Coffee Makers: Which One is Right for Your Home?

Written By candace gasper

A cup of coffee from your favorite shop is one of the best treats. Yet, there’s something to be said about a good cup of coffee made right in the comfort of your own home. However, between single brewers, drip, presses, and more you may be wondering, “Is this the right coffee maker for me?” Whether you’re in the market for a new coffee maker or looking to replace your old one, we’re here to help you pick out the right one for you. 


Single-Cup Brewer 

When single-cup brewers first came out, they took the coffee world by storm. Finally, you could have that cup of joe at 3 PM without committing to a full pot. While the convenience alone may have sold you, these are some pros and cons of single-cup brewing devices. 


Pros: 

  • Easy to use 

  • Minimal to no cleanup time 

  • Quick to use when in a hurry 

  • Perfect for homes with diverse tastes in coffee 


Cons:

  • Limited in the type, roast, and brands you can use in the single-cup brewer

  • Least cost-effective method of home brewing 

  • Difficult to clean out and may result in mold 

  • Promotes wastefulness because of single-use 


With single-use brewing devices, you are limited to single-serve pods. However, you can buy reusable pods that allow you to fill the pod with your favorite Oakley Artisan Roasters coffee blends and flavors.


Drip Brewer 

One of the most common brewing methods, the Drip Brewer is tried and true. Offering one of the easiest ways to make a large batch of coffee for your home or office, the drip method can be a utilitarian solution. Despite the ease and convenience of a large batch, if you’ve ever made a pot of coffee at 9 am and poured another cup at 11 AM, then you know… it’s not great. 

When the glass or metal carafes sit on the hotplate for an extended period of time, the hot plate begins to “cook” the coffee; eventually burning it and making it taste inedible. 

Pros:

  • Easy to make batch coffee

  • Intuitive to use

  • Can be used for any brand of coffee

Cons:

  • Easy to make too much coffee

  • Can easily burn coffee

  • Needs to be turned off or risk fire-hazard

So, what’s the solution? 

If you think the drip brewer is right for your home or office but you’re worried about burnt coffee, we have a solution! Only make enough for who plans to drink the coffee. Otherwise, you’ll waste perfectly delicious coffee that just simply cannot be salvaged once it is burnt. With a drip brewer it’s easy to always just make more, so it’s better to play it safe.


French Press 

The French Press is often touted as the supreme coffee maker. Its ability to create rich coffee in a matter of minutes without compromising the integrity of the flavor is what makes it such a fan favorite. The French Press is usually viewed as one of the more expensive methods of brewing coffee at home or in the office. Although that may be the case for smaller French Presses, this type of coffee maker comes in various sizes and can yield upwards of 12 cups depending on size. 

French Press coffee makers are great for the home, office or even when traveling as they are typically small and easy to clean while on the road. All you need is boiling water, roughly ground coffee beans, and a little bit of patience while you wait for your brew. 

Pros:

  • Easy to travel with

  • Intuitive to use

  • Can be used with your favorite Oakley Artisan Roasters coffee

Cons:

  • Coffee grounder required to roughly ground beans

  • Additional equipment required to boil water

  • Requires additional attention during brewing


Pour Over 

Made popular by hipsters with impressive flannel collections and mustaches, Pour Over coffee makers are actually worth their hype. The pour-over isn’t just for your everyday coffee drinker. Typically, a pour-over maker is for the aficionados and those who have a serious appreciation for the art of coffee roasting and making. 

Pour-over coffee makers require patience and a lot of love for coffee. With extremely careful attention to the amount of coffee and the water temperature, pour-over coffee makers are ideal for those mornings where you have a few extra hours to slowly prepare and enjoy your coffee. You don’t need to be cool or a hipster to own one, you just simply need time and composure. 

Pros:

  • A more detailed and intimate experience for brewing coffee at home

  • Purity in the coffee allowing you to truly taste the unique notes of each batch of beans

  • Impressive to guests and family

    Cons:

  • Requires patience

  • Additional cleaning and maintenance

  • Investment in additional accessories may be required

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