Aerobie Aeropress Coffee and Espresso Maker
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NOT an Espresso Machine But Makes Nice Coffee
Purchased from Alternative Brewing in August 2022 in a "bundle" with a Fellows Prismo attachment that is claimed to make espresso 'like' coffee with the Aeropress. (Prismo doesn't really do that, but the steel filter is handy if you don't want to mess with paper filters.)I had previously tried the MiniPresso from Wacaco, but found it too fiddly, though it does make a nice shot. My daughter uses a PicoPresso from the same company and gets great coffee, and nice crema. One of these, or maybe one of the number of portable coffee makers that use ... Read more
pods are better suited to espresso. "Real" espresso machines use nine bars of pressure, and so a coffee maker like the Aeropress which uses a plunger is never going to attain that pressure. Machines such as the ROK GC, Cafelat Robot or Flair can produce decent shots of espresso. Crema is something that you won't get out of an Aeropress because it is an immersion/filter brewer, basically meaning that you add hot water to your coffee, and use the plunger to push the water and coffee through the filter. As mentioned in another review here, it does take a bit of experimenting to get it to your taste. I've found that light - medium roast ground coarsely suits me with this unit, while with espresso I prefer a dark roast. I can make a cup of coffee with this in a few minutes, including hand grinding the coffee. I usually have everything ready when the kettle finishes. I'm finding that this unit is good both at home and when travelling as it gives a good cup of coffee (as against a shot) and beats instant by a country mile when on the road. We use a V60 filter at home, and find that Aeropress is at least as good. I'd have no trouble recommending the Aeropress for, on the understanding that it is NOT an espresso machine.Very easy to use and easy to clean
I've had this coffee maker for about a week and I am loving it. I'm not a coffee aficionado, but the brew that comes out of it is smooth and delicious.It's very easy to make a quick cup of coffee with no mess. I've been using coffee pods for a couple of years, but feel a lot of guilt because of the waste, but the fact that there's no mess and no clean up has kept me using them. I haven't touched my pod machine at all since buying this contraption.
You just pop the coffee pellet out the end straight into the compost bin, give the parts a quick... Read more rinse and you're good to go! It's also been great being able to buy coffee from local businesses again. I don't think I'll go back. Really happy with this purchase. The only problem I had was that the travel case for the filters wouldn't latch, which I've seen has been an issue for other users. I just keep them in Tupperware so it's no issue for me.
Very simple, works well but too big for an ultra-portable
I bought this as an ultra-portable espresso maker for travel. It's way bigger than I expected. Too big. If you want a full mug of coffee (which I don't) then this will do that well. However, I drink espresso shots and the Aeropress is about 3x too big. Show detailsWorks great for years
Works great. Have had for a number of years now and used extensively. Only thing now is the rubber seal especially in the cold doesn't give much resistance and plunger almost falls into the chamber otherwise works good Show detailsBest Budget Coffee Maker
The Aeropress is quick and easy to use and produces excellent coffee for 1-2 cups at a time. It can get cumbersome if you are trying to make coffees for a whole family at once!Handy to pack for picnics or camping as it takes up minimal space.
I suggest to use it with a fine mesh stainless steel filter.
Mine has seen 4.5 years of daily use and still works like new - wash and store it properly to maintain the seal. Show details
Makes the best coffee
The simplicity & size of this contraption, makes it easy to take everywhere!Coffee is a personal preference for everyone and for me, it tastes far better than the Nespresso I had used for years. Show details
No point to it
So it's basically an upside down plunger.. it's doesn't put a good Crema on your coffee.. it has lots of parts to it that make it bulky to store/carry.. and what is the point of supplying an enormous plastic stirrer?.. you can make a better coffee in a plastic plunger mug which fits in the Billy can and you can put a clip seal bag of your coffee inside and it's less than half the price.. I can't understand the purpose of the aeropress.. if it's not for travelling you may as well buy a proper machine.. and if it's for travelling you may as well buy something that makes coffee as well but is cheaper and more practical for the purpose.. Show detailsA pleasant surprise
Just read a review on "Choice" where they absolutely canned the Aeropress. Can't believe they could be so wrong and can only assume that they approached the review and the actual making of the coffee with a total lack of know-how. I have had my Aeropress for two weeks and the first cup was average so, as with any coffee-maker, I tweaked a couple of things (amount of water, coffee, and type of grind) and the result is now a quality cuppa every time. I use the "reverse" method, adhere to the recommended water temperature and am now grinding my own beans although ready ground coffee, medium/fine, is perfectly okay. Easy to clean and you can re-use the filters. Show detailsProduces smooth flavorful coffee
It's not trying to be an espresso machine, but it excels at what it does. Not only does it make a fine cup of coffee, but the design is so simple and easy to clean. I bought a second one for work and both units show no signs of deteriorating in any way (barring the numbers wearing off on the side of one of the units).I previously used a plunger and the Aeropress makes much nicer, smoother coffee with none of the mess (or the "mud" at the bottom of your cup). I'd never go back to the plunger. I can use my own beans and grind and even water temperature. Also great for making iced coffee. Show details
Money Saving Goodness
I bought the aeropress so I could save money. Works backwards, but works.I previously bought 2-3 coffees a day, so it worked out to about $50-60 a week. In order to save a bit of cash I bought an aeropress online, came with filters and some coffee grind. All up cost me about $30. The first bag lasted me a few weeks and I ended up saving money in the first month.
The coffee was also great and makes me feel like I am getting somewhat cafe quality at work.
I now have 1 at work and 1 at home and try to have 1 coffee a day through aeropress. Show details
Lets be honest
You wouldn't expect a plunger to make the sort of coffee you get for $5 per cup from your favourite café, and this machine isn't going to do that either. Compared to a plunger though, its bloody fantastic. It really draws out the flavour of the coffee and doesn't have the wateriness and residual grind issues you get with plungers, or the bitterness (and expense) you get with espresso machines.I'd go as far to say, I'd much prefer a long black (or LB with a dash of milk - my standard workplace coffee) made by an aeropress than an espresso machine. But, I'd much rather have a latte made at my local café (or one made with my home espresso machine), than one made with an aeropress. Show details
Satisfies my coffee addiction
I use the reverse method, with freshly ground beans. Creates a mild coffee and maintains the flavour detail of the beans,which is great if you use beans roasted for filter rather than espresso.You can resuse the paper filters dozens of times too. Show details
Good coffee but post-brew rinsing takes a couple of minutes
I've had my Aeropress for about 13 years. I didn't use it for many years but recently reactivated it. I did need a new plunger rubber but this was readily obtainable.It makes good, sediment-free black coffee. The only issue for me is rinsing the parts after brewing. It takes a couple of minutes to clean the parts and put them back in the cupboard. With my auto expresso machine I just press the off button. If you were making coffee for guests it would be a slow process. It's really a solo coffee maker.
I use a filter three times. Show details
Plunger / Chamber fitting
The lip on the chamber should have been TAPERED to enable the plunger to slide effortlessly into the top part of the chamber. It is a bit of a fiddle forcing the plunger over that sharp ridge. That action also causes premature wear on the rubber seal. Other than that observation it works fine.Show details
A portable coffee machine!
A handy little device. It is very simple and easy to use, easy to clean, and lightweight. I have a proper coffee machine, however I bring this on trips with me due to its portability. The taste is on par to the coffee I used to buy from shops, and I am very satisfied with this product.Show details
Questions & Answers
Does it taste like espresso or filtered coffee? Im guessing filtered, any idea what would make a portable easy to use espresso like coffee?
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The best result I have had is using the bialetti stove top. I have had the "Venus 2 cup"and it is 5 years old. It always goes camping with us.
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grind the beans fine and tamp it down. (Even though they tell you not to. ) you will get a great espresso. No crema though. Oh yes. Don't fill the water above the valve. I guess that's more info then you need. Have a great dayYou can get something very close to espresso if you read their directions carefully, and take note of the important things. ie the time you stir before pressing down, the grind of the beans, even the ... Read more
temperature of the water you use. I am happy to make an extremely strong white long black, but know people who are coffee snobs who make short blacks with the Aeropress.The Aeropress won't fail you if you want a cup of espresso (technically, as it forces hot water through ground beans, it fits the dictionary definition).I credit Choice for that description which is ... Read more
exactly how I would describe it. Here is my answer: You control taste and flavour by choosing the quality of the beans. Strength is determined by the amount of ground coffee beans or water you add. If you are after the Crema always use freshly ground beans. Look out for an aeropress that is on special if you are not sure. I am of Italian descent and we love our coffee. I havent found anything else that is as good as this. Its portable, easy to use and easy to clean and you can save on electricity if you choose to use it at home as I do.Can someone please explain the advantages of this over a regular old glass plunger?
I've used both and find the aeropress quicker to brew, quicker to empty and clean and it uses a finer filter - you can buy after market options for different fineness (I use the Able fine stainless s... Read more
teel). Also it's plastic so lighter and less breakable.Shattered my old glass plunger yesterday. Didn't like the idea of swallowing a piece of glass. Have heard about aeropress so will give it a go when it arrives later this week. Cheers Wm
Details
Category | Semi-Automatic and Manual Coffee Machines |
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Price (RRP) | $49 |
Milk Frother | None |
Bean Grinder | None |
Colour / Finish | Black |
- GTIN13: 0845055019146
- GTIN12: 085276000831
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