Description
- Uniquely Delicious: No more average joe from fancy, expensive machines. By combining the best of several brew methods into one patented device, you get smooth, rich, grit-free coffee with a delicious, full-bodied finish that lingers well after your last sip. No bitterness. No cream needed.
- 3-In-1 Brew Technology: The only press that combines agitation and pressure with micro-filtration so you can use finer ground coffee. Hot water is pushed through the grinds, quickly aerating and extracting only the purest, freshest flavors, while keeping grit and bitterness out of your coffee.
- Better Than French Press: No more bitterness or grit. The patented 3 in 1 brew technology of the AeroPress Original Coffee maker eliminates bitterness and acidity and creates a smooth, rich, full bodied cup of coffee. Paper or metal micro-filters allow you to use finer ground coffee for a faster brew time and no grit (unlike the mesh filter of a French press). No more messy coffee grounds – clean-up takes seconds! Durable, shatterproof design, perfect for travel, camping & gifting.
- Travel Ready: Compact, durable, shatterproof and lightweight. Pack it in your bag and take it on the road. No more mediocre (at best) hotel or office coffee.
Jeff March –
Love it. Tempted to buy another one to keep at work. It’s nice to be able to make one fresh cup of coffee at a time instead of brewing a pot (or even half pot) and have the rest sit and heat continually until you drink it all. The last cup isn’t as tasty. With this, each cup is fresh and quick to make. Great product!
Daniel Edgardo Diaz Alvarado –
El producto llego completo y cumplió todas mis expectativas
Alejandro R. –
The Aeropress Original Coffee Press is a versatile and portable coffee maker that revolutionizes the brewing experience. With its unique 3-in-1 brew method, combining elements of French Press, Pourover, and Espresso, this compact device allows coffee enthusiasts to enjoy a full-bodied and smooth cup of coffee without the grit and bitterness commonly associated with traditional brewing methods. In this comprehensive review, we will explore the features and benefits of the Aeropress Original Coffee Press, highlighting its portability, versatility, and ability to deliver exceptional coffee wherever your adventures take you.Versatile 3-in-1 Brew MethodThe Aeropress Original Coffee Press stands out for its innovative brewing capabilities. With a combination of air pressure, immersion, and paper microfilter, it brings together the best elements of French Press, Pourover, and Espresso brewing. This unique process results in a clean and flavorful cup of coffee with a full body and smooth texture. Whether you prefer a strong espresso-like shot, a classic pour-over style, or a more robust French Press experience, the Aeropress Original Coffee Press delivers versatility like no other.Full-Bodied and Smooth Coffee, No Grit or BitternessOne of the key advantages of the Aeropress Original Coffee Press is its ability to produce a full-bodied and smooth cup of coffee without any unwanted grit or bitterness. The paper microfilter ensures that fine particles and sediment are effectively removed, resulting in a clean and crisp brew. The immersion brewing process extracts flavors evenly and thoroughly, allowing the natural sweetness and complexity of the coffee to shine through. Say goodbye to the bitterness and sediment associated with traditional brewing methods and savor a delightful and smooth coffee experience.Portable and Perfect for Camping & TravelThe compact and lightweight design of the Aeropress Original Coffee Press makes it an ideal companion for camping, travel, or any on-the-go adventures. Its durable construction ensures it can withstand rugged environments, and its portability allows you to enjoy exceptional coffee wherever you are. Whether you’re exploring the great outdoors or embarking on a business trip, the Aeropress Original Coffee Press ensures that you never have to compromise on the quality of your coffee.Easy to Use and CleanUsing the Aeropress Original Coffee Press is simple and user-friendly. Add coffee grounds and hot water to the chamber, stir, and gently press the plunger to extract the coffee. The entire brewing process takes just a few minutes, and the clean-up is effortless. The parts of the coffee press can be easily disassembled and rinsed, making maintenance a breeze. With its straightforward operation and hassle-free cleaning, the Aeropress Original Coffee Press provides a convenient brewing experience.ConclusionThe Aeropress Original Coffee Press is a game-changer in the world of portable coffee brewing. Its 3-in-1 brew method, delivering full-bodied and smooth coffee without grit or bitterness, sets it apart from traditional brewing methods. With its portability, versatility, ease of use, and easy cleaning, the Aeropress Original Coffee Press is a must-have for coffee enthusiasts who crave exceptional coffee even while on the move
Harold –
My favorite brewing method at home.Of all the pieces of advice I’ve found online on how to brew, I’d say the two things people never mention (but probably know about) are cleanliness of the drinking vessel used, and the cleanliness of your palate beforehand.If you don’t have a clean cup on hand, get one. Make sure there’s no oil or residue left in the cup from any past drinking, and rinse it thoroughly with water. Because coffee is composed of mainly water and oil substances, you’ll know you have a clean enough cup to use when the coffee is able to be swished around the cup fluidly and smoothly without leaving a mark.Make sure your palate (more specifically, the taste buds on your tongue) are “clean,” so to speak, before you make a cup of coffee. Anything you eat prior that leaves a taste (strong foods like fish, bitter foods like other coffee drinks, and sweet foods like candy) will affect how your coffee will taste to you. This is something most people tend to forget, and so when they make a cup of coffee and then they wonder why their cup isn’t tasting as good as it should, it’s probably because you forgot to cleanse your palate beforehand. Either brush your teeth and your tongue, or sip on some gulps of water, or try chewing some lightly flavored gum beforehand to cleanse your palate.After these two things, the way you make your cup using the Aeropress is entirely up to you. I highly encourage you to experiment and to constantly try new things. This is the most versatile and open-to-experimentation coffee brewing method there is on the market.I experiment by constantly playing around with the:1. Temperature of the water I use (sometimes I fluctuate between 170, to 175, to 180, to 185, all the way to 200 Fahrenheit sometimes, but never straight-off-the-boil-water, as this kills the flavor and encourages bitterness and astringency, which you do not want). The lower the temperature water you use, the less acidity you will create, but it may perhaps sacrifice flavor. Play around with the temperature.2. Fineness of the grind I use. Sometimes I’ll make my cup of coffee with a little bit more coarsely-ground beans, sometimes I’ll use finer-grounded beans. The more fine your beans are, the more potent the coffee will be, as the smaller a particle gets, the more it’s able to release its flavors. Too fine, however, and you may not be able to push the water through as easily. The more course your beans though, the easier it will be to push the coffee through, and the more “consistent” the flavor will be. Despite however finely or coursely-ground you like your coffee, be sure to use FRESH BEANS beforehand. By fresh, I mean maybe a day to a month-old whole beans, and grind them on-the-spot prior to brewing your cup. This is what I consider necessary to making the perfect cup of coffee. If you use pre-ground beans from the supermarket, expect a pre-ground supermarket flavor.3. Origin and type of beans. I’m really impartial to what kind of coffee beans and where they come from, but my favorite is perhaps from the African regions (Kenyan, Burundi, Ethiopian) as these tend to have the “fruitier” flavors that I like. Play around with what beans you use and where they come from, and how you get your beans. Sometimes I’ll visit the local farmer’s market and see what selection of beans they have, and sometimes I’ll order them online from boutique coffee places like Blue Bottle, Stumptown and Verve. Counterculture and Intelligentsia are also great places. Really though, in the end, your tongue is the ultimate decision maker, and what tastes good is good. Don’t listen to only Internet advice. Be the final judge.One final note I have to include is that if you expect to obtain all the elements and qualities that a single-origin, “niche” coffee bean claims, expect to be disappointed. The Aeropress is great at maintaining consistency and eliminating user-errors, but this also means any sort of “nuance” or subtle flavors in your coffee will mostly be eliminated too. If you buy a single-origin bean like, say, the Ethiopian Yirgacheffe, dry-washed honey-processed, or whatever buzzwords they use, don’t expect to find all the flavors from an Aeropressed-cup. Instead, go for the Chemex or the French press. They handle the oils and delicate nuances much better, and will absorb the flavors into your cup. Also, the type of filter you use. I find that the steel or metal filters absorb less oils, meaning your cup of coffee will have a stronger “punch” to it, as opposed to the white-filters included with your Aeropress, which do a great job at eliminating dust particles and unwanted grounds, but also eliminate the oily-goodness of what is good coffee.
Bob & Wife –
but it’s not Starbucks
ProbablyZooted –
I bought my Aeropress in 2016, so 8 years prior to writing this. I have never done any maintenance or repair to it beyond just thoroughly rinsing and wiping it down after each use, and I’ve used it almost daily this whole time as my primary way of making coffee. It hasn’t even taken any cosmetic damage wear and tear. The seal is still perfect and never slips when pressing, and I get great coffee from it.My parents each have had one of their own Aeropresses for longer, maybe 10 years. My mom has had to replace the silicone/rubber part that acts as the seal, but she was able to buy that replacement part very cheap and repair it without any tools. So maybe after 10 years you’ll need to do some maintenance.Assuming they make these like they used to, I don’t think you can go wrong with this purchase. 5 stars
Bradley C. Schneider –
I don’t often write reviews, but I am so impressed with the AreoPress I just had to. I love a good cup of coffee or two every day. I have used about every type of coffee maker there is and for many years have been a “pour over” guy using paper filter for a long time and more recently a metal mesh conical filter. The problem with the metal filter is that the fine mesh tends to get blocked over time and the drip can be very slow and I ended up with three of them that I cycled through the dishwasher to clean them as best as I could. Rather than go back to the paper filters I looked for another solution when I came across the AreoPress. I love this thing. It is quick and easy to use and I think I makes the best coffee ever, even my wife who is a press pot user said the coffee tasted great.We buy coffee from Katahdin Coffee in Maine, eight 2 pound bags at a time. When I started using the AreoPress the flavor in their coffee came blasting through! Much more so than with the press pot or pour over filter. The AreoPress is so easy to use. I use the invert method I read about from another user. This is where you insert the plunger in the barrel and turn it upside down, add the coffee, I use just over 1 scoop, pour in the water stir gently, place a filter paper on and the filter holder, and let it sit for 1-2 minutes. I then turn it right side up, place it on my cup and gently rest my hand or hands on the plunger and let the water be pressed through the grounds. It might take a minute or two longer than the pour over, but the taste is much better. And when I’m done I unscrew the filter cover and pop out a plug of compressed coffee grounds into a container on the counter so the grounds can go to the gardens later, rise off the plunger and your done.I highly recommend this coffee press to anyone that enjoys the full flavor of a good cup of coffee. Once I have pressed the coffee I have about a half cup that is really strong and flavorful. Sometimes I drink it that way, other times I add some more hot water to bring it to a full cup, and depending on my mood I will stir in a small teaspoon of coconut sugar. The unit is compact such that I took it when traveling with a small container of Katahdin coffee with me so I could make a cup in the hotel room. So much better than the in-room options, yuck.
William –
Delivers a good cup of coffee, filtering out oils and bitterness.
Thomas F. –
I want my expresso out of a machineAn expresso machine while camping will bring a lot of unwanted commentsThis little thing is great..it ain’t a machine but the next closest thingSimple and easy to useMakes great coffeeClose enough
CalvinWA –
Glad to acquire this style of personal coffee maker and add it to my other types. Similar to the French Press, this is an even more participatory process and I do agree it yields a slightly less bitter and more rounded taste. I like the beaker that comes with it and that it doesn’t drip when pouring into a mug/mugs.
Scottyrich –
It’s easy to use, fun to experiment with and make great coffee if you use good coffee to brew. I use it every day. Nice part is it holds exactly the amount of coffee to fill my 20oz yeti.
Rob –
Best tasting coffee maker that I have found. Nice to have the option of infinite adjustability to tune it for your particular preference. Makes cheep coffee taste better than it should taste.
Kevin Adkins –
Get the smaller version, I find it better tasting and more user friendly . You don’t need it to be this big, plus this version doesn’t have one of the aftermarket flow control valve things
Rafael guzman –
1a
Teaman –
This thing is pretty cool. I’m new to coffee but had heard about this device 3 yrs ago. When I found I loved lattes, I decided to make my own as best as possible without buying an expensive espresso machine. This is the perfect device to nearly mimic espressos without the expensive machine. No it won’t heat the milk for you or put the coffee grinds under intense steam pressure but it will brew up a pretty mean cup. With quality beans and a grinder and a milk frother you have what it takes to make a $5 latte every day for a fraction of the cost. It won’t take you long to pay for this device at that savings rate.This is a kit and comes with the plunger press, the paper filters, filter holders, stirring blade, scoop for the beans or grinds and a funnel to help with pouring ground up beans into the press without spillage. Youtube has lots of videos on how to use this thing. What’s interesting is that parameters for how to make a cup of coffee in this device vary all over the spectrum. So ultimately it’s a subjective decision on what tastes good to you.My recipe so far…For me start with placing a paper filter into the filter cap and place that into a narrow mug that has a diameter that narrows, stopping the descent of the cap half way down inside the mug. I then pour very hot water over the filter to rinse the paper taste away. The mug prevents scalding my fingers if I were to hold it. It also catches the poured-through water, which I dump after removing the filter cap. I then identify my mug i will press the coffee into and add any sugar/sweetner desired at this time into the empty mug. I then grind 1 scoop of some quality beans to a fairly fine grind. I then pour them into the press turned upside down (plunger extending from the bottom of the tube with filter end on top) using the funnel. I add just enough hot water from my hot water pump (it’s set to 208F but is usually cooler by the time it hits the press) to cover the grounds. I then insert the stirring blade and stir gently to expose water to all grounds evenly for 10 sec. Then I add water to near the top of the plunger tube which ends up being about 6-8oz total. I gently stir a couple of times to get the floating grounds near the top to mix into the added water better. Then remove it and twist on the filter cap. After a total of 60 sec. from time I add more water I carefully invert the press (plunger and tube assembly) over my mug.Then start gently pressing on the plunger so that it slowly slowly starts depressing into the tube. Total time to press the plunger is about 30 sec. There should be a small air cavity between the filter cap lid and the plunger rubber head so as you near the bottom of pressing on the plunger, you will hear a hissing as air passes through the paper filter cap at the very end of the press. LIft off, shake drips off over mug, then twist off the filter cap. The paper filter is likely still stuck to the coffee grinds. Place the lid aside for rinsing and press the plunger the rest of the way through the tube OVER the trash can. Grounds will fall off with the paper filter. Rinse the plunger assembly under hot tap water. Same for the filter lid. You now have 6-8 oz of strong coffee.At this point you can add more water to dilute to your taste or continue on with the milk prep. I put 1/2c milk or alternate milk (soy is my fave) into a tall 2 c measuring cup. Heat for 30 sec in 1200w microwave. If you have a frother, insert it into the 2c glass and froth to desired consistency. Pour this into the top of your coffee mug. I assume your mug holds at least 16oz or you may run over with the milk and foam.Yumm!This device is very simple to use, cleanup is rinse-off easy, and the whole kit is very portable. It’s probably a little slow if you have a half-dozen friends wanting coffee but for one or two, this thing is super easy to use. It delivers a terrific mug of coffee.
Nicole M –
Folks, I’m telling you, the AeroPress XL delivers the best and most consistent coffee I’ve ever had. It’s incredible how this simple, affordable plastic tube produces such amazing flavors. While I wish it were made of something sturdier than plastic, and while I haven’t found anything better, the AeroPress consistently outshines everything else. My cold brew is a flop, pour-overs sometimes come close, and the French press is only good for camping. I’ve got this huge Jura S8 machine on my coffee bar that is now collecting dust and is only used when we have guests over.
Justin ScottJustin Scott –
I worked at a coffee shop for over five years and was a finalist in a number of regional barista competitions from California to Missouri.So I have a thing for good coffee, which starts with the roast and the purity and temperature of the water. But when it comes to extraction, very few, if any, brewing devices put so much control into the hands of the brewer.With this brewer, I have made some of the best cups of coffee I’ve ever had. You can achieve the quality of brewed coffee as with a classic pour-over but in a much more convenient and durable system.It’s faster than a crappy Mr. Coffee, easier and more forgiving than a pour over like the Hario V60 and more durable than anything else I’ve ever used, besides of course a Turkish coffee brewing pot.Sometimes you’re just too busy to brew a coffee everyday (even it is does only take 2-3 minutes from start to finish). Or perhaps you hate being stuck with the crappy coffee found at your office. The versatility to brew a regular cup of coffee or an “espresso extract” is awesome. On a busy week, I will brew a heavy concentrated brew of coffee and store in a vacuumed, air-free, glass Porto bottle. When I want to make a coffee, I simply pour a measure of the coffee extract into a cup, cut with either iced or hot water and enjoy my quick, dead simple brew.When traveling, this thing really shows off. If you travel and hate using hotel coffee and coffee makers, take this on your next trip, use the in-room coffee maker to heat up bottled water and use the Aerobie’s coffee cavity to hold your coffee safe for travel. You can then brew the best cup of coffee you’ll ever have at a hotel. This goes for camping, business travel or backpacking.The whole system breaks down to really only two parts, the plunger and the reservoir with filters. You can leave the rest behind (scoop, funnel, stirrer) if you want. Learn where your coffee grinds should reach vertically in the brewer and free pour your coffee, stir the brewing grinds with the spoons or straws made available in most hotel rooms.Cleaning the system is easy, just rinse and air-dry or wipe dry. I reuse my paper filters 2-4 times and see little to no difference in taste or consistency. This a company that makes permanent metal disk filters for this brewer that many people love. I am reluctant to use them as a metal disc will not remove any extra oils left in darker roast coffee but some people like the flavor of the oils so to each their own.Bottom line, this is the perfect brewer for the everyday coffee drinker, the business traveler, college guy/gal stuck in a dorm room, tiny New York apartment goer or backpacker. Get it, use it and love it.
Jan –
Love my Aero Press. Much easier to clean than a French press. Just push out the grounds and rinse.
Henry Alejandro Castro B –
Muy bueno el Aeropress, todo llegó muy bien… solo que ahora no trae el embudo ni el organizador de filtros de papel.
Cliente de Kindle –
La aeropress es mi método favorito para preparar café y lo amo. Es un dispositivo de muy buena calidad, lo he llevado a viajes por su practicidad y he hecho cafés maravillosos a donde voy.Por otra parte he leído en varias reseñas que las personas logran hacer solo un café por preparación, bueno yo he hecho hasta 650 ml de café y creo que podría hacer más, pero no lo he intentado. Explico mi receta para que otros puedan compartir un buen café en familia o con amigos:1. Define la relación de café que más te gusta, personalmente me gusta 1:14, que quiere decir que por cada gramo de café, requieres 14ml de agua.2. Dependiendo del número de tazas de café que requieras haces la conversión. Ejemplo:Quiero hacer 3 tazas de café de 180 ml a 200 ml (Aun no calculo bien la pérdida). Para este caso requiero de 45 gr de café en molienda fina o medio fina y 630 gr de agua.3. En la aeropress deposito el café molido, vierto el agua caliente hasta el número 4 o un poco más arriba y mezclo (esto con el fin que pueda hacer la turbulencia del café con el agua). No recomiendo demorar más de 3 minutos en infusión y como mínimo no es necesario esperar más de 1 minuto4. Presiono y extraigo el café concentrado5. En el agua restante mezclo el café concentrado obtenido de la extracción.6. Sirvo y disfruto
Alex Fornes –
I am a huge fan of coffee, going through many different machines from combo Drip + K-Cup machines to espresso machines with milk foamers. After all that, I have condensed it all down to this AeroPress and an AeroPress Go when I travel.Are other methods more set and forget? Sure, but something about these things makes coffee satisfying, tasty, and variable to what style of coffee you wish to make. It’s not true espresso, but it gets close enough in such a compact size that it makes it perfect for me! I will mention I am a van dweller, so compactness is especially important to me. If you have the counter space to have a bunch of random machines that lifelessly spit out burnt grounds in different ways, then feel free to do so.There is also an entire community and competition built around the AeroPress, with many different methods that you can try out for yourself (it’s not a cult I swear).
donald r wagner –
…but I should have just bought a replacement plunger thingy. Prices on these have gone way up, but it’s still my favorite coffee maker.
Jason Corley –
I have always enjoyed coffee. My everyday coffee maker is my Keurig 2.0 Coffee maker. I have always enjoyed using my Keurig. Its fast, convenient, and easy to use. There are lot of great coffees out there for it, but from time to time I will find a coffee out there that is not available in K-cups. Prior to having my Keurig, I had a regular drip coffee maker, but after I got my Keurig, I got rid of my regular drip maker.About a year ago I purchased a French press because I found you could make cold brew coffee with them, and I started doing that because my wife likes it. After making the cold brew for a while I decided to make some regular coffee from some Folders Black silk that we had left over from a trip we took. I really enjoyed using the French press because you could make hot or cold brew coffee. The coffee always tasted good to me, but the major drawback for me was that you would get some of the fine ground coffee in your mug. That happens from time to time with my Keurig as well. That got me to wondering if there was a better way to make coffee.So, I had started researching different coffee makers. I had always wanted to try a pour over, but then I found the AeroPress. The product description said that it made smooth coffee without an acidic taste, and it had no grit. So, I was interested. So, I decided to purchase the AeroPress along with the paper filters. I followed the AeroPress’s instructions. They were easy. The coffee scoop that comes with it scoops the perfect amount of coffee. The coffee that it made was awesome. The taste was smooth and there was no grit.The cool thing about the AeroPress is that you can make coffee, espresso, and cold brew. After I made a cup of coffee, I then tried to make espresso. The espresso was great. I haven’t tried to make cold brew with it yet.There are only a few downsides to the AeroPress to me.1. It only makes one cup of coffee at a time. However, it does make it really fast. I am the only one who drinks coffee in our house, so this isn’t a problem for me.2. It can be a little difficult to put the coffee into the AeroPress. I believe there is a funnel accessory you can buy for it. I would recommend you purchase one.In conclusion if you are wanting to make a better cup of coffee, I would highly recommend the AeroPress.
R Roy –
I make my coffee every day with this. It’s easy to use, easy to clean and makes great coffee. Plus you can take it when you travel. All you need is coffee and hot water. Was able to get the big cumbersome Keurig off of the counter and give it away.
Bryan –
First thing is first. I am a coffee snob.I have edited this review a few times. After a few years, I have come to the conclusion that this is a really good product. I’m leaving the review intact because it kind of shows the evolution and the learning curve that exists with this product.Typically, I find that most “bad” coffee is simply stale coffee. When I grind my own beans, I find that after a few days, they start losing their flavor. And after a week, they have started to pick up a card-board like flavor.I taste tested this product in a couple of ways. I just had a buddy over, and we had a coffee taste-test party.I typically prepare my coffee one of two ways. I either use the do-it-yourself coffee pod that you can get from Keurig or, if I have company, I will use a french press. For the purpose of this taste test, we did it both ways, And then we made some with this contraption in two different ways. I used a fine grind (just shy of an espresso grind) for one, and we used my preferred coarser grind for the other. In all, we tasted four different cups of coffee.1. French Press2. Keurig Machine3. Aeropress with fine grind4. Aeropress with coarse grindWe used my favorite coffee bean for this test. I was going to use a commercial bean (Illy). I will explain why we ended up not using Illy at the end of my review. The bean we used was a freshly roasted grade 1 Ethiopian Yrgacheffe.I made sure I made a couple of cups of coffee using the Aeropress before we began this test to make sure I had gotten the hang of it. My conclusion based on these two cups of coffee was that 1) I needed to add a little bit of water (Americano) to the Aeropressed coffee to achieve my desired strength and 2) I needed to use a more robust bean in order to achieve any kind of flavor (hence the reason I didn’t use the Illy beans).Now don’t get me wrong. Illy makes a good coffee bean, and I usually get my cans of Illy coffee still relatively fresh. They are, in my opinion, one of the best mass produced coffee beans on the market.I brewed one cup of coffee in each of the four methods. I then poured a small amount into an espresso mug and labeled them 1, 2, 3, and 4. I wrote down what each one was on a separate piece of paper so that it would be a blind taste test. My buddy did the same for me. And then we sat down and tasted them.My preferences, in order:1. The french press. I had actually never done a bind taste test with the french press before, but there may have been some bias here because I could immediately tell that it was french pressed. It had all of the vaguely sweet, earthy tones that I love so much about Ethiopian Yrgacheffe coffee. It was pure bliss. Ten out of ten.2. The Keurig. There is a pretty big gap in flavor between the french press and the Keurig, but the Keurig still retained much of the flavors that I love about Ethiopian Yrgacheffe. They were just more faint. Eight out of ten.3. Aeropress Course Grind. I will submit that the result was a very strong yet mellow coffee, but it was missing all of the character. The earthy tones were missing. It tasted like a generic cup of coffee. It was good, but it was nothing to write home about. Six out of ten.4. Aeropress Fine Grind. Definitely over-extracted. Very bitter. I stirred for about 10 seconds, so it did not steep too long. To be truthful, most espressos taste over extracted to me, so this was not a surprise. It’s the reason why I prefer a coarser grind. This cup of coffee tasted like someone put cardboard shavings into the grounds prior to pressing. I would not call this undrinkable, but if someone served it to me in a restaurant, I’d ask for water instead. Three out of ten.I’m not yet concluding that this was a waste of money. I think there is a high likelihood that the paper filter could be the reason why there was a serious lack of flavor using this contraption, so I’m going to try to order a metal filter for it. I can’t think of any other reason, logically speaking, why the coffee would have turned out so bad other than the fact that it uses a paper filter. The only time I ever use a paper filter is on the rare occasions where I use a pre-made Keurig pod, and I typically don’t like the flavor of them. I always figured that it was because the grounds were stale, but I have not ruled the paper out as a possible culprit.If I find out that the metal filter changes the flavor for the better, I will come back and update my review. However, at this point, I have to recommend a french press if someone wants a good cup of coffee. It’s not any harder to use, and it’s just as easy to clean.EDITI purchased one of the wire mesh screens to see if that would improve the flavor of the coffee. It did make a significant difference; however, I still don’t think that the cup of coffee I made was as good as a traditional french press.The one big disadvantage with a french press is that there is sediment at the bottom of your cup. This turns a lot of people off, and I will submit that it takes some getting used to. However, there is nothing on this planet that I have yet discovered that compares with the flavor of a french pressed bean that has been freshly roasted.I used a medium-course grind, and I steep for about twice as long as the 10 seconds recommended by the instruction manual. I make sure not to push out the very last of the water because that’s likely where all of the overextracted bitterness lies. The end result was a good cup of very strong coffee. I’ll even go so far as to say that when using the wire mesh screen instead of the paper, what comes out is good enough to drink without adding water.It’s still not as good as the french press, though. I submit that it’s about equal to the Keurig machine, though the flavors are much different. The Keurig machine is far easier to use. Plus, the cost of this thing with the additional $10 I had to spend on the wire mesh screen costs almost as much as a low-end Keurig. Therefore, I can’t give it more than three stars.ANOTHER UPDATE:I’m providing another update an adding another star. The reason why is because once I learned that you cannot let your coffee steep for the ten seconds that the instruction manual recommends, I was able to produce some pretty good cups of coffee. It’s still not as good as a french press, though. Plus, the price tag once you factor in $30 for the kit and another $10 for a metal screen is very steep. One can almost buy a Keurig machine for that price, and my french press, which makes better coffee, cost less than $15 even after I upgraded to a polycarbonate carafe.YET ANOTHER UPDATE:A couple of years have gone by, and I am finding myself using this more and more. Over time, I have gotten better at making a good cup of coffee with it. In fact, I got to the point where I was using this more than any of my other machines. Now, I have gotten to the point where a cup of coffee made with this is nearly as good or possibly even just as good as one that I French press. A big bonus for a lot of folks is that there is no sediment on the bottom of my cup.So, yes. I have gradually moved on and decided that this is an excellent product. I’ve increased my star total to 5 because it deserves it. The learning curve is difficult, but the eventual results are quite good.
Berger –
Easy to use and clean single cup immersion brewer that can act like a pour over. My only complain is that the filter cap drips before the plunger is inserted creating a vacuum. There is a third party filter cap that is pressure activated but it is over half the cost of the Aeropress. I’m sure this was a design decision to save money and it doesn’t matter to many but I would love if it had a switch so I could decide when to allow flow or not (I guess that would make it like a hario switch with a plunger).
Hamza Saleem –
Loved it.
Tim Combs –
The AeroPress Original Coffee and Espresso-style Maker has completely transformed my morning coffee routine. Compact yet powerful, it delivers some of the best coffee I’ve ever tasted right at home.Product Description:The AeroPress allows you to brew coffee in various styles, from espresso-style shots to full-bodied cups. Its compact size makes it ideal for home use without sacrificing quality.Usage Experience:I love using the AeroPress to make lattes at home. I brew a strong coffee shot and combine it with frothy sweetened milk—voila, a delicious latte without the need to visit Starbucks! Despite concerns about pushing down due to carpal tunnel, I’ve found that using the stirrer on the cup helps alleviate any discomfort.Pros: Versatility: Brews espresso-style shots and full cups of coffee, accommodating various preferences. Compact Design: Perfect for home use without taking up much space. Ease of Use: Simple operation with quick cleanup—just a quick pop into the trash. Quality Coffee: Produces exceptionally flavorful coffee that rivals coffee shop brews. Cost-Effective: Saves money compared to buying lattes or espresso drinks daily.Cons: Learning Curve: There’s a slight learning curve to achieve the perfect brew, but it’s worth the effort for the quality of coffee produced.Conclusion:The AeroPress Original Coffee and Espresso-style Maker has exceeded my expectations in every way. It not only makes superb coffee and lattes but also offers the convenience of quick cleanup and minimal space usage. My friends now prefer coming over for my homemade coffee instead of visiting coffee shops—a testament to its quality. Highly recommended for anyone looking to elevate their coffee experience at home!
HD Rider –
After many years as a “moka pot guy” as well as using a ragular drip machine for my coffee-wimp guests, I decided to try the AeroPress. I read some tasting tests and figured it was worth a minor investment of 40 bucks. I LOVE THIS THING! It perhaps lacks a bit of the “edge” of a moka pot brew, but it produces a very good, smooth, tasty cup of coffee. Clean up is a snap. It took several tries to get just the right mix of coffee and water to achieve the strangth I like that’s between espresso and Americano. It’s adjustible. The moka pot still has some subtile divverence like producking espresso-style “crema” that’s lacking in the AeroPress. However, I’m sold on this simple easy to use and easy to clean device. Worth a try if you enjoy a good cup of coffee.
Beau –
Before buying an aeropress I was using a French press for brewing coffee. While I do really enjoy the French press, this has become my go to for my daily morning coffee. Quite frankly mostly because it’s much faster to brew and easier to clean out the grounds and wash, but I also really enjoy the taste of coffee brewed with it. You do lose the nice full bodied feel of the coffee you get a French press due to the metal filter it uses, but I’ve come to prefer how the paper filter makes coffee taste smoother and have less grit. You can also buy cheap aftermarket metal filters for the aeropress if you disagree. You still benefit from the unique taste that comes from how the aeropress uses some pressure to brew, how much that pressure speeds up the brewing process, and how easy it is to clean.If you’re coming from a drip coffee machine, an aeropress is not going to be quite as easy but the coffee will, in my opinion, taste better and it’s a fun object to use and start your morning with. It’s also fairly cheap to buy it and give it a try and see how you like the coffee it brews.
Ken –
I really like how this device brews coffee! It truly is a good combination of three methods – pour over, French press, and espresso. I like coffee strong and you can definitely enjoy a satisfyingly rich cup of coffee brewed with this device.
Reiko Moran –
My son wanted to make latte’s at home and didn’t want to invest in an expensive coffee machine. This has been working well for him. He can make a latte in just a few minutes.
Dunetraveller –
I bought this based on a review from James Hoffmann and online reviews here on Amazon. I love a very hands-on approach to coffee making. This gives me the french press level of tactile sensation without making too much coffee. If anything, it doesn’t make enough, but more on that later.The sturdiness of the Aeropress is out of this world. It wouldn’t survive me standing on it, but I could be wrong. That’s how tough it is. Clean-up is rinsing it under the tap, and you’re back in business.I clean it, add the paper filter, place it on the scale to weigh the beans, dump them into my grinder, and then put the grounds back using the funnel. Place the unit on my cup of choice (14 ounces), and since I need a large volume of coffee, I add a lot of water to bloom the grounds and let it run out. I then add liquid to the top and let it drain a bit before placing the plunger barely into the barrel of the Aeropress. The vacuum will hold the liquid in place.After waiting the appropriate time, I press the plunger down slowly and set the Aeropress aside on a paper towel to finish making my cup. The method is the same, but I change the amount of grounds, the temperature of the water, and the brew time depending on if I am using acidic, fruity coffee beans from, say, Ethiopia (less weight of coffee, boiling water, longer brew time), or if I am using earthy, chocolatey coffee from Sumatra (more weight of coffee, not boiling water, less brew time).It does take some time, but always less time than if I had to go out and drive to a place like Starbucks or Dutch Bros and buy a cup instead of relaxing in my favorite chair at home.It makes a clean cup of coffee. Ease of use and ease of cleaning are the main selling points. The fact that I have to use the bloom phase to compensate for the lack of capacity is a minor ding but not insurmountable. I would recommend this to anyone that is happy to use a french press that wants to make one cup of coffee at a time. I would prefer the french press if making coffee for more than one person.Making a single cup of coffee with the Aeropress makes coffee similar in quality to a pour-over brewer, which I also have but rarely use now. The Aeropress comes with more filters for less money and requires less skill in water usage.
Andrew St.Martin –
This is an incredibly simple and fast way to make excellent coffee. Cleanup is quick and easy, too.
Yara Greyjoy –
I have a problem with coffee. It puts me to sleep. Normal coffee brewed in any of the conventional ways knocks me out cold. So, I need something a little more than that.When I saw the Aeropress I knew my mission.I have a Keurig K65. And a Hamilton Beach Brewstation Summit Ultra. And a cheapo Mr. Coffee burr grinder. All in my quest for the ultimate coffee experience.So enter the Aeropress. Pay attention now, I will teach you the secret to FTL travel.My first choice of beans are from Eight O’clock Coffee. I prefer the Colombian arabica beans.I put them in the burr grinder and grind on the finest setting (actually not as fine as I wish it would be but it works). I set it to grind for 10 cups. I use the inverted method with the Aeropress. I retract the plunger as far back as I can and stand it upside down, contrary to the directions. I put a large scoop of coffee in the Aeropress. I put a filter in the screen cap and dampen it. I also want to take a moment to mention that I have an extremely paranoid water filtration system installed in my house, it’s a 10 stage filtration system with 1micron filters. My water is ultra pure and tastes exceptionally excellent. This is also key to my coffee project.So anyway, I’m grinding the beans and prepping everything while the Keurig comes up to brew temp. I fill a refillable K-cup cartridge with fresh grind and put it in the Keurig. I brew into a measuring cup so that pouring it will be easy and mess-free. On my Keurig there are three cup sizes, I select the largest setting and brew the coffee into the measuring cup.As soon as it’s finished I pour it right away into the Aeropress until it’s mostly full. I stir it with the paddle then pour the rest of the coffee into it and cap it with the filter. I let it sit there for about 2 minutes steeping. I then turn it right side up and place it on my large coffee cup and very, very slowly press it through until it’s empty.I add a little French Vanilla creamer and two packets of stevia. I pop it in the microwave for 30 seconds to bring it back up to temp since it cooled during the steep.And then I begin to time travel.After about half a cup I can see photons slowing down. ¾ of a cup and they stop in place.By the time I’ve finished the cup, I am moving past the photons, leaving them behind in time as I am now traveling faster than light. With two cups of this in my system I can time travel into the future and see things no one else can imagine.Three cups and I start to hear the TARDIS sound.I haven’t tried it yet but I believe that if I consume four cups made in this way that I should be able to meet up with Doctor Who on Gallifrey.It’s not as elegant as the TARDIS but it gets me back and forth to alternate dimensions and other places in time all the same.Believe me, if you want to time travel, this is the cheapest way to do it and the really the only feasible way to do it, for now.I am considering running the process three times. I am not sure that it would work so well but the two stage method works exceptionally well. One thing I would like to try is some beans called “Death Wish Coffee” that claims to have the highest caffeine level on this planet. Some of that done with the two pass method should take me beyond time travel and allow me to metamorphosize into an omnipotent being that can create new multiverses with a single thought.So if you need to have the power to time travel and the power of creation, get the Aeropress and learn to do two stage brewing. It’s legal and it has the Heisenberg seal of approval.
R. JORDAN –
I love the Aeropress after finding the Fellow Prismo attachment. The Prismo allows the coffee to brew in the Aeropress for a stronger cup. I have two issues with the Prismo. Sometimes the valve doesn’t open and the brewed coffee is forced up past the plunger and out of the Aeropress. If the Aeropress isn’t filled high there is a margin to play with. A sharp, quick, brief push on the plunger will open the valve. Sometimes two. Once opened a steady push forces the brewed coffee into the cup below. Still, as the plunger is pushed some of the brewed coffee rises up past the plunger. If the plunger is pulled up the coffee will fall. If the brewed coffee doesn’t rises past the plunger but not out of the Aeropress, turn the Aeropress a pour the coffee into the cup. I boil 8 oz. of water but don’t fill the Aeropress completely with it. Once the plunger is part way down, I pull out the plunger and add the remaining water. I like the coffee brewed this way very much. It is a bit of a hassle to have to do it this way, but a great cup of Joe makes it worth the trouble to me.I also use the manual Hario Skerton Plus Ceramic coffee mill.
D. L Winn –
I returned a $700 professional espresso maker after the grinder failed and no matter what I did, I couldn’t get hot enough coffee or milk. I bought this aeropress, a separate grinder and milk frother. It’s faster than the machine and BETTER! Cafe latte is incredible. I do buy really good espresso beans, but I wasted many brews on the Breville I purchased. I am buying 4 more to give to my adult kids as gifts. I feel sorry for those who are living with their inferior ‘machine based’ espresso maker.