Aeropres anyone ?

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So i'm on amazon today just minding my own business and ran across this thing http://www.amazon.com/AeroPress-Coffee-Espresso-zippered-Filters/dp/B002ZD3QJC/?tag=ihco-20 . I had never even heard of this before, generally I just french brew my coffee. It looks like it would be pretty handy for camping or maybe even packing on vacation so you didn't have to look for a Starbucks in order to get a decent cup. Have any of you guys used this and whats your experience ? I generally like a couple of cups of coffee at a time.
 
Had one for a couple of years. It makes literally the best coffee even at home, even out of crappy coffee. It's a little tiring if you are making it for a crowd instead of 1-2 cups.

Get the reusable stainless steel filter in addition to the throwaway paper ones.
 
I have one and I think it makes a great cup of coffee. Easy to clean up and quick. For a cup or two it is great, any more than that and you should stick with your French press. It basically makes espresso. You press it into your cup, then add some hot water to your preference.
 
Got one a few months ago. It was originally purchased for camping coffee, but I use it every morning. Best coffee I've made on my own. No silt like French press coffee.
 
I don't see how you get good coffee in 30 sec. It's basically french press, which calls for 4 minutes but I brew for 10-15 min to get a good flavorful cup. And what's the lower temperature? You don't use "near boiling" water for french press. You're supposed to let the water cool. I let it cool for about a minute or so, after taking it off at first simmer, not a rolling boil, to get a temp of 170-180 for proper flavor. Otherwise you "scald" the grounds. Still I'd love to try this in my truck. It would be easier to store than my stainless press pot.
 
I use it as well and agree with everything said above.

I will add that I have found that an espresso grind is necessary for my tastes. If the grind is too course you wind up using a lot of grounds.

I also pack it in my bag when traveling for work to use in whatever hotel I find myself in.
 
JCruse said:
I don't see how you get good coffee in 30 sec. It's basically french press, which calls for 4 minutes but I brew for 10-15 min to get a good flavorful cup. And what's the lower temperature? You don't use "near boiling" water for french press. You're supposed to let the water cool. I let it cool for about a minute or so, after taking it off at first simmer, not a rolling boil, to get a temp of 170-180 for proper flavor. Otherwise you "scald" the grounds. Still I'd love to try this in my truck. It would be easier to store than my stainless press pot.
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It's the same principal as the commercial (ie: Starbucks) expesso machines. What those machines do with steam, this does with pressure.

Stir for 30 seconds, press slowly for 20 seconds. The PSI is very high. Same as you said, boil water then let cool for about a minute.

There are boatloads of videos and even barrista competitions using the aeropress:

Interesting for those who care, the inventor of this is the same as the Aerobie frisbee from the 80's: http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51-0OpiESiL._SX300_.jpg
 
I love my Aeropress great coffee and for me the bean consumption is not bad. But for being on the trail the best thing about the Aeropress is the cleanup. I used to use a french press but it is a PITA to clean. The Aeropress twist the filter off pop the plunger and a light rinse and your done.
 
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lumpy70 said:
Interesting for those who care, the inventor of this is the same as the Aerobie frisbee from the 80's:
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now that's pretty cool
 
Interesting info. So what are you guys using for a grinder ? I was looking into the Harie ( think thats right ) hand grinder because it got such good reviews. My electric grinder really doesn't make the grounds very consistent if that makes a difference.
 
Although the grinder in pour over-ville isn't quite as critical as for espresso...while in shopping mode you should look at Feldgrind by made by knock and Orphan Espresso Lido 3 grinders. Both are excellent grinders that won't leave you wondering if better in the cup flavor is just around the corner with another grinder. And they are heirloom quality...fits right in with the Land Cruiser crowd ;)

For those that are not fully immersed (yet :D) you won't believe the flavor difference in the cup using a real grinder...yes even for Aeropress and/or pour over. Generally the grinder will be your biggest investment that has the largest relative contribution to what gets past your lips; second to quality fresh beans of course ;)

For larger burr set (and form factor though) the Mahlgut Grist MG-1 is without peer.

feldgrind
OE Lido 3 Manual Coffee Grinder
 
@spressomon holy smokes ! One of those grinders retails for over $100 but looks to be unobtanium and the other was $175 in the one place that I found it. That Feldgrind does look really kick ass, pretty sure my wife would not think highly of me purchasing it though.
 
Well color me embarrassed! Just got an Aeropress yesterday. My god that is one smoooth cup of Joe..! I'm still trying to get the whole mix right but that also proves the point. My first cup was way too strong, but not at all bitter or acidic tasting. That's some trick!
And the size is awesome. Since all you need to bring is the tube, plunger and bottom cap, the whole coffee pot/maker practically fits inside your hand. This is perfect for the truck. A new permanent accessory!
Thanks to everyone who suggested it.
 
While visiting Nossa Familia Roaster in Portland last spring they brewed me a high zoot uber expensive cup of coffee using the Aeropress; gratis but mum's the word :D. I'm not a coffee drinker ;) but it was flat out the best cup of coffee I've ever tasted. Incredible.

If not for being the espresso nut I am...I'd use an Aeropress especially when hurry camping with limited water on board. Of course it takes a good burr grinder to coax all that a given bean has to offer...fortunately we now have many solid choices.
 
spressomon said:
Of course it takes a good burr grinder to coax all that a given bean has to offer...fortunately we now have many solid choices.
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Is there a more budget option of burr grinder that will give at least consistent results ? I would love to get one of the nice ones you posted above, but would rather stay in the under $50 range.
 
spressomon said:
While visiting Nossa Familia Roaster in Portland last spring they brewed me a high zoot uber expensive cup of coffee using the Aeropress; gratis but mum's the word :D. I'm not a coffee drinker ;) but it was flat out the best cup of coffee I've ever tasted. Incredible.

If not for being the espresso nut I am...I'd use an Aeropress especially when hurry camping with limited water on board. Of course it takes a good burr grinder to coax all that a given bean has to offer...fortunately we now have many solid choices.
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The Aeropress makes espresso. And I'm willing to bet a damn good one too! It's the first thing in the directions. On the box too.

Would you happen to remember the type of coffee served in Portland? I sometimes get single source coffee's to roast but it's hard to select a good one when you're flying blind.









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