Which manual coffee machine should I choose?

17/08/2021

by coffees.gr

A quick look at the most popular manual coffee machines.

Traveling the world of coffee, many coffee shop owners find the need to take things a step further. Better blends, single-variety coffees, search for techniques for better extraction are just some of the steps that every coffee lover will take in order to discover the coffee that best suits him and his personal taste sensation. The different, original coffee machines are, without a doubt, one of these steps!

Manual coffee machines are cheap, easy to use and "withstand" a lot of experimentation - the best for anyone who loves coffee and wants to try new flavors. Whether we love filter coffee and want to upgrade it, or are looking for the roots of traditional Italian coffee or, finally, want to take the big step towards the exotic recipes of Southeast Asia, a manual coffee machine will free our hands.

But which one to choose, with so many options available? We have prepared a small crash test - market guide, which we believe will help anyone who wants to try something different.

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Moka Pot: From the interwar period, when it appeared, and until today, the Moka Pot (or, in other words, the espresso maker in our time) remains an iconic coffee machine, perhaps the most recognizable and beloved in the world - the fact that it has find a place in museums of Modern Art, Design and Industrial Design, it is certainly not accidental. The Italians simply call her "the coffee maker" and her fanatics around the world literally swear by her name.

The coffee extracted from a Moka Pot is characterized by a strong aroma, full body and is very enjoyable, and it is the closest one can enjoy espresso without using the relevant machine. There are many communities on the internet where Moka Pot fans suggest tips and techniques that improve the coffee that brings out this humble but miraculous "cup".

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Pour Over Glass Coffee Maker: Those who love filter coffee, agree that the best way to enjoy it is in a Pour Over glass coffee maker, as it gives the user complete control over the process. All the "variables" that can turn a boring filter coffee mug into a unique coffee experience, such as grinding, temperature, time, etc. can be completely controlled, in an extraction that is more troublesome than the corresponding automatic machines, but with incomparably better result.

The coffee extracted from a Pour Over glass coffee maker is characterized by rich aroma, clear, pure taste and perfect balance. If you love Arabica, or if you want to explore the unique flavor profile of single-variety coffees, a Pour Over glass coffee maker is the best way to get started.

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Vietnam Dripper Pot: The simple coffee machine that is synonymous with the coffee culture of the countries of Southeast Asia, begins and finds fanatical friends in the West as well. It is no coincidence that the traditional recipes of countries such as Vietnam, Thailand and India are based on this small, easy to use but very smart machine that extracts filter coffee uniquely.

Coffee from a Vietnam Dripper Pot is aromatic but also strong, and in Asian countries it is always mixed with plenty of milk and plenty of sugar, while it is drunk either hot or cold. If you are looking for something different than usual, look for unique Asian Coffee recipes and travel to distant, exotic places with a Vietnam Dripper Pot.

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Dripper: Perhaps the simplest and most minimal coffee machine ever created, the dripper is nothing more than a "filter" that fits into a jug or mug. Then, after applying the paper filter, we extract our coffee directly in our container, completely controlling the process and adapting it in order to achieve the maximum efficiency of our coffee, in terms of aroma and taste.

The coffee that is extracted from a dripper is similar to the one that we will get from a Pour Over coffee machine, with the difference that in the dripper the consumables are necessary (paper filter), while on the other hand the cleaning, storage and transport are still easier, making it ideal for a vacation.