Gear Heads | Coffee Machines: Maximalist vs. Minimalist

[@peggymallon4585]

Definitely in Lisa's camp as I have all her toys and more. While visiting in Colombia, I learned how to make "tinto". It is made by mixing the water, ground coffee and sugar in a pan, heating on the stove top and then straining before serving. Delicious even if a little time consuming.

[@keetrandling4530]

LOVED this episode. How about a regular ATK how-to-make of the various coffee types? Oh, and Start-to-finish, so including cleaning out the grounds from each coffeemaker/pot.

[@gregbolls7815]

Fresh ground french press for me.

[@TechGorilla1987]

Lisa, I doubt that you will read this, but I have relied on your reviews for about 9 years or so. I really trust your opinion and I really dig your personality. Good job!

[@lisamcmanus6656]

Thanks, Tech Gorilla!!! I appreciate your kind words.

[@davestelling]

Woo-hoo! She actually reads these!

[@suzannetaylor6285]

My favorite segment.. even better from your homes! Please keep coming out with these... I have binge watched all your older ones and filled my home with all your top recommendations!

[@lisamcmanus6656]

Thanks!!

[@AnimeshPathak]

Hannah and Lisa are my favorites! Thanks so much for this personal look at your coffeemaking conventions.

[@mdml0]

As someone who doesn't have a lot of counterspace in my apartment kitchen, I have the Moka pot, the French press, and the Vietnamese phin filter. All depends on how strong I want my coffee. On the other far end of the spectrum I used to have Nescafe decaf instant coffee whenever I'm super lazy. :-D

[@lisamcmanus6656]

OMG, I have instant decaf, too!! (My parents only drank instant, and I make a cup when I miss them. I know it's not "good" but it's nostalgic for me.)

[@tymmezinni]

I use an Espro Travel Press to not tkae up much counter space. My min-counter between my stove and fridge has my beans, grinder, instant kettle, the press, and toaster... all-in-one breakfast stop and room to store things I have to take outta the fridge for other meals n such.

[@Niftynorm1]

@@lisamcmanus6656 Sanka was the standard for years. My mom liked to sprinkle it on ice cream. LOL

[@dogsplantscarsneatstuff176]

Thanks for letting me enter your coffee world. Hannah has the Acura of automatic coffee makers to Lisa's Mercedes Benz of a expresso maker. I will say just by looks the Breville looks easy to clean. If you don't go to starbucks these things actually are a very inexpensive kitchen utensil.

[@jekku4688]

While I'm typically an minimalist, using a simple pour over on the daily, I am a lot like Lisa, with LOTS of different coffee accoutrements. Depending on my mood (and time of course), I'll make everything from a pour over, to a mocha pot, a drip, a French press, or a Vietnamese drip. Haven't quite mastered the ibrik just yet, either, Lisa!

[@MrsWill-wd3mb]

I just got a cold brew French press and while I knew it would be better than drip- holy guacamole is it a fuller and richer flavor! I want to eventually switch to pour over for hot coffee but I am so happy with this step! We also have a mokapot which is great too.

[@dscrive]

I was once given a cup of Turkish coffee, I enjoyed it! about half an hour later I got back in my vehicle and took a swig of my coffee (which I brew strong) and almost spit it out because it literally tasted like weak watery coffee after having the Turkish coffee.

[@mthomas653]

It took me a while to find the Moccamaster in-stock, but I found one for the price you quoted. Once I receive the Moccamaster and the Baratza Encore (that I also ordered today) I expect to start enjoying better coffee. I don't shop. When I decide I need something, I come to ATK to see what is recommended. I appreciate all you do. Thank you!

[@singcook1]

We purchased the Mochamaster Clubline. I’m a minimalist as well. I just want great coffee but I want it every time. The Mochamaster does exactly that and we’ve had it for 4 years. No other coffee maker has lasted that long. I expect t to last another 10 at least.

[@TravelingwithJenny]

We are also minimalists and have the same priorities, so I am glad that we ordered the Mochamaster as we are hoping that it lasts a very long time.

[@brianklaus2468]

Conclusion: Lisa really really wants her coffee made to perfection

[@kalijasin]

Her coffee making set up looks like a science Lab. Lol

[@ningcheng_shu]

An Italian style stove-top espresso maker similar to the Bialetti on Lisa's table serves me right for many years. So I'm an ultra minimalist I guess, and would love to try the Turkish pot.

[@Ma_Ba]

Turkish Specialty Coffee website gives good instructions. Too many videos on youtube also.

[@chianti95]

Agree - but I prefer a stainless stovetop “espresso” pot vs aluminum. I finally found a replacement for my ancient carmencita lavazza on Italian ebay … exactly the same model, which was discontinued years ago.

[@hxhdfjifzirstc894]

Moka pots are my favorite, but I've found they require a lot of experimenting, to get perfect results. Specific grind sizes for different brands of beans, particular heat settings on the burner, blah, blah, blah. I recently got a Technivorm, because I want to be less involved in making coffee. Grind the beans. Dump them in. Add water. Flip a switch. Also, I like the stainless steel moka pots, better than aluminum (which strongly affects taste) -- if you've never used an SS moka pot and are interested in 'pure' taste, you should try it... but it's quite possible that you might enjoy the taste of the aluminum pot more. Everybody likes something different.

[@micuchua70]

I’m exactly like Lisa. My mood determines the coffee I want. Only one good cup of coffee at day. 9 months ago my husband bought me the Breville espresso machine and I stopped going to Starbucks ever since. It is expensive machine but it is worth it. At the end, it is saving me money by allowing me to make my own delicious coffee at my house.

[@lesliegmail5148]

I’m thinking of gettting it in a couple months for my birthday but I’m only a beginner at making coffee, hopefully I’m not too in over my head if I make that purchase

[@daveftr01]

Those machines look great. Full disclosure, I'm a French Press junkie,. The stainless steel model that I have will last forever and I even have a travel size french press. One thing that wasn't mentioned in your demos was how to clean the recommended machines. Knowing how to clean these machines would make it much easier to pick one, since most of my friends do not appreciate the quality coffee that emerges from a french press.

[@marcilk7534]

What do you use to measure the water temperature?

[@RonLeedy]

Marci LK I use the Cuisinart PerfecTemp Cordless Tea Pot. Set to temp you want.

[@marcilk7534]

Ron Leedy Thank you. I recently bought an electric kettle. It’s a little large for just me, but when I get my French press that’s stuck back in the office, I think it will get some use.

[@Ma_Ba]

Look at Seattle Coffee Gear videos. And James Hoffmann. Some other channels too will pop up in your feed, too numerous to mention.

[@greathornedowl3644]

also a coffee common-sewer 😜 (think Keurig coffee is 🤮), and was used to drip (Mr. Coffee type) but love my Bodum French press. Hint - try Equal Exchange Love Buzz (1/2 Columbian Roast 1/2 French Roast) I think it is phenomenal and a fair trade coffee.

[@huddyrj]

When I factor in, on one hand, cost, and on the other the pure enjoyment of quality coffee, I'd say the French press is my sweet spot.

[@kurtisburtis]

Her “minimalist setup” = $100 grinder & $300 coffeemaker vs my minimalist setup = antique Zassenhaus grinder and a $10 pour over filter.

[@tomatojuice12]

Your setup requires more work and effort.

[@kurtisburtis]

tomatojuice12 Yes, it does.

[@craftygal4494]

Yes, thank you! I was like, thats minimalist set up?

[@briangallentine3810]

My minimalist that very same Bodum french-press.

[@jeffmezzullo5864]

My Minimalist is Aeropress and Gooseneck Kettle.

[@jbw53191]

Very nice, informative presentation. But I'm perfectly satisfied with my stainless steel French press along with a Black & Decker electric kettle. I've had both for almost 20 years.

[@helenedesmarais8697]

Had a small Breville espresso 15 + yrs but wanted a grinder. Got the same Breville Barista and I LOVE IT. It heats up in less than a minute. After your initial customized programming ( type of grind, the amount for 1 and 2 servings, the amount of water you want for single/double shot ) , it is super easy and fast. The hardest thing is to learn how to make those nice design with the milk...

[@tomcanfield705]

I make my coffee with the Technivorm but found the stock showerhead did not evenly wet the grounds. So I got an aftermarket showerhead, from Australia, which (after bit of fiddling to get it to fit the machine) does much better at evenly wetting the grounds. Now I have maybe $450 in the setup. I make about 20 ounces directly into a 20 ounce Zojirushi mug. And I love the results. Grind the beans, rinse the filter by passing maybe 5 ounces of water through the machine into the closed brew basket, and drain. Bloom a few seconds by closing the brew basket the open the brew basket to let the coffee go right into the Zo. Since the Zo won't brew unless the little button is pushed in ( which the carafe is perfectly sized for) I use a 4 inch PVC end cap (which also serves as an overflow spill catcher) to activate the machine. Hannah you should probably rinse your filter... With the Zojirushi coffee is HOT for many hours. So the further complicate the minimalist setup I usually pour a few ounces into an Ember Mug set at 140 degrees... I also have two other brewing methods I like (but haven't been using much). The Espropress is a cleaner French press which is both easier to clean and produces a less gritty coffee. And the clever dripper is a really neat little rig. Very minimalist that one is. Check out James Hoffman for his methods with the clever dripper. Still looking at espresso machines. Want simple, no built-in grinder or hopper, thinking of the Delonghi Dedica with a couple of extras.. Thanks to you both for your fun and informative reviews.

[@maryeckstein7891]

Have you ever tested percolator coffee makers? I have converted to using the old school percolator for my coffee as I got tired of the drip brew machines that inevitably broke after not many years of use. I reclaimed an old West Bend 9 cup model that may be from 1967. I use it for my "every-day" coffee. I also purchased a modern Hamilton Beach 12 cup model for company. I really prefer the coffee that is made in percolators as it is consistently full bodied without being bitter and won't burn the coffee when left plugged in for an hour and even longer.

[@1Avatar]

I have several perks going back to the early 1900s. Still haven't been learn the right techniques to prevent the bitterness (I drink my coffee black and like it but not so much for other people)

[@effiebug4278]

@@1Avatar remove the basket of grounds after the first cycle. If it keeps cycling over the grounds, the coffee gets bitter.

[@LouieLouie505]

I grew up with percolators (it was just about the only way for most Americans in the 1950-60s). After what turned out to be a short trip down Memory Lane -“Oh haven’t used one of those in decades- let’s do it!” - I was reminded why I switched in the late 1970s. Percolated was awful. Bitter and lacking dimension. Now use French press or moka pot for the same amount of time and fuss.

[@natalialopes719]

I have been looking at percolators. There’s a stovetop stainless steel that is beautiful. Have been wondering how they are at making coffee.

[@davidbergin6184]

I loved the French Press, but the Aeropress won my heart.

[@StormSongs7]

I use my Aeropress upside down. I like press pot coffee but the grounds are a PITA to deal with. With the Aeropress, push the plunger and they pop out of the end of the tube in a neat little package.

[@davidbergin6184]

@@StormSongs7 That’s what I do as well.

[@ToniHinton]

@@davidbergin6184 That makes three of us. I know James Hoffman hates inverted brewing because he's afraid it will be easy to knock over, make a mess, etc. but I'm the world's biggest klutz and I've managed not to do that.

[@johnmilligan2964]

I go old school! I use a Bunn 10 cup and I always enjoy the flavor it brings out. I am going to start grinding my own coffee.

[@kalijasin]

Thank you Ladies 😁

[@stantheman5163]

I'd recommend the Breville Bambino Plus semi-auto espresso maker. I have used it daily for over 2 years and it is fantastic. Automatic steam wand which you can set for temperature and amount of foam you want. Easy set up and clean up. I have my latte within minutes and the machine is cleaned and ready to go for the next morning. Paired it with a Rancilio Rocky burr grinder, but you can use a Capresso if you want to save some coin. I was a French Press guy, but the auto foam feature won me over with this machine. It is the key to easy peasy lattes.

[@andrewmccrea37]

I have a Bunn coffee maker (the home version from the common restaurant option). It's stamped with a Tim Hortons logo. It's a drip brewer which has a built-in hot water tank (200F for perfect flavour extraction) and uses gravity to brew a full 10-cup pot in less than three minutes. It makes the best coffee and is built like a tank. I'll never not own a Bunn in the future. Canadian sales tax included, all in it was $140.

[@keithkimbrell8616]

I have Hanna’s Moccamaster pot and a Baratza Sette Grinder. It’s heaven in the morning.

[@doobeone]

I love how Lisa has a full Cafe in her kitchen while in the back, uses a $55.00 Black and Decker microwave.

[@B__C]

Priorities.

[@hxhdfjifzirstc894]

I would bet money these kitchens are just another stage/set at ATK... it's not reasonable to make them film in their own kitchen at home. It's an invasion of privacy that adds zero value to the video.

[@allenlam9061]

This was a very enjoyable video, and now I know how a French press, which had always been a bit of a mystery to me, works. I wish, tho', that the Gearheads had included my personal favorite, the Aeropress, which costs about thirty bucks, makes wonderful coffee, and about which more people should have the opportunity to know.

[@Gupta907]

YES! I use my aeropress almost every day

[@elizabethheyenga9277]

Best ever. Just wish they'd make it in stainless steel, how much would that rock?

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

My minimalist set is a Kalita wave 155 and espro bloom pour over. I don't have a grinder yet, hot water out of a zojirushi hot water dispenser (one of my must have kitchen appliances I made a video about). Maximalist would be sette 270 grinder, ascaso dream pid espresso machine. If you're really into espresso and reading this, her espresso technique is lacking but ultimately if she's happy that's all that matters. You'll also quickly come to find out 500-800$ is on the cheap side of espresso making and typical a good set of grinder and machine will set you back 1000+ easily.

[@TechGorilla1987]

I use a Mellitta pour-over daily. I wouldn't have it any other way. I'm on my 3rd burr grinder though. Digital kettle at 207F completes the pair.

[@gaffawebber]

I have the same espresso machine as Lisa, except that mine is cranberry red. I absolutely LOVE it.

[@neilyaremchuk6798]

Lisa Mac rules!

[@chowdownwiththesharpes8441]

I don't drink coffee but that Breville Barista Machine is pretty snazzy! Great video Lisa and Hannah!

[@chrismalzahn8645]

All I need is a mason jar and my stainless steel filter! I only like cold brew.

[@stefanjohansson3670]

The Moccamaster is fantastic and simple. A bit pricey compared but if you drink a lot of coffee it makes sense. If you pay a dollar per day it's paid within first year. Our is +10y and still going strong. Also compare what you pay for your Starbucks.

[@jasonji1900]

Love my Breville. 7 years old and still going strong. And very flexible.

[@therockinwomanify]

I ALWAYS learn so much from you two! Also trust your feedback and have purchased some things based on your findings and also the test kitchen's findings! Thank you 😊

[@lisamcmanus6656]

Thanks so much for your kind words!

[@colby7625]

I have a little Mr Coffee 5 cup. I lightly grind Eight O'clock bean and I'm ready to go.

[@KenS1267]

Get a good burr grinder, a good electric kettle (one that can be set to not just boil water) and a Chemex pot. You'll have great coffee as as any machine and it will be better. I still have a French press but never use it. I got rid of the expensive drip machine entirely once I got the Chemex.

[@MikeKilo1969]

Ken Shaw I prefer French press to chemex.

[@nearlynativenursery8638]

I prefer my slightly lighter brewed so i can taste the subtle differences between various coffee beans and their specific complex notes of flavors. Most people make their coffee so dark and with chlorinated water so like drinking Army coffee and very bitter.

[@JerryGDawg56]

Helloooo Hannah!! Nice to see you back!!

[@deyesed]

Lisa - that pro drip machine is super cool. You could use some practice steaming milk though

[@lisamcmanus6656]

I do need practice!! There's always something to learn, and I enjoy playing with different techniques. One of these days I'll be doing latte foam art, you wait. :)

[@DrDocDRM]

Haven’t read all the comments, but no one mentioned the Aeropress yet. Makes a great “fake” espresso or just add more hot water to the cup for an Americano. 60-90 second brew time is great - I wish there was a SS version, though. Also, paired with a small hand cranked grinder it’s the best hiking/backpacking/camping coffee set up.

[@joetacchino4470]

I tried an aeropress and was disappointed in the results. I bought an Espro travel coffee press. It's about the same size as a thermal mug, but makes MUCH better coffee, IMO. I would try it, they aren't all that expensive!. The Espro presses really make some wonderful coffee. And even better...it's stainless. Brew time is 4 minutes, same as a normal french press. Not too bad.

[@durkadur27]

@@joetacchino4470 It was probably just you not knowing how to properly brew with the aeropress.

[@aaroncomerford8050]

I don't have quite as large as a collection as Lisa, but I have 2 moka pots and a chemex. I use the moka pots when I want a single serving. I used to use a french press but I prefer chemex filters now.

[@sarahmonster4936]

Thanks yall!

[@davidbuben3262]

Lisa, my go to is the exact same French press. With the beans and grind I use, I wait 3 minutes for the perfect color of coffee. Yup, I go by color. Slightly see through, and a golden dark yellow. Dark amberish. I Also check temp with my Mk4 thermapen, and use a bamboo chopstick to stir and bloom the grounds! I also crush in some Maldens seasalt onto the grounds. It mellows some of the bitterness. I did this, with tablesalt when I made percolator coffee for my parents as a young boy. I have no idea why I did that, just a hunch I guess. But mom and dad said it was very good. I think maybe I got the idea from my grandma. The best cook ever. She was born in 1887, and had 12 kids, herself, and one husband to cook for. I have hundreds of cousins. All across America.

[@Djoser122]

First, I am in love with these two women. I've had a culinary equipment crush on Lisa for years and Hannah is simply a stellar addition. I'm kind of more like Lisa, with regular Hannah preferences for simplicity. I have a Moccamaster, which is My Precious, but I also like to visit the other equipment I've collected: Aeropress, my old, very large ceramic Melitta pourover that I found in a thrift shop almost 20 years ago for $3, Wacaco hand espresso maker (good for travel), coffee sock, moka pot, French press, and vacuum/siphon pot. I never acquired an espresso machine mostly because of the cost for capable models, but also space reasons. Oh, Hannah, is that an orange countertop? I love it, I have one, too!

[@mon6745]

Lisa is such a coffee head - I love it lolop... double espresso... pressed... moka.... pour over

[@michaelarighi5268]

Bought my first Bialetti pot in 1966 and used it on a (probably illegal) hot plate in my dorm room. Sold it to a friend in FL who couldn't find one in the early 70s. I'm on about my 4th, at this point. They never wear out, but people keep wanting mine. Picked up a 1-cup in Italy (1 kg of ground Lavazza and the pot=$8.00). Gave it to a friend who'd watched our house while we were gone. I use a Saeco Aroma most of the time now, as my new induction cooktop won't heat a cast-aluminum pot.

[@JimUe1]

Lisa, you da real MVP.

[@jmu4508]

Great post. I think I fall somewhere in between! Have the OXO burr grinder; Have a Bodum French press, a Bialetti Brikka and a traditional Bialetti moka pot. All work great depending on what mood I'm in for coffee and taste fantastic. Having a strainer makes cleaning a French press easy and fast without getting the grinds down the sink. I had a Cuisinart drip machine lasting me 8 years before it died on me. Since my other makers do the job well, that I can make Americanos with the moka pots if I don't want full strength - I'll use these as my daily drivers until the day comes I can get the Bonavita or a Mochamaster. Most cheaper drip machines don't get hot enough to drink unless making a lot of cups at once. The other devices can make hot coffee and will last for many years with care, just replacing a steel filter or ring every few years or so. Thanks guys!

[@nowjustanother]

Okay, Lisa, I've got the Breville also, and you need to up your game. Get a food scale and weigh out (depending on the freshness of the beans and fineness of the grind), 18-19 grams of ground espresso for a 2 oz.shot. Use a calibrated tamper. And then put the cup on your food scale and do a manual extraction to 2X the number of grams of espresso that you put into the portafilter (i.e. 36 gms shot for 18 gms of ground coffee). The time should be 25-30 seconds. Adjust grind, tamp, or dose as needed.

[@RonLeedy]

I’m a maximalist. Besides the moment, I choose the method based on pairing it with food or by itself.

[@a.mariedixon-jenkins]

Since I only drink black coffee, the simpler the better. So I am with Hannah's setup. I also have 2 French press coffee makers, one glass like the Bodum and a stainless steel one. I prefer the stainless one best, for some reason the coffee taste better. I have a Cuisanant coffee maker I have had for 3 years.

[@toobalicious]

About 6 years ago, I splurged on a Technivorm Moccamaster. I literally use it every day and it consistently makes the best coffee I’ve been able to find. When my 1 year-old Baratza Vario-W coffee grinder died and the company basically told me “too bad, so sad” - I’ve switched to just buying 1 pound bags of high-end ground beans (which last about a week), and haven’t looked back. I do store them in a special sealed canister. My morning coffee preparation ritual takes about 5 minutes and rewards me with outstanding coffee. Clean-up is minimal and takes about 2-3 minutes (just a quick rinse then air-dry). I don’t baby the coffeemaker, and it just keeps running and is one of my favorite purchases ever. If the Moccamaster died, I’d go buy another one immediately.

[@chilldude30]

I have a load of coffe making methods, Moka pot, aeropress, v60, Flair espresso machine. And yet I find myself using my French the majority of the time. Easy and makes coffee so well, and I can use coarser grinds which is helpful because I have a Hario hand grinder. My next coffee acquisition will be a good grinder.

[@David_T]

I'm a big fan of the Melitta cone filter holder, it is about as simple as it gets. Since it uses a paper filter, you don't have to be too finicky about the grind of the coffee or having residual grounds in your coffee. I had a Espresso machine for a couple of years, but it took longer to clean up than it did to drink the shot of espresso. It was definitely too much work. They should have also mentioned that a 'cup' of coffee is between 4oz and 6oz. The French presses I've used had a cup size of 4oz.

[@314Tazo]

I, also, use the Melitta cone filter holder, it's ceramic. I could never understand the idea of spending so much money on equipment that will last a few years.

[@lisamcmanus6656]

Yes, you're right, cup sizes for coffee makers are all over the place, ranging from 4 to 6 ounces. None of them are the 8-ounce cup measure we expect in the kitchen. I wish they'd standardize this.

[@jeffvarley9792]

Thankyou for bringing your presentation to us all. I enjoyed it.

[@jettabartholomew1118]

To the minimalist... it's about the "process" 💚 For me it's the same way with; ☕coffee, 🍵tea, 🍹🍸cocktails, 🍷 wine 💚 Sometimes it just needs to be an "event" 💚💚💚

[@Gtank74]

100% nothing wrong with enjoying the process to add a bit of variety throughout by our day.

[@lizdriscoll1306]

What an awesome & most important informative episode. Enjoyed both overviews. Thx

[@slavkochepasov8134]

12:40 Love is the answer! You do it cause you love coffee in different forms. :)

[@msk3905]

I have 2 moccamaster glass carafe makers and they are fantastic! My wife needs scorching coffee and of the countless makers this hands down makes the hottest cup. Get the correct bean amount and it makes a fantastic cup of coffee! I hear lots of reviews that they are not reliable but i have nit experienced that at all, first was bought @2014 with second @2107 and both have been trouble free. Im sipping a cup from my 2014 maker as I type this

[@nobrien1]

I had the top MochaMaster but I found it to be flimsy and somehow I got a mold infestation in it that I couldn't get rid of. Yes, it made a good cup of coffee, but.... I replaced it with the Breville BDC400, which on its Gold Cup mode, brews coffee according to the SCA guidelines. I find the Breville coffee even better than the MocaMaster. And it has the plus that you can make up to a 20 ounce mug directly into the mug; perfect for my morning cup.

[@Bellabeebuzz]

Lance Hedrick is an amazing channel for milk steaming and latte art. Learning from him I always pull my shot before steaming milk and I've been able to start pouring art! The breville I've had for almost a year and I use it every sing day.

[@kippaseo8027]

They didn't test the Kenmore elite drip coffee maker which was rated number one by Consumer Reports. It looks a lot better and takes up less space then either 1 of those 2

[@Phlegethon]

Cold brew. Switched to this since work from home started.

[@Barb6106]

Adore my French press.. have used every morning for 20 years. A trick: pour over One Third of the water and wait 1 minute. Stir to break up the mix..then add the 2/3 water and wait 4 minutes. Press. You get no grit this way. Stirring before press makes grit. Best coffee ever

[@brookedolby6853]

I'm a maximalist with a minimalist budget. The only one I still need (I'm saving my money) is the espresso machine. When I need one of them, I have to go to the coffee shop. They still don't taste as good as the ones my son makes at his house. I have goals. hehe

[@karenseale9372]

I have a Moccamaster, which is awesome, but my personal favorite is the Aero-press.

[@SKG-d2t]

Needs to be redone & updated, looking forward to it.

[@Niftynorm1]

Wow this was a great video. Hannah could you consider making a video on how you set up and equip a small 'minimalist' kitchen? Just looking at yours I got some new ideas on improving use of space and handy storage. I would love the Technivorm coffee pot someday when I have the room. The only thing Lisa didn't have is a Vietnamese coffee maker. Maybe Lan has one she could try?

[@HiFiInsider]

you ladies are awesome. I learn something in every video. Thank YOU!

[@mykilpee]

Everyone has their favorite coffee. I like to do Mr Coffee because I can cook my hot dogs and steam my buns at the same time.

[@1Avatar]

I prefer the black and decker mini 😊

[@squirrelcovers6340]

Nothing better or cheaper than an old fashion percolator ♨

[@travelinghermit]

I use a French press daily. I find it less fussy than a drip machine, doesn't take up any room on the counter. Also, my SO drinks tea every day. So one kettle take care of us both! I won't lie, I prefer to enjoy my coffee, so it hurts to finish my brew and just dump the body thing into my travel cup and run out the door...

[@derrick_smitty]

It's nice to see positive vibe comments and read and respect peoples experiences, even though we are talking about coffee makers. I will stay away from political posts for a while.

[@BuellXB12SDucati1198]

French press is my preferred daily coffee brewing method. Cheap easy and perfect for my camper lifestyle. You guy's should test the 9barista as it's quickly growing in popularity for a simple espresso machine by design.

[@BadGirl-pn3qu]

Nespresso does all the heavy lifting without much work and produces an amazing espresso and half the cost!

[@shirleyhill2982]

I have a stainless steel vacuum walled french press from Ikea. It makes great coffee also keeps it hot.

[@annedwyer797]

I thought the Minimalist version would be French press or pour over, but Lisa covered those (she's really the "Varietyalist"!). THANK YOU for not featuring any Keurig-style machines that use those awful single-use, non-recyclable pods. Yes, they make a nice cup of coffee, but with the billions of the empty, used pods in the world, we could probably build a sports stadium or something. I don't know why people who like Keurigs don't use reusable pods more!? I guess they can't be bothered to fill them themselves. I read an article about 10 yrs. ago about the huge success of Keurig, and they quoted the designer as saying he kind of regretted creating the damn things because the pods can't be recycled. And then there was the problem several yrs ago where some recently-manufactured Keurigs wouldn't function unless genuine Keurig-approved pods were used (so you couldn't use refillables, even if you wanted to)

[@duanedelestienne2997]

I really appreciate the straightforward presentation of the different approaches to 'your daily coffee'. T=As always, the analytical approach is appreciated and both Lisa, and Hanna are great presenters.

[@ottopartz1]

If you like the strength of a cup from a french press but don't like the muddyness (solids), run it through a pour over filter.

I have a Braun and Folgers Decaf for my 93yr old Grandma. Thats what she likes and she's from the Greatest Generation. She told me so, 😆 You can argue with her about it but she might not remember

@Angel Bulldog she's 93 and walks around on her own. Never had a major health issue. Your argument is invalid.

@Angel Bulldog and actually I don't need to mention things like that. Its called minimize risk while minimizing anxiety. Try it. Take a deep breath and spin around real fast 😆

[@rsos8541]

Great job ladies

[@annedwyer797]

Although I'm not a daily, first-thing-when-I-get-up coffee drinker (neither of my parents were, and so none of my siblings and I are, either), I have several coffee makers that each are less than $25: classic drip brew, French press, pour over, and most recently, a cold brew maker (Yeah, i know you can do that in a French press, but I hate that inch of soggy grounds you get in an empty French press. With a cold brew maker, you take the chamber out and can let the grounds dry out before you clean it). I haven't decided yet which is my favorite method, maybe I'm like Lisa and it depends on my mood/the circumstances! I decided several yrs. ago that I no longer cared HOW the coffee's made, I just want it to be strong and good!

[@MildredGlutz]

I’ve been drinking coffee for many years, have tried many methods and love French press coffee best. Have not tried aeropress yet. Would like to.

[@kajenslv]

I LOVE my Technivorm Moccamaster and I’m on my 2nd capresso grinder! The most amazing coffee ever ❤️❤️❤️☕️☕️☕️

[@alainamonts]

i love this! also i got a technivorm because of ATK and would suggest looking for a used one on ebay! managed to get one with a cosmetic issue for $75!!!!

[@lisamcmanus6656]

awesome!

[@gs1150adv]

Great team for Gear Heads! Continued success!

[@jayrock4ya]

I have the Turkish pot and the French press. If I had the cash I be Maximalist too with all that gear. Always fun to see what I'm missing LOL!!

[@khue6377]

Great video guys ... Lisa that machine is really scary 😨

[@jerrybobteasdale]

Electric water kettle and a French press, baby. Sometimes I grind beans. Sometimes, I use coffee that was bought already ground. My hard water ruins coffee makers too quickly. Vinegar or coffee cleaners didn't help enough. And besides, that French press always makes better coffee than drip makers.

[@steveyork8069]

I use a percolator from the 1960’s it still makes the best coffee I’ve had.I don’t like Starbucks coffee is shite.A local small coffee shop has the second best coffee I’ve had and it’s made in a chemex ,but it’s still $3 for a 20 oz coffee.

[@susanmolnar9606]

I also have used an electric percolator all of my life! So simple to use and you get great Hot coffee every time. I don’t know why it’s never tested. ? Less than $100. Best coffee ever.

[@csbollard2698]

Bonavita coffee maker and 35 year old Mr. coffee grinder, great every time

[@TuliTheUnruly]

Wow, a 35 year run is impressive. I haven't even heard of a Bunn brewer lasting that long.

[@amethystjean1744]

I'll take the "minimalist" any day. My go do is aeropress for simplicity. It makes darn good simple coffee. I also find espresso doesn't taste good very quickly after brewing while drip coffee does so that one sounds amazing.

[@Ma_Ba]

Many coffee mugs on open shelving remarkable on topic of coffee too.

[@230bdaniel]

I use a Hario stone grinder, full manual, and a Melita pour-over filter. Less than $50 for everything except the beans. I buy green beans and roast them in a skillet on the stove. The cost for coffee is the same as the store brand coffee but tastes better than the whole beans in the gourmet coffee aisle. $3 for 3 pounds of green Sumatra beans on Amazon. So minimalist? Maybe. Best coffee? Yep.

[@scottjenkins4613]

I've owned a dozen or so auto coffee makers over the years and for several years I only purchased coffe from baristas, one a national brand chain and one an independant private gourmet shop (which was absolutely divine). Hands down best coffee I've ever sipped is boiled water and coffe in a cheap pot on my stovetop, then filtered directly into my cup. I feel bad for all the years I chased good coffee with my wallet. Buy good beans and a simple grinder that can make a very course to a very fine grind so you can try the difference.

[@typhon1861]

my minimalist coffee set up is $4 instant coffee with milk and sugar.