Stainless Steel Coffee Filter Disk for use in AeroPress Coffee Maker

I've been using the Aeropress for almost a year now and love it. When the supply of paper filters was getting low, I looked for a "permanent" solution and found this filter. I'm not sure if I would get this again, if I had the choice. While it does its job fairly well, here's the pros and cons:

Pro: Re-usable.

Doesn't filter out oils which may improve the taste.

Cons: Price. I could get 3 years worth of paper filters for this price. Who knows how durable these things are.

As with french-press coffee makers, it does let through a bit of fine coffee 'dusts'.

Water goes through much faster than paper filters.

Cleaning is a little more difficult than paper filter.

Other thoughts: When making ice coffee, I found that the paper filter makes much better tasting ice coffee because of the absence of residue. I will probably use this filter for oil-rich coffee beans and use the paper filter for ice coffees.

Very happy with the purchase...

Good points to consider:

Flows equally compared to paper filters (back pressure is similar)

Doesn't seem to leak out sides of plastic mesh cap of Aeropress

Holes don't clog even with fine grind (also rinses easily)

Sturdy not flimsy

Unknown:

Durability

*Wet/rinse filter and Aeropress mesh cap and it'll stay when you flip it to cap the plunger*

UPDATE: Make sure that you regularly clear the filter and check by holding it up to the light to see how many of the holes are still blocked. If you don't, it will become progressively harder to press coffee.

UPDATE 11/12: Filter is quite durable with no noticeable wear. I have noticed that back pressure gets notably harder as grind size decreases.

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This is just what I've been looking for since I got my Aeropress. The holes are very, very tiny, so it filters very well without just letting all the coffee drip through (though a bit more drips through than with a paper filter, as expected.) It works just fine with a fine grind.

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Pros:

While it does a good job of filtering the coffee, and maybe delivering more taste, its does leave more of the fine sludge that a french press does.

Cons:

Clogs up pretty quickly, and is a pain to clean out. Those littles holes require a pin to clean.

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I have been using Aeropress and its original micro filters since 2006. I just got and tried this S.S. filter for the 1st time. I didn't follow its enclosed instructions but instead use my usual method. A few differences that I immediate noticed while using this:

1) Now I have to stir the coffee + hot water mixture very slowly so that liquid doesn't overflow via the vents onto my cup prematurely. No problem, I can manage slow stirring.

2) It yields a cup of black liquid with NO crema! My most beloved crema is now nowhere to be seen. I was disappointed at that. BUT ... (please read on).

3) It generates less internal pressure as now pushing down is a lil' easier than with those old micro filters. Another not-so-good sign as I interpret high pressure = better taste in the espresso world. BUT ...

I took the first sip, OMG! Despite the above concerns, my coffee never tasted this good. The improvement is very drastic. It's so much fuller (not bitter) and more flavorful. Truly amazing what a different filter can do... This plus the Aeropress can make anyone a great barista.

Bee House Ceramic Coffee Dripper - Large - Drip Cone Brewer

The BeeHouse Coffee Dripper has been in my possession for the last seven days. After perusing multiple websites and reviews I settled on the BeeHouse over Hario Dripper. The consensus is that the BeeHouse Dripper can deliver a great cup of coffee without the hassle of having a perfect pour using a kettle specific for pouring water. I love my coffee gadgets as much as anyone else but I had to think a few times as to whether a dedicated kettle for pouring water made any sense. In the end I settled for the BeeHouse Dripper which I have seen used by Blue Bottle Coffee. If they can get a great tasting cup of coffee, I certainly can make it happen at home. (It's also interesting to note that while they use what looks like a BeeHouse dripper they sell a Bonmac dripper to customers.)

My method is like many you might have found on the web. Here's my morning process:

1. Place the dripper on top of a cup. The mouth of the cup needs to be less than 3.5 inches in diameter. Standard mugs might not pair well with this and you might need to use a more svelte cup.

2. Boil the water and then wet the filter paper that's already placed into the dripper. Not sure it matters but I use Trader Joe's #4 filter paper. Dump out the flushed water.

3. Grind the beans using my Capresso Infinity burr grinder on medium fine settings.

4. Pre-wet the grinds with water from a Japanese porcelain tea kettle and wait 30 seconds. The pour is probably not as controlled as the Hario kettle but it does provide a smoother pour that a wide mouth tea kettle that spews water.

5. Pour in the rest of the water by starting the pour from the center of the dripper and in a circular motion going out but not touching the sides. This is the zen part as I move the tea pot in a circular motion and trying to control the flow creating perfect circles.

6. Wait for the drip to complete which is approximately 3 minutes

7. Sip.

About 4 of the 8 cups I've made were fantastic. I have had to mess with the amount of beans used and the grind. Without a kitchen scale my use of beans can be random and I think the results show. Also the amount of water I used is by feel and sight and not measurement. Again a possible point of failure. Nevertheless I've used this method in replacement of my Aeropress the last week and the key difference is a much smoother but just as tasty cup of coffee. Initially I had mistaken the smoothness as not being strong enough but after a few more days of coffee tasting I've come to see that the smoothness is an advantage in allowing you taste a different aspect of the coffee.

And yes, this is like other BeeHouse designs: simple, elegant and functional all at the same time.

I've made some of the best coffee ever with this, melita #2 filters, and fresh ground (medium grind) coffee. Hot-not-boiling water, pour slowly and stir the grounds periodically.

Two things I wish this had:

* a wider base to fit over my favorite coffee mug

* bigger slits for "see through" unless the mug is light-colored, it's not really a useful feature, because it's too dark inside the cup.

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Nice, simple design. The handle is not quite a easy to hold as a typical "mug" style version. Also, this is labeled Large, but takes #2 filters which are the smaller size. I thought large = #4 size.

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With lots of experimentation, I've been able to get my technique down and can make a cup on par with the $3-4 ones that I used to buy (oops). This seems to let liquid through fast enough to not over-extract the beans, so long as you have everything else set up the way you want it. brewmethods[dot]com has a ton of videos illustrating various pour-over techniques.

Minus 1 star for maybe being too thin along the bottom (I managed to break off the bottom piece by accidentally whacking it against the table -fixed it with epoxy later) and being a bit pricey. I like the design though so I guess that helps.

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I've made wonderful, dense, rich coffee consistently with this cone. I took one star off because of the shape of its base, which doesn't fit as many containers as other drip cones do. I use a Bodum double-walled glass, and the cone isn't very stable on it. I'm very careful, though, and the results have been great. Surprisingly, I made a cup of coffee using the Hario cone, with the same amount of coffee and grind as I use for the Bee House, and the Hario turned out weak and flat. I'm sure that it's possible to make an excellent cup of coffee with the Hario, but from what I've read you need lots of control of the water pour and thus need their $50+ kettle. The BeeHouse works fine using my regular kettle. So if you're not into buying more specialized equipment, this is the way to go.

Proctorsilex 48350Y Dcm 48350y Proctor Silex 10 Cup Coffeemaker

We have three of these. One in service all day long every day. Two of them in boxes ready to swap when the first one dies. These coffeemakers are so inexpensive that they can be regarded as **disposable.**

I've owned many of these coffeemakers in my lifetime. When they stop working, they are hard to repair, although I have done it. Unfortunately, I had to store the nonworking ones so that I could steal parts from one to repair another. This became a nuisance and it also took up a lot of storage space. Better idea: When the coffeemaker stops working, just keep the carafe as a spare and throw away the rest.

Another suggestion: Consider buying two of these. Keep one on hand to replace the first one. But there is more ... on holidays when you have large dinners and many guests, (e.g., Thanksgiving...) you can set up the spare coffeemaker to make decaffeinated coffee, or just brew regular coffee in it so you can have two coffeemakers going at the same time.

If you want a reliable coffeemaker, this is the one. If you want chrome and shiny and snazzy and cool-looking for a show-room decorator kitchen, this model isn't for you.

If your looking for basic coffee maker that does the job. This is your machine.

Advantages:

One of the few machines on the market undet 13" tall. At just under 11.25 this will fits nicely into a smaller space.

The carafe doesn't dribble when you pour. (Mr. Coffee hasn't figured that one out yet).

No pesky blinking light. If you don't need a clock in you coffee pot.

Disadvantages:

I don't know what measures they use when they put the hash marks on the carafes but this one isn't 10 cups. I'd put it at an honest 8. My reason for the four star rating.

If eight cups is sufficient, this is a great little machine.

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It was delivered very fast, looks way more expensive than the actual price, it has drop stop, doesnt sound too much, and the only reason why I do not give it a 5 star rating is that after a while, the taste of the coffee brewed tastes old..

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Works better for making 4 cups (two large mugs) than smaller types because it pumps water faster with 900 watts, allowing the coffee to steep longer before dripping down. The flow rate is restricted by the valve more than by the filter, a properly made point not always found. The practice of sizing the heater to the water capacity and running the same time for smaller loads is incorrect. Also keeps the pot hotter than some leaving it tepid.

The flip up top is a limitation in needing more overhead space, compared to swing-out designs which fit more under cabinets -but which are not available anymore in this size. Also the swing-outs tend to drip water onto the plate which damages the finish over time when hot (best to insure no water under the carafe when placing on the hot plate).

Has no internal markings for water level, but cavity hump serves to mark the 4-5 cup level needed (besides the markings on the carafe) -so only four stars.

Takes basket style filters instead of the Euro-style cones. The permanent filters in this style seem to produce weaker brew with faster water flow.

The straight-sided carafe is easier to clean than the rounded side ones. Even if rinsed, over time thin layers of coffee build up on the glass, and this one can be easily wiped with towel. Also assists effectiveness of rinsing.

I recommend adding felt pads or tape over the rubber feet on the back side so it can slide across counters out from under cabinets.

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Finally, an excellent machine at a fair price. The last maker I purchased had to be thrown away due to the nauseating burning plastic chemical smell. I have read of the same issue with other makers in reviews here on Amazon. So happy to say, this little pot has NO smell-right out of the box, it was perfect. Thank you Procter-Silex !

Pasquini Livia 90 Automatic Espresso Machine. Model: HML90A(Out Of Stock)

When researching a replacement for my original espresso machine, almost every review for other products seemed to make some comment along the lines of "it's nearly as good as a Pasquini Livia 90." I decided that this was probably a telling statement, and indicated that the 90 was likely the best way to go.

I initially planned on getting the semi-automatic as opposed to the automatic, but now am happy that I went to the full automatic. Most of the time I use it in semi mode, but on occasion -when busy and rushed -I will use the full automatic so that I can accomplish a couple of other minor tasks while one shot is being pulled.

This is nice kit; if you like espresso consider indulging in one.

At the time of this writing, I've owned my Livia 90 Semi-Automatic espresso machine for more than 10 years. I've used it pretty much every single day since it first arrived -unless I'm away from home. Today, although my income would allow me to purchase one of the newer, more expensive prosumer machines, I haven't been able to justify doing so because this good ol' work horse just keeps on doing everything I ask of her.

The Livia 90 is attractive, but also extremely sturdy, well-built. Pretty much, I've replaced the group gasket three times and maybe a half dozen pressurestats. Of course, every espresso machine owner replaces group gaskets, and generally also pressurestats. To be honest, the frequency with which I have replaced my Livia 90's pressurestat is mostly a reflection on the inadequacy of my initial water treatment methods. I used to live in an area that had wonderful, very soft water, so I let myself become too lax about checking the hardness of the water supply in this new house. When I finally admitted to being inexcusably inattentive to water quality up to that point, I decided to install a heavy duty water softener on the water line I run to the Livia 90. also, I now monitor water hardness religiously at the start of each month. Since putting in that water treatment system, I haven't had a single stuck pressurestat episode (knock on wood).

About 5 years ago, the Livia "died" -when I flipped the ON switch nothing happened. So after consulting other Livia 90 owner on the Internet, I induced the cause to be the "CPU," so I sent away for a new one -for approximately $150. I figured that the original CPU had probably been allowed to get too hot, because of its enigmatic placement near the boiler. Now, clearly the Livia 90's engineers believed the heat given off by the boiler wouldn't be much of a problem for the CPU or they wouldn't have located it where they did. But I concluded that it couldn't be that much more robust than my notebook computer, which I am constantly protecting from overheating. Anyway, when I installed the new CPU unit I also built a double-wall insulating shield (using high-temp "cardboard" designed for use in engine muffler repairs, plus high-temp heat-reflective aluminum tape), and inserted it between the boiler and the CPU. The result was just what I hoped, viz., that side of the machine is much, much cooler than the other (unprotected) side.

To be sure, the Livia 90's water reservoir holds a really generous 1.5 liters of water, so for most users it wouldn't need to be refilled every day or two. Plus, when you do need to refill the reservoir, a large, stainless steel lid the width of the machine flips back to expose the entire reservoir, making it really easy to pour and also to see what you're doing. Furthermore, with that lid open, it's a simple matter to lift the reservoir all the way out for cleaning -I do this twice a year, generally.

One more thing: everyone who has used a Livia 90 mentions its boundless supply of high-pressure steam. It's true. This thing really kicks out lots of steam through the steam wand (Note: I use a stainless, three-holed tip rather than the stock, 4-holed tip that ships with the Livia 90). With practice, anyone should be able to create beautiful microfoam for your own latte art. Also, because of its heat-exchanger design, you're able to use the steam wand simultaneously with pulling shots -although you wouldn't ever want to do that -without running out of either steam or brewing-temperature water. Yes, you could pull shots one after another for the whole afternoon if, for instance, you were entertaining a group of friends who have discovered that attractive semi-pro espresso machine right there on your counter.

You should, by now, be getting the idea that this machine is really simple to tinker with, if you want or need to. The shiny, stainless cover lifts completely off after loosening just two screws, exposing the elegant and robust interior, where all the *real*work gets done. If you're handy with everyday tools like phillips and slotted screwdrivers, adjustable wrenches, etc., and aren't intimidated by machinery, you'll really like this solidly built, elegantly designed machine. So go for it. Note that this is not the kind of machine that will brew perfect espresso drinks no matter how hard you work at it. It's not foolproof, but it will do just what you expect a serious, prosumer espresso machine to do. While you're practicing, getting ever better at dialing in your coffee grinder, properly dosing and distributing the grinds into the Livia 90's heavy portafilter and tamping it down just right, you'll find that some of your motivation to improve comes from the challenge of having a machine that will make wonderful microfoam and brew excellent espresso once you master all the steps. Meanwhile, you'll be proud of its polished, professional, heavy-duty appearance on your counter (yes, it fits under typical kitchen wall cabinets).

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