Choosing The Right Coffee Maker For Every Coffee Lover

When it comes to making coffee, everyone is looking for a little something different in not only their brew, but also the process of crafting the right cup. Fortunately, whether you’re at home, on the road, in the office, or hosting friends and family, there are plenty of options that can make producing a cup for one or a pot for plenty quick and easy. Here’s how to choose a coffee maker that’s right for you based on what type of coffee drinker you are.

For Iced Coffee Fanatics: Cold Brew Coffee Maker

If summer temps have you ditching hot beverages or you simply like the bold, smooth flavor of cold brew year-round, a coffee maker that specializes in cold brew may be just the thing to keep you caffeinated and happy whether you need a big batch to serve the whole family or prefer to make just a serving or two.

Those who have the fridge space and need a bigger batch will find a larger device like the Cold Brew Coffee Maker exceedingly useful. Just steep your grounds in water for 12-24 hours in the fully-contained system and drain the cold brew concentrate into the included vessel. Then you can stash the contents in the fridge and sip on them for a few days or pour a round for friends and family on a warm afternoon.

Those with less space or who only need one or two cups can prepare a few servings in a brewer like the Compact Cold Brew Maker, which prepares up to 24 ounces at a time. The whole setup can then be disassembled and nested together for easy storage.

For Big Families and Dinner Parties: 9- or 12-Cup Drip Coffee Maker

For those who love hosting holiday breakfasts, family dinners, and late-night get togethers with friends, a more traditional drip-style coffee maker may be the easiest choice. It can make large batches of coffee fast and with little fuss or mess so you can easily set it, forget it, and get back to game night.

A good place to start is with a 9-Cup Coffee Maker that prepares enough for a group to even have seconds. Want to keep the pot handy at the table or on the patio without worrying about its contents getting cold? Opt for a coffee maker with a thermal carafe to prevent serving a lukewarm cup. For a larger group, or a whole family who likes a nice big mug every morning, opt for a large carafe, like a 12-Cup Coffee Maker.

For On-the-Go Coffee Aficionados: Rapid Brewer

When you crave quality coffee no matter where you are, a portable coffee-making solution is all but required. These types of devices are well suited for office dwellers, hotel frequenters, roadtrippers, and campers who want to prepare a cup or two with a compact system in no time.

For that, the Rapid Brewer is the perfect remedy for lazy mornings at the campground or midday stops on the road. It’s compact enough to fit inside luggage, your backseat, or in your desk, and makes hot or cold coffee so you don’t need access to a stove or an outlet. Just pour in your favorite grounds, add water, pump and press for a concentrated cold brew or espresso-style cup anytime, anywhere.

Bottom Line

Choosing the right coffee maker for you depends largely on where you’ll be brewing, how many cups you’ll need, whether you like your coffee hot or cold, and how much time you want to spend preparing coffee versus enjoying it. Once you take your needs and preferences into consideration, the choice should be an easy one.

Still not sure which type of coffee maker is right for you or your loved ones? Check out Talovira’s Coffee Maker Finder. Answer a few questions about your coffee preferences, and it will suggest the best brewer for you. Just don’t forget the grinder! A conical burr grinder will make quick and quality work of whole beans (learn how to get the perfect grind for every brew) so you can enjoy the freshest cup of coffee outside your local coffee shop. Then check out some tips for brewing the best coffee at home and savor every cup.