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What to look for when buying coffee machines ? (lemm.ee)

submitted 4 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Having recently graduated from instant coffee and currently being stuck with using using tea infuser to make coffee I'd like to know what to look for when doing research on coffee machines

If location is relevant I'm in Queensland, Australia

Edit: got a breville barista express

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 4 weeks ago (1 children)

With drip machines the trick is finding one that gets the water hot enough for proper extraction. Most of them do not. As mentioned elsewhere in the thread, the Mocca Master is the gold standard here, but it's expensive.
Of course, the easiest way to get boiling water is with a kettle, and if you can forego the convenience of a drip machine there are a bunch of brewing methods where you supply the water. The French press, the Aeropress and the Hairo V60 pour-over are popular options.

The main thing, though, if you're serious about the flavor of your coffee, is to grind your own beans.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 4 weeks ago

And make sure those beans have a recent roast date. A lot of coffee bags sold in grocery stores near me don't even post their roast date.

If you like coffee from a local shop, see if they'll sell you a bag.