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Jun 10, 2024

35 Products To Help You Make Coffee At Home

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Third Wave Water is a small business you may have seen featured on Shark Tank. My husband uses these exclusively before making his daily Espresso-based drinks.

Promising review: "After seeing the Sharks on Shark Tank with their reactions after tasting coffee with this product in the water, I had to try it. Reading the ingredients label and seeing the first element was sodium chloride, I figured salt played an important role in the taste. I have a distiller that I bought here on Amazon that I have been using for my coffee. I keep a gallon of this water handy for making a pot of coffee. I add one packet of this product and immediately notice the taste is enhanced and the flavor is brought out much better. I have made several pots of coffee now using this product, and I think I will have to gift someone close to have them try it and see if they get the same reaction. I think it is that good, and I may be hooked forever now. Try a box and see for yourself is all I can say." —Paul Streicher

Get it from Amazon for $15.30+ (available for Espresso or regular coffee).

Promising review: "Bravo Nespresso! I can't rave enough about this item. The simplest and best milk frother I have aver seen. Our lattes and cappuccinos are simply fantastic now with the heated, frothed milk from this machine. I have an expensive Jura coffee maker and it does hot, frothed milk well but not as easy to use or as well frothed as this thing. I can make only the amount of milk I need with this, where I would have a big bulky stainless-steel canister on the counter all day for the Jura with milk I would never get to use so would throw away. Well worth the price if you like perfectly frothed milk. Simple to use too! One of the best items I have ever purchased!" —Customer

Get it from Amazon for $82.99+ (available in two colors).

Promising review: "So I’ll admit I got this on a whim after a TikTok video, however, I’m in love with this thing! It’s so much fun to use, and you make your at-home drinks feel so much more special. It’s easy to use and froths pretty quickly if you’re on the fence, I’d say, what are you waiting for buy it already!" —Denise

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 45 styles).

Promising review: "I came from TikTok ... not disappointed. It is great for frothing without having splashes go everywhere." —Kyle

"I love glassware, especially borosilicate glass, because it’s delicate yet strong; it’s thinner and lighter than most glass. This is definitely a conversation piece because of its small milk carton shape, and it holds a significant amount of cream or milk. It’s perfect for brunch and coffee or tea dates with friends. To get it cleaned, I use warm water, dish soap, and a small foam brush; then I put it on the dish rack to air dry." —APR63

Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in six styles).

Promising review: "I got these syrups for my morning coffee, and I love them! They are large plastic containers. They are easy to open, and I got pumps for them, and they fit perfectly! I will be ordering more once I have finished them all!" —Victoria

Get them from Amazon for $23.37+ (available in four flavor sets).

Promising review: "We waffled about getting this kettle. Surely the cheapie electric one we had would do the trick for amateur pour-over enthusiasts? No. Wrong. This is superior in every aspect. The temperature-holding feature is amazing — no more heating up the water, forgetting you started, and heating it again. Definitely more consistent in temperature, creating more consistent cups of coffee." —Emily A.

Get it from Fellow for $195 (available in 13 colors and styles) or from Amazon for $159.95+ (available in seven styles).

Promising review: "Really enjoy making my morning coffee with this guy. It’s best for making two cups or more, but when making a single cup of coffee, the glass will make the coffee cool slightly. So it’s best to warm the glass under a little hot water before pouring over a single cup. Otherwise, this thing is perfect and makes the countertop look really nice, as opposed to an overbearing espresso machine. I also got a Barista Warrior filter, with this, it’s the perfect combo!" —Ethan Miller

Get it from Amazon for $48.93.

Promising review: "Came straight to Amazon when I saw these beautiful mugs on TikTok. I just had to have them! I’m very picky with mugs; these are perfect for me. Stunning to look at and a pleasure to drink out of. Highly recommend!" —Margarita Harutoonian

Get a set of two from Amazon for $19.99 (available in eight styles).

County Line Kitchen is a small business that sells an array of helpful kitchen products.

Promising review: "A bit smaller than expected but happy with performance and look of the item. I love that it has two jars with it so I can grind a couple different beans and have them ready to go." —Rysenthal

Get it from Amazon for $34.99.

Promising review: "This coffee grinder cost about twice what my old one cost, but it is money well spent. It is reasonably quiet, produces a uniform grind, and the ground coffee empties easily out of the container. My old one produced a powder that got on my hands and the counter, and I had to wash it out of the container. Don't waste your money on a cheap grinder." —Don Bishop

Get it from Amazon for $149 (available in two colors).

I snagged this for myself last Prime Day and I'm never looking back! I basically only drink iced coffee (yes, even in the winter) and have forever been plagued by how long it typically takes for my coffee to cool to a temperature that won't melt ice (thus watering down my beverage). Luckily for me (and all iced coffee drinkers) the HyperChiller actually gets the job done. It's very simple to use: you fill the two separate chambers inside with water then pop it into the freezer. When you're ready to make your coffee you can either brew it directly into the lid of the HyperChiller or pour it in yourself. Let it sit for a minute or so, then pour it into your glass. No more attempting to chill my too-hot coffee in the fridge! It really cools it super quickly — I can happily add as much ice to my drink as I'd like without ruining the taste!

Get it from Amazon for $17.50 (available in four colors)

Check out a TikTok of the self-stirring mug in action.

Promising review: "I'm a huge fan of coffee and I need it in daily life. Absolutely loving this new cup! Easy and quick to mix your coffee and milk, pretty handy! Cleaning the cup couldn't be easier with the self stirring function, just put a little dab of soap, fill the mug half way with water, turn it on and let it do its own thing." —Lina

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in five colors).

Promising review: "I use this every day. I purchased two: one for sweet and one for savory. It has made my morning coffee a much more elegant experience with a bit of cocoa powder on my milk froth! Also works well for sprinkling spices on deviled eggs etc." —Corrina Gil

Get it from Amazon for $12.

BNB Creative Co is a small business based out of Bakersfield, California that sells fun latte art stencils.

Promising review: "Have shopped here many times and always love the product! Quality is great and the shop owner is lovely. I recommend these stencils to any coffee lover!" —Rebecca Zucker

Get it from BNB Creative Co on Etsy for $12.

Promising review: "I love this so much. Easy to use and it has my lattes looking like a professional made them." —Jenny

Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

Promising review: "This book is brilliant. It's full of actually useful information for coffee enthusiasts, and I love the illustrations inside. Even the most seasoned coffee connoisseurs will learn something new, but the book is also really accessible for beginner coffee lovers. this is a MUST-BUY!" —Annie Chang

Get it from Amazon for $15.49.

The set comes with 10 straws (in four different colors), a case to store them in, and a cleaning brush.

Promising review: "As a daily iced coffee drinker, I knew straws were step one in quitting single-use plastics — and these silicone ones were exactly what I was looking for. I love having a bunch to cut to different lengths and the silicone is great. I do have to do a bit of soapy soaking to get the coffee smell out of them sometimes, but not a big deal." —Amazon Customer

Get them from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in bent or straight styles and in larger sets).

Promising review: "We use this all the time in my house. A little less than when I initially bought it, as there's less call for cold brew in the winter, but it still gets some use. I generally prefer glass to plastic in my kitchen, but the body of it seems to have held up well despite extensive and extended use. I certainly recommend it if you're looking tired of making cold brew at home with the mason jar method but still don't want to spill the cash for a fancier-than-necessary alternative." —Matthew Baird

Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in one or two quarts and three colors).

Check our full review of the Takeya 10310 Patented Deluxe Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker here.

BuzzFeed contributor Rachel Dunkel has been *raving* about this coffee machine:

"I'll admit, I can be prone to coffee snobbery now and again. I have just about every appliance, tool, and gadget to make coffee this way and that, but there's one I always come back to — the Mr. Coffee. My dad has used a Mr. Coffee basically every morning since the beginning of time, so when I got my first apartment — finally free of the "no cooking appliances" rule ubiquitous to college dorm life — of COURSE I bought the cheapest 12-Cup Mr. Coffee drip pot I could find. That same pot has been with me ever since (for over six years!), quickly brewing up cup after steaming cup of coffee for my roommates, friends, and me, never failing to make my morning and little better. It has also survived many, many moves while packed in pretty precarious boxes. TL;DR: it's also durable.

If you've somehow never made drip coffee before, listen, it's really easy. Just pop in a filter, fill it with coffee, fill the machine with water, and flip the switch. Boom! You've got java. Most mornings, flipping literally one switch is all I feel capable of, and Mr. Coffee thinks that's just fine! Is it an artisanal cup of coffee? No. But is it delicious and plentiful and quick and easy? Heck yes. I fully support making a lil' pour-over as a treat, but for an everyday pot for yourself and every coffee drinker in the house? Unbeatable."

Get it from Amazon for $29.95+ (also available in white).

It heats up in 15 seconds and has a 40-ounce water tank so you don't have to fill it every morning. I purchased myself a Nespresso machine in preparation for becoming a new parent and it has been worth every penny. I'm a BIG Starbucks fan, but I know it isn't always practical to jet off and grab a latte with my child in tow. Making homemade versions of my Starbucks faves has been a breeze with my Nespresso — definitely recommend.

Promising review: "I like iced coffee with high caffeine. This fits the bill perfectly and is a joy to use and drink. My Starbucks monthly bill has come down considerably after buying this unit, and I'm ready to hit the ground running that much sooner in the morning. I especially enjoy the self cleaning feature and the ability to run it for smaller or larger cup sizes. Truly a premium product." —David T.

Get it from Amazon for $184.95+ (available in four colors, plus in bundle options with the Aeroccino milk frother).

My husband, a coffee connoisseur, has assured me in the "coffee community" this machine is regarded as one (if not THE) best drip coffee machines on the market. I mean, it does boast the ability to brew between a half or full carafe, a brew basket that automatically stops the flow of coffee when removing the carafe (no mess!), and a hotplate with an independent heating element to keep coffee at the *perfect* temperature. But for me? It's the color options. There are SO many to choose from — there's no doubt in my mind anyone would be able to find an option that would look great in their home. I actually *do* own one in my home (it's fabulous) and it does all that it says it will. It's certainly lived up to our expectations — and we drink a lot of coffee as parents of a 1-year-old.

Get it from Food52 for $358+ (available in 14 colors).

I recently started testing out this espresso machine and it's been fantastic. I have a Nespresso machine that I adore, but it's been a bit much having both that and a Keurig on my countertop. The Phillips machine is great because it has the capabilities of what multiple machines do but only takes up the room of one! All you really have to do is add coffee beans into the top (though it also has a place to add in ground beans if that's your preference) and make sure the water reservoir has enough to make yourself a high quality cup o' joe. I mostly prefer iced drinks, so I've been thrilled that this machine has an iced coffee option in addition to all the hot ones. My mom and sister, who have been staying with me for a bit and drink *a lot* of coffee throughout the morning, have been impressed with how simple the machine has been to use. No complaints whatsoever — it's worth the money, IMO!

Get it from Amazon for $799+ (available in three styles).

Promising review: "I bought this about a month ago and thought I'd give it some time to review. This is my first espresso machine, and I must say, I am very impressed. The reason I bought it was mainly because I was tired of reloading my Starbucks card, and I missed real Italian espressos from Italy. The Breville is spot-on!

At first, like everyone else, I had a bit of a hard time getting the dial to register correctly in the espresso range. I settled on the Starbucks espresso beans with the grind set to three. When you grind the beans, start off just barely filling the filter, then gently pressing the grounds to the sides. After that, grind a little more just so you can make a little rounded hill. Then, tamp firmly. Milk frothing is a breeze as well.

Honestly it's not a difficult machine to use. My 11-year old daughter has the whole process down pat and has officially become the family barista. My wife won't drink a capuccino unless my daughter made it." —TheFutureMe

Get it from Amazon for $749.95 (available in two colors).

I have this machine in evergreen, and it flawlessly matches my kitchen — which absolutely sparks joy. I was admittedly a little confused at first on how to use it (surprisingly), but once I figured it out, it was smooth sailing. Since it's a single-serve machine, you'll need to add your pod, close the hatch, pour the exact amount of water you'd like to be dispensed in the top, then click the button once, and wait for the water to heat and pour out. Don't hit the button over and over like I thought I had to...oops. Anyways, it's a fabulous lil' machine and looks super cute on my counter!

Promising review: "I love the convenience of this machine, and the color makes me so happy! Such an attractive design that doesn’t take up too much space on my counter. It even matches my favorite coffee mug!" —Jen F.

Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in six colors).

Promising review: "I bought this product because the needle in my Keurig 2.0 keeps clogging, causing inconsistent brew and taste. These cleaning cups fixed both of my issues and I especially liked that it was really quick and easy to use… I put the cleaning pod in and ran one cycle, then took the pod out and ran a rinse cycle to clean out any leftover grinds. FAST, EASY, and GREAT results…VERY HAPPY!!" —Corey West

Get it from Amazon for $9.95.

You can either use the cone over a carafe or use it directly over your mug of choice to make your coffee. This set will help you make up to two cups at a time.

Get it from our Goodful shop for $34.99.

My husband is a coffee connoisseur and is a BIG fan of Partners Coffee. We've been to a variety of the brick and mortar locations and can confirm that the coffee is just as delicious at home as it is made in the coffee shops. My husband will often go out of his way to pick up a bag, so this is definitely something on our to-buy list before our baby arrives. In addition to choosing what kinds of beans you need (based on how you make your coffee), you can select from 3-month, 6-month, or 12-month subscriptions — worth every penny.

Get it from Partners Coffee starting at $42 (available in nine flavors and in five bean styles).

Spooky Coffee Company is a newly founded small business based in Florida that sells a variety of single origin coffee inspired by scary themes (think The Ring, Haunted Mansion, and Are You Afraid of the Dark?).

Get it from Spooky Coffee Company for $16.66 (available in ground or whole beans).

Anyone who has spent some time at the Disney Parks knows the delightful taste of Joffrey's Coffee — it goes hand in hand with the experience. It's served in the Disney Resorts and at the parks. One sip of this you'll be transported to the lil' coffee clutch right outside the entrance to Animal Kingdom. Definitely treat yourself to some of these beans and check out the entire Disney Speciality Coffee Collection.

Promising review: "My daughter brought me home some Joffrey's coffee from Walt Disney World as a gift. It was really good so I promptly got online and ordered another bag. It is just a really great blend, I have to compliment the roasters! Good to know if I can’t make it back to 'the happiest place on earth' I can at least enjoy their coffee!" —Debbie

Get it from Amazon for $16.99.

Each bag features an easy-to-seal drawstring to help prevent a “muddy” cup! My husband and I tried these out and were super happy with them. They're really easy to use, taste great, and make plenty of coffee per use.

Get a bag of 20 from Trade Coffee for $9.50.

Java Sok is a small business that sells an array of reusable neoprene cup holders designed to keep drinks colder and eliminate condensation.

Promising review: "Obsessed! Great stocking stuffers or a gift to yourself! Will be buying more. I’m someone who takes a while to drink their drinks (mom life) so it keeps my drinks from watering down! Love this product! Feels like a coooozy" —Thumbs up

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in a variety of prints and five sizes).

Promising review: "This cup is perfect! The aesthetic is exactly as advertised, and the tumbler looks and feels very high quality. It's easy to clean, and the lid suctions on nicely, so more spills are prevented. I use this every day for my iced coffee, and it keeps it nice and cool throughout the morning. Especially for the price you pay, this cup is a great deal!" —Maddie Bangz

Get it from Amazon for $12.79+ (available in 22 colors and in two-packs).

Promising review: "This French press is lovely to look at and works better than other presses I have used. The external finish is high quality, and the (double) filter works really well. I haven't yet tested how long the double-wall feature keeps the coffee warm: The container volume is just the right size for our family, and we just guzzle the delicious coffee right down. I heartily recommend it." —Tina K.

Get it from Food52 for $99.95 (available in six colors).

I have one of these little gadgets and it's fantastic! I use it to clean up rogue crumbs off of my table cloth at the end of the day or after a particularly crumb-filled meal. My husband uses it to clean coffee particles off of our counters where he grinds his espresso beans. It's a handy lil' thing and so easy to use.

Promising review: "If your child is hard on their pencil eraser, then this is perfect for you!!! Every day my daughter’s desk is covered with eraser scrapes, pencil lead etc. I saw this on TikTok and got her this as a joke but it ended up being amazing. With a swipe across her desk, it’s all gone and I don’t have to clean it up." —TrendyInIndy

Get it from Amazon for $12.98+ (available in two colors and four styles).

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