There's nothing better than a great cup of coffee to start your day!
Buying your favorite coffee house drink can get expensive. Purchasing a coffee machine is an economical alternative.
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Step 1: Know Your Options
Drip Coffee Maker/Coffee Brewer
Produce a single cup or several cups of coffee at once
Single-Serve Coffee Maker/One Cup Coffee Maker
Brew a single cup of coffee using prefilled capsules
Examples: Keurig, Nespresso, etc.
Low Tech/Manual
Use boiled water and no electricity
Examples: french press, moka pot, and cold drip
Espresso Makers
Make specialty drinks such as espresso, cappuccino, and lattes
Photo by Chase Eggenberger on UnsplashStep 2: Know Your Needs
Understanding your coffee routine and preferences will help you to pick the right option.
Quantity: The amount of coffee you drink and the number of coffee drinkers at home can help steer your choice.
Coffee Preferences: Fancy drinks may call for a fancier machine.
Counter Space: If your machine isn't easily accessible, you'll likely banish it to the small appliance graveyard.
Features and Convenience: Consider your daily routine, the types of coffee drinks you enjoy, and the time you want to spend making coffee.
Step 3: Know Your Budget
You can spend anywhere from $10 to $1000+ on a home machine.
Consider both upfront and long-term costs (filters, coffee, capsules, etc.)
Be careful when compromising to be happy with your machine long-term!
Quiz
Charlie is a busy student living on his own who wants to save money. He usually grabs a coffee in the morning, enjoying different flavours. What option would you recommend?
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Decide on your needs and priorities for your coffee machine, and do some research to help you to compare options and pick a machine that's best for you.
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