The AeroPress Coffee maker really is a unique design... the system is probably the simplest method of extracting a concentrated liquid coffee solution from coffee grounds that we have seen.
Although we dont really advertise this unit as an espresso extraction system, as the unit doesnt really produce the body and the amount of crema found in a good espresso, it still makes a fine cup of joe, and is also great for producing a highly concentrated brew without over-extracting or over heating the coffee. If you prefer an espresso like experience or a nice cappuccino, use the extracted concentrate full strength, or if you prefer a nice cup of coffee, just dilute the concentrate with ~180° water to your taste. The unit is lightweight and portable, making it a perfect addition for your camping supply box!
The Aeropress manufacturer recommends using 175° water, we recommend a little of the hotter side to compensate for the pre-heat of the unit, somewhere around ~180°-185°. Simply heat your water, insert a filter into the unit, place the unit atop your favorite coffee mug, add the amount of coffee you wish to brew, pour in the proper amount of water accordingly, insert the plunger and plunge! its that simple. Your results will vary greatly depending on the fineness of grind, and the amount of water you use, etc... but once you nail down your variables to your taste, you will be able to produce consistent results everytime.
AeroPress coffee unit comes complete with 350 replaceable filters, for 350 cycles!
Additional AeroPress replacement filters also sold seperately.
Traditional Chemex coffee makers come with a polished wood collar and leather tie that serves as an insulated handle around the middle of the coffeemaker. The Chemex coffeemakers, together with Chemex-Bonded Coffee Filters, make perfect coffee everytime for a crystal clear cup. Once you have had your fill of brew, the glass decanters can also be covered and refrigerated, so you can make ice coffee later on in the day!
If you are looking for a coffee brewing method where your brew comes in contact with little more than glass, Chemex Coffee Makers are what we recommend! No plastics, no metals, just glass, and the paper filters made from natural fibers. Coffee brewing doesnt get much purer than this!
Chemex has been making their infamous brewers since 1941, and have won multiple awards for best design. Their brewers has even earned their way into multiple museums including The Museum of Modern Art, The Smithsonian, The Philadelphia Museum, and The Corning Glass Museum!
The high quality, non-porous, heat resistent glass used in all Chemex Coffeemakers is as inert as materials get, as it absorbs no odors or residues, ensuring a clean cup. Their simple yet elegant design is what has led to their success, even in todays modern world!
