature throughout the brewing cycle.
SOWTECH Espresso Machine, $66.99
This affordable espresso machine by SOWTECH is a good entry to espresso for the beginner coffee lover. It features a stainless steel design, a milk frothing arm, a coffee carafe and a removable, washable drip catcher that makes cleaning a breeze.
Attention cold brew lovers: You can now enjoy the bracing elation of cold brew coffee from the comfort of your own home. Simply add ground coffee to the brewing chamber, fill the coffee maker with water and let sit in your refrigerator overnight.
YETI Rambler Insulated 14 oz Mug, $24.99
Everyone needs a go-to coffee or tea mug for lounging (or working) at home. This model by YETI is insulated, which means your cup of hot or cold coffee or tea will retain its temperature for a long time.
Breville BTM600 Smart Programmable Electric Tea Infuser, $179.95
If tea is a big part of your routine, this electric tea infuser by Breville is a worthy investment. Its smart design allows you to adjust the steep time, preventing you from over-steeping your tea and ruining your morning with bitter and off flavors. It also has five different temperature settings for green, white, oolong, herbal and black teas.
AmazonBasics Stainless Steel Electric Kettle, $21.99
The old adage “a watched pot never boils” doesn’t hold true for this kitchen workhorse by AmazonBasics. This quick-heating electric kettle features an automatic shutoff with boil-dry protection, a hidden heating element and a removable filter for easy cleaning.
YETI Rambler 30 oz Stainless Steel Insulated Travel Mug, $34.99
For coffee and tea lovers who travel, this 30-ounce stainless steel travel mug is perfect for enjoying coffee or tea on the job or while commuting. Plus, its insulated design keeps your beverage at the same temperature until the last drop.
This stovetop gooseneck kettle is ideal for coffee and tea lovers looking to get a more-precise pour. This model by Hello Cucina can be heated with gas, electric induction and open fire, which makes it a solid addition to your camping experience, if that's your thing. It also features a built-in thermometer to make sure your water is at the perfect temperature for optimal flavor extraction.
Fellow Stagg EKG Electric Gooseneck Kettle, $149
This sleek electric kettle by Fellow boasts variable temperature control, barista-level functionality and a stunning, minimalist design that is sure to look great on any countertop. It also features a temperature display in both Fahrenheit and Celsius, as well as a 60-minute temperature hold, which maintains your desired temperature for one hour.
Yoassi Extra Fine Stainless Steel Tea Infuser, $9.99
For tea lovers, this easy-to-use infuser by Yoassi allows you to brew excellent loose leaf tea in most standard cups, mugs and teapots. Its simple, durable design was built to last and makes cleaning easy.
Keurig K-Classic Coffee Maker, $79
While coffee connoisseurs might turn their noses up at a Keurig, there’s no beating its speed, ease of use and convenience. This model brews multiple K-Cup pod sizes and has a large, 48-ounce water reservoir that allows you to brew around six cups before having to refill.
GoodCups 6 Reusable K-Cups for Keurig, $10.95
If you have a Keurig, why not try out a reusable K-Cup? These refillable pods allow you to use the coffee or tea of your choice while reducing your carbon footprint. Plus, these will save you some cash in the long run.
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