Travel Espresso Maker

[93legendti]

I don't like instant coffee and I'm not a fan of Starbucks' Via.

I have a travel French Press, but I prefer espresso.

How about espresso makers for travelling - what are my options?
Thanks.

[Jawn P]

Not exactly espresso to a T, but has a Moka pot and small hot plate crossed your mind?

[false_Aest]

i use a handpresso daily at home.

its awesome.

just add boiling water.


trying to figure out if I can hook it up to my bike pump.

[neiltron]

Try the Aeropress..I have one and use it when I'm working at a jobsite without running water.

Aeropress (http://aerobie.com/products/aeropress.htm)

[thwart]

Handpresso... like a Lezyne but better.

You already have the muscle memory for it.

[93legendti]

Not exactly espresso to a T, but has a Moka pot and small hot plate crossed your mind?
I have a Moka pot (or 2) and don't even need a hot plate, 'cuz the places we are staying have small kitchens-so that's a pretty good idea.

[93legendti]

Handpresso... like a Lezyne but better.

You already have the muscle memory for it.
Ah, the Illy-that's also a good suggestion

[93legendti]

Try the Aeropress..I have one and use it when I'm working at a jobsite without running water.

Aeropress (http://aerobie.com/products/aeropress.htm)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GXZ2GS/ref=sr_1_49?ie=UTF8&ie%20UTF8=&s=kitchen&qid=1197672580&sr=1-49

That looks simple and the price can't be beat.


Wow, 3 great suggestions. Thanks guys!

[93legendti]

i use a handpresso daily at home.

its awesome.

just add boiling water.


trying to figure out if I can hook it up to my bike pump.
You could probably get a patent on a bike pump espresso maker-just the thing for cross country self supported bike trips...

[William]

Sweetmaria's gave it a good review. They know coffee. That's where I get my fresh green beans from.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AtD8u9oSG4A



William

[93legendti]

Sweetmaria's gave it a good review. They know coffee. That's where I get my fresh green beans from.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AtD8u9oSG4A



William
Thanks. For the price of the Aeropress, it seems like I can't go wrong.

[neiltron]

My favorite part of the Aeropress, aside from the coffee, is the grounds get compressed into a little hockey puck of goodness. Give it a good whack to knock the grounds out into a trash/compost can and it's more or less clean. It's much easier to use and clean up than a french press.

[oldguy00]

Another rec. for the Aeropress. I use it to make regular coffee, not espresso. Works great.

[mschol17]

AEROPRESS ISN'T ESPRESSO. It's coffee.

For on the go espresso, check out the Mypressi Twist.

http://www.home-barista.com/reviews/mypressi-twist-second-look-t12595.html

[Cinci Jim]

Try the Aeropress..I have one and use it when I'm working at a jobsite without running water.

Aeropress (http://aerobie.com/products/aeropress.htm)

+1 to the Aeropress

[shinomaster]

These are good if you do it right, as in really good. To make a killer Vietnamese coffee add sweetened condensed milk and ice. Yum.
("www.roaste.com"/product/Heirloom-Vietnamese-Coffee/Vietnamese-Phin-Filter-Coffee-Maker)

[93legendti]

These (http://www.roaste.com/product/Heirloom-Vietnamese-Coffee/Vietnamese-Phin-Filter-Coffee-Maker-7-oz.?utm_source=Google-Shopping&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Google-Shopping) are good if you do it right, as in really good. To make a killer Vietnamese coffee add sweetened condensed milk and ice. Yum.
damn, that sounds tasty

[Kirk007]

These (http://www.roaste.com/product/Heirloom-Vietnamese-Coffee/Vietnamese-Phin-Filter-Coffee-Maker-7-oz.?utm_source=Google-Shopping&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Google-Shopping) are good if you do it right, as in really good. To make a killer Vietnamese coffee add sweetened condensed milk and ice. Yum.

Agreed really good but not very quick if you need that first cuppa in a hurry...

[Steve in SLO]

Just a Q, but isn't the Aeropress like a French Press with a paper filter instead of a steel mesh one?

[shinomaster]

Agreed really good but not very quick if you need that first cuppa in a hurry...

You also need to use coarsely ground coffee or it will get clogged.

[Kirk007]

AEROPRESS ISN'T ESPRESSO. It's coffee.

For on the go espresso, check out the Mypressi Twist.

http://www.home-barista.com/reviews/mypressi-twist-second-look-t12595.html

THAT is cool. Lotsa CO2 cartridges though - which you can't take on airplanes - serious limit on practicality.

[93legendti]

Agreed really good but not very quick if you need that first cuppa in a hurry...
Yup, looking for the morning jolt to get up and go.

Shino's suggestion sounds great after a morning run/ride in 95 degree weather.

[Kirk007]

Yup, looking for the morning jolt to get up and go.

Shino's suggestion sounds great after a morning run/ride in 95 degree weather.

It's a great pick me up - deadly combo of caffeine and sugar. If there are any vietnamese restaurants near you you should check it out - everyone I've ever been in serves it.

[William]

These (http://www.roaste.com/product/Heirloom-Vietnamese-Coffee/Vietnamese-Phin-Filter-Coffee-Maker-7-oz.?utm_source=Google-Shopping&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Google-Shopping) are good if you do it right, as in really good. To make a killer Vietnamese coffee add sweetened condensed milk and ice. Yum.

I used to get that at a little Thai market in Beaverton. Mmm-mmm good! :beer:

A vid with a cute woman making coffee... :)
http://vietnamese-coffee.com/brewing_phin_filter.php



William

[monkeywobble]

Just a Q, but isn't the Aeropress like a French Press with a paper filter instead of a steel mesh one?

yes.

you can also get a reusable metal filter now:

http://www.amazon.com/COAVA-DISK-Aeropress-Stainless-Coffee/dp/B004G7TLYO

[oldguy00]

Just a Q, but isn't the Aeropress like a French Press with a paper filter instead of a steel mesh one?

But the aeropress paper filter allows you to use a much finer grind than you can with a french press, thus the ability to make an OK shot of espresso.

[stickville]

Great product! Very simple, nothing to break or malfunction. The coffee is less bitter than from a mocha pot.
I have used it on bike trips and used hot tap water and still had a great cup of joe!!

[SEABREEZE]

This thread is an example why this bike forum is dynamite and goes beyond bikes.

I certainly learned a lot, thanks to all for posting

[93legendti]

This thread is an example why this bike forum is dynamite and goes beyond bikes.

I certainly learned a lot, thanks to all for posting
Me too.

Thanks everyone.

I'm ordering the Aeropress.

[climbgdh]

+100 on the aeropress. it's great. have been using one for 4 years or so now. easy to take on trips or whatever. makes a great cup of coffee. less messy than a french press for sure.

[fatallightning]

aeropress. doesn't do true espresso, but definitely a strong italian coffee, which honestly what a moka pot is as well. the brew process is much cleaner and uniform then a french press or moka pot. also less harsh.

[stickville]

I orginally purchased mine for camping, but it has become my everyday cup of joe. Very durable and simple--no pumps, grinders or complex seals that break or leak.

Try using water at different temperatures for different tasting coffee. The recomended 180' water makes a very good shot with "creme" on top. Water at 160' produces a smoother, less dense shot with little or no creme.

The aeropress is inexpensive and should not be compared to a $1000+ expresso machine. For the money, I think you will be hard pressed to find a better expresso/coffee maker.

I showed my aeropress to my local roaster and they loved it. They use brewed coffee instead of water and make a very caffinated beverage!

[93legendti]

My aeropress arrived today...time to pick up some grounds.
Thanks again.

[seshboy]

Love my aeropress! :banana:

[maxdog]

Sounds interesting, if it wasn't plastic, I'd get one.