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There are so many ways to get your caffeine fix in the morning. We’ve rounded up our favorites for life on the road.
Pour Over Coffee Maker
Our personal favorite!
We like to make the act of making coffee an experience. Grinding the beans for every pot of we make with this easy-to-use grinder ensures we have the freshest grounds possible. While the water is on the stove, we line our pour-over coffee maker with these compostable filters. There is a reusable filter available as well.
We currently use a single cone pour over like this one with a cute carafe we picked up at a little boutique. One day we will splurge and get our hands on the super cool Chemex that has been around since the 1940’s!
Moka Pot
I grew up smelling java beans brewing on the stove from one of these pots and never knew the history of it. This stylish coffee maker was designed by Luigi di Ponti in 1933. No wonder it was a staple in my grandmother’s kitchen. When I got my first apartment, my dad gave me his as a house warming gift so I would have something to remember home by.
This little pot packs a big punch. The coffee it brews is strong and full of flavor. There is no waste with this method, as you just add ground beans and water, place on the stove, and watch it brew.
It is great for road-life because it is compact and doesn’t require filters. Right now it is packed up in storage….but I think I will add it to our kitchen soon!
Press Pot
The press pot also known as: coffee press, french press, coffee plunger….or if you want to get fancy; “cafetiere”. No matter what you call it, it brews a mean cup of coffee.
I tried my first sip of java from one of these pots at a locally famous breakfast haunt in downtown Los Angeles called The Griddle Cafe. They are known for mouthwatering french toast, pancakes as big as your head, and the line outside the door.
The waiters don’t walk around with carafes of coffee filling the half empty cups of eager patrons. Instead, each person who orders a “cup” is presented with a coffee press. Aside from the fact that the java itself is delicious, the experience of watching the fresh grounds brew at your table is an added bonus.
A press pot is a great option for small kitchens and minimalist living. It takes up little space, there is no waste, and is easy to store.
Single Cup Coffee Systems
Single up coffee systems allows each user to brew a fresh cup of coffee in under a minute to their specific taste. We know of several people who jumped on the Keurig train and never got off. There is a lot of waste when it comes to those convenient little K-cups.
So let’s talk about solutions that make the machine more eco-friendly if you aren’t ready to part with it.
Instead of brewing your favorite blend in single-use disposable k-cups, try some of the blends offered in compostable pods. They are Keurig machine compatible and offered in a variety of flavors. Coffee roasters like Kauai Coffee Company and San Francisco Bay Coffee Co. are among several roasters who put their blends into eco-friendly pods.
My favorite option?
Reusable and refillable k-cup pods can be filled with YOUR favorite blend! You just clean after using and you are ready to brew again tomorrow morning.
Added bonus – There is no waste and they are easier on your wallet. This four pack is under ten dollars!
On the Go – Honorable Mention
Brew your coffee on the go!
Try this french press travel mug from Bodum. The insulated cup keeps your java hot during your drive. Or, this one from Stanley.…great for camping.
I am super excited about Coffee Gator’s Pour Over Travel Mug! The stainless steel filter is eco-friendly and looks like it would be a breeze to clean. I cannot wait to get my hands on one of these!
I often use our single cone pour over directly into my Yeti thermos that stays hot for hours. It is perfect to throw in my backpack for an early morning hike. This one from Hydroflask also gets raving reviews. We make sure to stop at a pretty overlook and enjoy the views with a hot cup of coffee at some point during our hike.
Whether we are sitting outside in our lounge chairs, on the couch watching the news, or hitting the road, a cup of joe starts our day off right. As much as we enjoy exploring local coffee shops on our journey, sometimes freshly brewed coffee from home hits the spot.
How do you enjoy your morning joe?
So glad to have you here.
Source: Coffee for the Road
