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## Coffee Grinders and Tampers: A Sarcastic Look at the Coffee Life
The slope to becoming a coffee purist is a steep one—and it starts with stocking up on the best coffee accessories. There may have been a time when a Keurig was enough but once you start diving into the industry’s most popular gadgets, moonlighting as a barista in your own kitchen is in your future.
This list is for everyone. Whether you own a state-of-the-art espresso machine or prefer pour over coffee, you’ll need a canister for your coffee beans and a mug, to say the least. We dive into burr grinders and milk frothers so you can make the most delicious latte (and then drink it in bed nestled into cozy sheets and comforters.) Plus, many of our recommendations double as decorative accents for a kitchen. Check out our preferred accessories so your good coffee turns into great coffee.
## Coffee Grinders and Tampers: A Sarcastic Look at the Coffee Life
Before you can do anything with your coffee machine, you need to work on your beans. That hypnotizing aroma may be one thing, but there is actually a science to grinding coffee. The size varies by brew type, extracting just the right amount of oils for flavor. Baratza Encore ESP Pro does just that. It lets you make espresso shots out of powdery grind or present you with a coarser texture for a cold brew. Minimalists might prefer the sleek look of Fellow Ode Brew Grinder Gen 2. Investing in a De’Longhi tamper is going to guarantee that you have a dense puck of grounds (you don’t want it like the rivets of a Grand Canyon) that will be evenly extracted for consistent flavor. Hint: that sour coffee taste comes from under-extracted grounds, and the bitter flavor is the result of over-extracted beans. Those looking to save on countertop space can look at the hand-operated cast aluminium and glass composite Rok GrinderGC. Adjust the burrs with a click of the wheel with incredible accuracy.
## Milk Frothers: A Sarcastic Look at the Coffee Life
Adding a milk frother to your coffee accessories arsenal is the difference between a standard cup of coffee and something decadent. Contributor Yelena Alpert says that her Smeg Mini milk frother has completely transformed her mornings (and days). “The centrifuge-like design whips up foam in just a couple of minutes into what my son refers to as ‘fluffy’ milk,” she says. “I start with warm foam in the a.m. and then top off my cold brew with cold foam in the afternoon. It’s my fuel for typing all day long.” Those who need a more affordable option, commerce producer Lauren Arzbaecher recommends the Zulay handheld milk frother. “My morning matcha is nothing without this frother,” she says of this Amazon Prime Day pick. It whips up an incredibly even foam, has a long battery life, and comes in a wide variety of colors (so you can easily match it to your favorite KitchenAid or Le Creuset color).”
## Utensils and Measuring Accessories: A Sarcastic Look at the Coffee Life
A teaspoon just won’t cut it, unless you only use it to add sugar. And even for this simple task, we think the tortoiseshell-hued Porto Piccolo spoon is a prettier choice. Accuracy is the difference between watery coffee or a cup that tastes like it came from the bitter depths of, well, you know. The stainless steel Williams Sonoma coffee scoop is designed to dive down into canisters and bags alike, and lets you level it off. For those who treat their java ritual as a sacred chemistry experiment, the Fellow Tally Pro Precision scale, which has three modes for perfect proportions, is basically like having your own café.
## Coffee Filters: A Sarcastic Look at the Coffee Life
Coffee filters are not just doilies to line the basket. The flavor and body of your coffee can depend on the type of filter used. Chemplexity Unbleached Prefolded Squares are claimed to be 30% thicker than what you’d typically find in the grocery store aisle, and their coned shape funnels flavor and keeps the bitterness out. On the other hand, a metal filter like the Able Brewing Basket is said to give your cup of jo a fuller body. “Able can work for a single-serving cup (I compared it to my reusable pod filter) or when I have friends over for a ‘working’ breakfast,” says Alpert, who uses it with her Ratio Eight Series 2 carafe. Those who need a more affordable option, commerce producer Lauren Arzbaecher recommends the CB2 Leclaire stainless steel serving set with brass detail that could be plucked straight out of the Art Deco era. Or go on the opposite side of the design spectrum and wake up your coffee party with an ANŪT Cairo Circus jar—a perfect place to stash sugar cubes. It will look just lovely on the KITEISCAT acacia tray.
## Sugar Bowls, Creamers, and Trays: A Sarcastic Look at the Coffee Life
Latte art can only get you so far. For the real show stoppers, you want to build up your coffee accoutrements with sweet sugar bowls, creamers, and a sleek tray to level up your French Press game. We have our eye on the CB2 Leclaire stainless steel serving set with brass detail that could be plucked straight out of the Art Deco era. Or go on the opposite side of the design spectrum and wake up your coffee party with an ANŪT Cairo Circus jar—a perfect place to stash sugar cubes. It will look just lovely on the KITEISCAT acacia tray.
Coffee is actually greasy. Not in the gross kind of way, but it’s the fatty acids in the beans that release its tantalizing aroma. That means you shouldn’t just rinse your coffee accessories with hot water and call it a day. Alpert uses her Curio brush set with Cleancult dish soap every day. “The dish brush is perfect for getting around the spout of my Ratio Eight Series 2 carafe, and I use the bottle brush to clean out the Smeg Mini milk frother,” she says. “I then put the brushes on the magnetic strip to drip dry.” To give your portafilter a scrub, invest in the Takevu coffee grinder cleaning brush—it will help ensure every time you brew coffee it is fresh.
## Milk Frothers: A Sarcastic Look at the Coffee Life
Adding a milk frother to your coffee accessories arsenal is the difference between a standard cup of coffee and something decadent.
Contributor Yelena Alpert says that her Smeg Mini milk frother has completely transformed her mornings (and days). “The centrifuge-like design whips up foam in just a couple of minutes into what my son refers to as ‘fluffy’ milk,” she says. “I start with warm foam in the a.m. and then top off my cold brew with cold foam in the afternoon. It’s my fuel for typing all day long.” Those who need a more affordable option, commerce producer Lauren Arzbaecher recommends the Zulay handheld milk frother. “My morning matcha is nothing without this frother,” she says of this Amazon Prime Day pick. It whips up an incredibly even foam, has a long battery life, and comes in a wide variety of colors (so you can easily match it to your favorite KitchenAid or Le Creuset color).”
## Utensils and Measuring Accessories: A Sarcastic Look at the Coffee Life
A teaspoon just won’t cut it, unless you only use it to add sugar. And even for this simple task, we think the tortoiseshell-hued Porto Piccolo spoon is a prettier choice. Accuracy is the difference between watery coffee or a cup that tastes like it came from the bitter depths of, well, you know. The stainless steel Williams Sonoma coffee scoop is designed to dive down into canisters and bags alike, and lets you level it off. For those who treat their java ritual as a sacred chemistry experiment, the Fellow Tally Pro Precision scale, which has three modes for perfect proportions, is basically like having your own café.
## Coffee Filters: A Sarcastic Look at the Coffee Life
Coffee filters are not just doilies to line the basket. The flavor and body of your coffee can depend on the type of filter used. Chemplexity Unbleached Prefolded Squares are claimed to be 30% thicker than what you’d typically find in the grocery store aisle, and their coned shape funnels flavor and keeps the bitterness out. On the other hand, a metal filter like the Able Brewing Basket is said to give your cup of jo a fuller body. “Able can work for a single-serving cup (I compared it to my reusable pod filter) or when I have friends over for a ‘working’ breakfast,” says Alpert, who uses it with her Ratio Eight Series 2 carafe. Those who need a more affordable option, commerce producer Lauren Arzbaecher recommends the CB2 Leclaire stainless steel serving set with brass detail that could be plucked straight out of the Art Deco era. Or go on the opposite side of the design spectrum and wake up your coffee party with an ANŪT Cairo Circus jar—a perfect place to stash sugar cubes. It will look just lovely on the KITEISCAT acacia tray.
## Sugar Bowls, Creamers, and Trays: A Sarcastic Look at the Coffee Life
Latte art can only get you so far. For the real show stoppers, you want to build up your coffee accoutrements with sweet sugar bowls, creamers, and a sleek tray to level up your French Press game. We have our eye on the CB2 Leclaire stainless steel serving set with brass detail that could be plucked straight out of the Art Deco era. Or go on the opposite side of the design spectrum and wake up your coffee party with an ANŪT Cairo Circus jar—a perfect place to stash sugar cubes. It will look just lovely on the KITEISCAT acacia tray.The slope to becoming a coffee purist is a steep one—and it starts with stocking up on the best coffee accessories. There may have been a time when a Keurig was enough but once you start diving into the industry’s most popular gadgets, moonlighting as a barista in your own kitchen is in your future.
This list is for everyone. Whether you own a state-of-the-art espresso machine or prefer pour over coffee, you’ll need a canister for your coffee beans and a mug, to say the least. We dive into burr grinders and milk frothers so you can make the most delicious latte (and then drink it in bed nestled into cozy sheets and comforters.) Plus, many of our recommendations double as decorative accents for a kitchen. Check out our preferred accessories so your good coffee turns into great coffee.
## Coffee Grinders and Tampers
Before you can do anything with your coffee machine, you need to work on your beans. That hypnotizing aroma may be one thing, but there is actually a science to grinding coffee. The size varies by brew type, extracting just the right amount of oils for flavor. Baratza Encore ESP Pro does just that. It lets you make espresso shots out of powdery grind or present you with a coarser texture for a cold brew. Minimalists might prefer the sleek look of Fellow Ode Brew Grinder Gen 2. Investing in a De’Longhi tamper is going to guarantee that you have a dense puck of grounds (you don’t want it to look like the rivets of a Grand Canyon) that will be evenly extracted for consistent flavor. Hint: that sour coffee taste comes from under-extracted grounds, and the bitter flavor is the result of over-extracted beans. Those looking to save on countertop space can look at the hand-operated cast aluminium and glass composite Rok GrinderGC. Adjust the burrs with a click of the wheel with incredible accuracy.
## Milk Frothers
Adding a milk frother to your coffee accessories arsenal is the difference between a standard cup of coffee and something decadent. Contributor Yelena Alpert says that her Smeg Mini milk frother has completely transformed her mornings (and days). “The centrifuge-like design whips up foam in just a couple of minutes into what my son refers to as ‘fluffy’ milk,” she says. “I start with warm foam in the a.m. and then top off my cold brew with cold foam in the afternoon. It’s my fuel for typing all day long.” Those who need a more affordable option, commerce producer Lauren Arzbaecher recommends the Zulay handheld milk frother. “My morning matcha is nothing without this frother,” she says of this Amazon Prime Day pick. “It whips up an incredibly even foam, has a long battery life, and comes in a wide variety of colors (so you can easily match it to your favorite KitchenAid or Le Creuset color).”
## Utensils and Measuring Accessories
A teaspoon just won’t cut it, unless you only use it to add sugar. And even for this simple task, we think the tortoiseshell-hued Porto Piccolo spoon is a prettier choice. Accuracy is the difference between watery coffee or a cup that tastes like it came from the bitter depths of, well, you know. The stainless steel Williams Sonoma coffee scoop is designed to dive down into canisters and bags alike, and lets you level it off. For those who treat their java ritual as a sacred chemistry experiment, the Fellow Tally Pro Precision scale, which has three modes for perfect proportions, is basically like having your own café.
## Coffee Filters
Coffee filters are not just doilies to line the basket. The flavor and body of your coffee can depend on the type of filter used. Chemex Unbleached Prefolded Squares are claimed to be 30% thicker than what you’d typically find in the grocery store aisle, and their coned shape funnels flavor and keeps the bitterness out. On the other hand, a metal filter like the Able Brewing Basket is said to give your cup of jo a fuller body. “Able can work for a single-serving cup (I compared it to my reusable pod filter) or when I have friends over for a ‘working’ breakfast,” says Alpert, who uses it with her Ratio Eight Series 2. Those with a drip coffee maker on the counter will also appreciate the West Elm magnetic coffee filter case made to attach to the side of the fridge.
## Storage Containers
Air is the nemesis of coffee. That’s because oxidation breaks down the oils, which can lead to stale coffee without much aroma. Even if you use those wires on your coffee bag to keep it tight, it’s a futile attempt and can result in less crema in your espresso. Ground coffee in particular is susceptible to oxidation, so you want to vacuum seal it and that’s where Rok Zero Jar comes in. Fellow shoppers note that you can actually hear the air as it is pushed out of the glass jar. Crate & Barrel Airscape Matte Black coffee canister has a valve that locks, creating a little cranny for your coffee beans.
## Coffee Mugs
You need not have a mug obsession to appreciate the Williams Sonoma Wedgwood x Sheila Bridges mugs with Harlem Toile de Jouy illustrations from AD100 interior designer Sheila Bridges that practically send you into a reading nook with your coffee. Sister.ly double wall hammered glassware with a gilded edge adds a certain regency to your coffee routine. Alpert is a creature of comfort and relies on her etúHOME handthrown mug to welcome in the day. “It’s just the right size for wrapping your hands around the warm ceramic, not something I take lightly on the cold Cleveland mornings,” she says. The dipped glaze pattern also plays into the organic design.
## Espresso Cups
Channel la dolce vita as you sip espresso, but don’t just settle for any cups. MacKenzie-Childs happens to have enameled steel espresso cups in its iconic check pattern, which happens to go just right with their Bialetti Moka pot. Want less cottagecore and more contemporary? Then pick up Fellow Pirch artisanal glassware that looks like coffee gear bijou and comes in amber, smoke, garnet, and woodland green.
.jpeg)### The Bistro Garden Espresso Cup & Saucer
$18
Anthropologie
.jpeg)### MacKenzie-Childs Courtly Check Cups & Saucers Set
$100
Nordstrom
## Sugar Bowls, Creamers, and Trays
Latte art can only get you so far. For the real show stoppers, you want to build up your coffee accoutrements with sweet sugar bowls, creamers, and a sleek tray to level up your French Press game. We have our eye on the CB2 Leclaire stainless steel serving set with brass detail that could be plucked straight out of the Art Deco era. Or go on the opposite side of the design spectrum and wake up your coffee party with an ANŪT Cairo Circus jar—a perfect place to stash sugar cubes. It will look just lovely on the KITEISCAT acacia tray.
Coffee is actually greasy. Not in the gross kind of way, but it’s the fatty acids in the beans that release its tantalizing aroma. That means you shouldn’t just rinse your coffee accessories with hot water and call it a day. Alpert uses her Curio brush set with Cleancult dish soap every day. “The dish brush is perfect for getting around the spout of my Ratio Eight Series 2 carafe, and I use the bottle brush to clean out the Smeg Mini milk frother,” she says. “I then put the brushes on the magnetic strip to drip dry.” To give your portafilter a scrub, invest in the Takevu coffee grinder cleaning brush—it will help ensure every time you brew coffee it is fresh.
The slope to becoming a coffee purist is a steep one—and it starts with stocking up on the best coffee accessories. There may have been a time when a Keurig was enough but once you start diving into the industry’s most popular gadgets, moonlighting as a barista in your own kitchen is in your future.
This list is for everyone. Whether you own a state-of-the-art espresso machine or prefer pour over coffee, you’ll need a canister for your coffee beans and a mug, to say the least. We dive into burr grinders and milk frothers so you can make the most delicious latte (and then drink it in bed nestled into cozy sheets and comforters.) Plus, many of our recommendations double as decorative accents for a kitchen. Check out our preferred accessories so your good coffee turns into great coffee.
Coffee Grinders and Tampers
Before you can do anything with your coffee machine, you need to work on your beans. That hypnotizing aroma may be one thing, but there is actually a science to grinding coffee. The size varies by brew type, extracting just the right amount of oils for flavor. Baratza Encore ESP Pro does just that. It lets you make espresso shots out of powdery grind or present you with a coarser texture for a cold brew. Minimalists might prefer the sleek look of Fellow Ode Brew Grinder Gen 2. Investing in a De’Longhi tamper is going to guarantee that you have a dense puck of grounds (you don’t want it to look like the rivets of a Grand Canyon) that will be evenly extracted for consistent flavor. Hint: that sour coffee taste comes from under-extracted grounds, and the bitter flavor is the result of over-extracted beans. Those looking to save on countertop space can look at the hand-operated cast aluminium and glass composite Rok GrinderGC. Adjust the burrs with a click of the wheel with incredible accuracy.
Milk Frothers
Adding a milk frother to your coffee accessories arsenal is the difference between a standard cup of coffee and something decadent. Contributor Yelena Alpert says that her Smeg Mini milk frother has completely transformed her mornings (and days). “The centrifuge-like design whips up foam in just a couple of minutes into what my son refers to as ‘fluffy’ milk,” she says. “I start with warm foam in the a.m. and then top off my cold brew with cold foam in the afternoon. It’s my fuel for typing all day long.” Those who need a more affordable option, commerce producer Lauren Arzbaecher recommends the Zulay handheld milk frother. “My morning matcha is nothing without this frother,” she says of this Amazon Prime Day pick. “It whips up an incredibly even foam, has a long battery life, and comes in a wide variety of colors (so you can easily match it to your favorite KitchenAid or Le Creuset color).”
Utensils and Measuring Accessories
A teaspoon just won’t cut it, unless you only use it to add sugar. And even for this simple task, we think the tortoiseshell-hued Porto Piccolo spoon is a prettier choice. Accuracy is the difference between watery coffee or a cup that tastes like it came from the bitter depths of, well, you know. The stainless steel Williams Sonoma coffee scoop is designed to dive down into canisters and bags alike, and lets you level it off. For those who treat their java ritual as a sacred chemistry experiment, the Fellow Tally Pro Precision scale, which has three modes for perfect proportions, is basically like having your own café.
Coffee Filters
Coffee filters are not just doilies to line the basket. The flavor and body of your coffee can depend on the type of filter used. Chemex Unbleached Prefolded Squares are claimed to be 30% thicker than what you’d typically find in the grocery store aisle, and their coned shape funnels flavor and keeps the bitterness out. On the other hand, a metal filter like the Able Brewing Basket is said to give your cup of jo a fuller body. “Able can work for a single-serving cup (I compared it to my reusable pod filter) or when I have friends over for a ‘working’ breakfast,” says Alpert, who uses it with her Ratio Eight Series 2. Those with a drip coffee maker on the counter will also appreciate the West Elm magnetic coffee filter case made to attach to the side of the fridge.
Storage Containers
Air is the nemesis of coffee. That’s because oxidation breaks down the oils, which can lead to stale coffee without much aroma. Even if you use those wires on your coffee bag to keep it tight, it’s a futile attempt and can result in less crema in your espresso. Ground coffee in particular is susceptible to oxidation, so you want to vacuum seal it and that’s where Rok Zero Jar comes in. Fellow shoppers note that you can actually hear the air as it is pushed out of the glass jar. Crate & Barrel Airscape Matte Black coffee canister has a valve that locks, creating a little cranny for your coffee beans.
Coffee Mugs
You need not have a mug obsession to appreciate the Williams Sonoma Wedgwood x Sheila Bridges mugs with Harlem Toile de Jouy illustrations from AD100 interior designer Sheila Bridges that practically send you into a reading nook with your coffee. Sister.ly double wall hammered glassware with a gilded edge adds a certain regency to your coffee routine. Alpert is a creature of comfort and relies on her etúHOME handthrown mug to welcome in the day. “It’s just the right size for wrapping your hands around the warm ceramic, not something I take lightly on the cold Cleveland mornings,” she says. The dipped glaze pattern also plays into the organic design.
Espresso Cups
Channel la dolce vita as you sip espresso, but don’t just settle for any cups. MacKenzie-Childs happens to have enameled steel espresso cups in its iconic check pattern, which happens to go just right with their Bialetti Moka pot. Want less cottagecore and more contemporary? Then pick up Fellow Pirch artisanal glassware that looks like coffee gear bijou and comes in amber, smoke, garnet, and woodland green.
The Bistro Garden Espresso Cup & Saucer $18 Anthropologie MacKenzie-Childs Courtly Check Cups & Saucers Set $100 Nordstrom
Sugar Bowls, Creamers, and Trays
Latte art can only get you so far. For the real show stoppers, you want to build up your coffee accoutrements with sweet sugar bowls, creamers, and a sleek tray to level up your French Press game. We have our eye on the CB2 Leclaire stainless steel serving set with brass detail that could be plucked straight out of the Art Deco era. Or go on the opposite side of the design spectrum and wake up your coffee party with an ANŪT Cairo Circus jar—a perfect place to stash sugar cubes. It will look just lovely on the KITEISCAT acacia tray.
Coffee is actually greasy. Not in the gross kind of way, but it’s the fatty acids in the beans that release its tantalizing aroma. That means you shouldn’t just rinse your coffee accessories with hot water and call it a day. Alpert uses her Curio brush set with Cleancult dish soap every day. “The dish brush is perfect for getting around the spout of my Ratio Eight Series 2 carafe, and I use the bottle brush to clean out the Smeg Mini milk frother,” she says. “I then put the brushes on the magnetic strip to drip dry.” To give your portafilter a scrub, invest in the Takevu coffee grinder cleaning brush—it will help ensure every time you brew coffee it is fresh.
