Coffee Tools and Equipment: A Comprehensive Analysis and Buying Guide

Coffee Tools and Equipment: A Comprehensive Analysis and Buying Guide

Coffee is an indispensable part of modern life, and to make delicious coffee, in addition to high-quality coffee beans, suitable coffee tools and equipment are also crucial. This article will analyze common coffee tools and equipment from multiple aspects and provide a purchase guide.

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Kettles are necessary tools for making drip coffee, hand pouring, etc. The most common and classic ones are the French press and drip kettle.

French Press:

The French press is also called a "latte cup". It consists of a container, a filter and a handle. When using it, just put the ground coffee powder into the container, add an appropriate amount of boiling water and stir evenly to get a rich and mellow latte.

Water drop pot:

The drip pot is also called a "hand-poured pot". It achieves more precise hand-poured coffee with more precise control of extraction time and temperature by slowly pouring water upwards. The drip pot usually consists of an upper water injector, a middle filter and a lower coffee cup.

2. Grinder

A grinder is a tool that grinds coffee beans into powder suitable for different production methods. According to the usage and mechanical structure, it can be divided into manual and electric types.

Manual:

Manual grinders use a crank to drive the blade to grind the coffee beans. They are usually small, portable, and easy to operate, making them suitable for outdoor or travel use.

Electric:

Electric grinders use electricity to drive the blades to rotate at high speed to break the coffee beans quickly and evenly. They generally have a multi-speed adjustment function, and you can choose powders of different coarseness and fineness as needed.

3. Coffee machine

A coffee machine is a necessary device for making large-volume drinks such as espresso and American coffee. Common coffee machines include drip coffee machines and semi-automatic/fully automatic coffee machines.

Drip coffee machine:

Drip coffee machines work by pouring hot water into a container filled with filter paper and coffee powder, and then letting the water flow slowly, and finally getting a cup of fragrant drip coffee. They are simple to operate, relatively low in price, and suitable for home use.

Semi-automatic/fully automatic coffee machine:

Semi-automatic/fully automatic coffee machines can complete the entire production process from grinding, extraction to brewing according to the set program. They usually have multiple functions and adjustment options, and can make various types of concentrated drinks.

4. Milk frother

A milk frother is a necessary tool for making drinks that require milk foam, such as latte and cappuccino. Common milk frothers include handheld steam jets and electric milk frothers.

Handheld steam jets:

Handheld steam injectors produce rich and delicate milk foam by injecting hot steam into milk. They are easy to operate and relatively inexpensive, making them suitable for home use.

Electric milk frother:

Electric milk frothers use high-speed spinning blades to froth milk. They usually have multiple functions and adjustment options to create different textures and consistencies of milk froth.

5. Other Tools

In addition to the main tools mentioned above, there are some other auxiliary tools that can improve the convenience and quality of coffee making.

thermometer:

Temperature is one of the most important factors that affect the taste of coffee. Using a thermometer can ensure that the water temperature is within the appropriate range, resulting in better tasting coffee.

Extruder:

The squeezer is used to evenly compact the coffee grounds in a drip pot or coffee machine. It can improve the extraction efficiency and make the extraction process more stable.

Coffee cup:

Choosing the right coffee cup can enhance the appearance and taste of the drink. Common coffee cups include glass cups, ceramic cups, and stainless steel cups.

Conclusion

The above is a comprehensive analysis and purchase guide of common coffee tools and equipment. According to your personal needs and budget, choosing the tools and equipment that suit you will enable you to make more delicious and satisfying coffee.