I don’t know about you, but I found that taking a break in the middle of the morning to brew a cup of coffee at my floral office machine was one of the most relaxing and reassuring parts of my job. I hope you feel the same way. However, now that it’s been six weeks (and counting! ), I’ve had to quickly improvise on several ways to have my repair done at home. And it’s not just me, either. For many of us, this has meant making an investment in a brand new coffee maker, discovering quick and scrumptious methods to brew cafe-style coffee at home, or simply getting the appropriate instruments to ensure that the morning pot of steaming coffee does not become stale and go down the drain by the afternoon. If you are still looking for a fantastic coffee solution, the editors here at Kitchn are here to share their favourite solutions that are keeping them powered right now. If you are still looking for a great coffee solution, click here. There are a wide variety of options available for those who like drinking espresso, ranging from espresso equipment to delicious brews that can be made on the spot to adaptable concentrates.
1. Nespresso by Breville Essenza Mini Espresso Maker in White
“Stopping at one of my favourite neighbourhood coffee shops on the way to work or to my apartment is one of the things I look forward to most about my daily commute. It gives me the impression that I am prepared to begin the day. My morning and weekend runs are always capped off at the local establishment that serves as my go-to reward for a job well done: the neighbourhood coffee shop. Those morning rituals had to come to an end, and even though I miss my local coffee shops more than anything else, I wanted to maintain the sensation of drinking a speciality coffee other than drip to give myself the impression that I was indulging in an unique treat. Consequently, I decided to acquire the Nespresso Essenza Mini, and I must say that it has made an enormous difference! It’s not quite the same, but it’s about as close as I’ve gone to recreating the sensation that I’m back in my regular morning routine and enjoying my post-workout reward. Rebecca Longshore is the Director of Audience Growth for the company.
Buy: Nespresso by Breville Essenza Mini Espresso Maker in White, 150
2. Café Bustelo Coffee Espresso Instant Coffee
“Okay, so these instant coffee packets may not seem like a major technological advancement, but they are really a lifesaver for me. They create coffee in the manner of espresso that is so intense that it has been my only source of sustenance for the last several weeks. — Jesse Szewczyk, Studio Food Editor
Buy: Café Bustelo Coffee Espresso Instant Coffee Packets, $12 for six bins
3. Bodum Brazil French Press Coffee and Tea Maker
“When my neighbourhood coffee shop shut down in March, I went into a panic, but then I recalled that I had a Bodum French Press stashed away in my cabinet for years. I pulled it out, and I’ve been using it ever since.” Now that I make it a part of my daily routine, I have to say that the coffee I brew every morning, using beans from some of my favourite roasters, is superior to the coffee that I used to acquire on the go while I was commuting to work. • The Director of Commerce, Mr. Mark Marino
Buy: Bodum Brazil French Press Coffee and Tea Maker, $20 (usually $25)
4. Aeropress Coffee Maker
“In my home, I have a plethora of options to choose from when it comes to brewing coffee. I have a drip coffee maker, a Nespresso machine that uses pods, a French press, and a cold brew maker. I’m sure I’m missing one or two more kind of coffee makers as well. And despite this, after going over the results of our competition to see who makes the best coffee, I realised that I want still another alternative. See, the Aeropress, which costs $30, emerged victorious from Kitchn’s in-depth testing. I was already rather interested in the topic, but when I recalled that Alton Brown is a fan of it as well, my enthusiasm level skyrocketed. As a result, I did what any self-respecting coffee enthusiast would do: I got my hands on one. You can probably tell by looking at the headline of this post that I’m relieved that I did! — Lisa Freedman, Director of Lifestyle Content
Buy: Aeropress Coffee Maker, $30
5. Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine
“The Breville Barista Express has been such a wonderful diversion in the midst of all of this. Although it was a costly purchase, I consider it a long-term investment in my happiness (it is such a luxury to be able to brew a latte anytime I want! ), an entertainment piece (someday! ), and a pastime. I work from home, and I’m thinking of it as a long-term investment in my happiness. There is a wealth of information and knowledge to be gained about coffee beans and the production of espresso. It’s been a great opportunity to throw myself into something completely new, which is exactly what I need more than ever right now. — Kaitlin Garske, Senior Social Media Manager and Content Creator
Buy: Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine, $700
6. Wandering Bear Cold Brew
Because the air is becoming a little bit warmer, I’ve made the decision to go from drinking hot coffee to drinking cold brew for the summertime. Because I don’t want anything to go in the way of my getting my dosage of coffee as soon as I walk into the kitchen, I decided to get a 96-ounce package of vanilla Wandering Bear cold brew. My morning routine consists of just a few drops of it mixed in with some hazelnut milk, and it’s a deliciously simple way to start the day. — The Assistant Production Editor, Tracey Gertler
Buy: Wandering Bear Cold Brew, $30
7. Breville Precision Brewer Drip Coffee Maker with Thermal Carafe
“Before I was placed in quarantine, I would either purchase coffee on the way to work or I would drink the coffee that was provided at the workplace. The only way I could make coffee at home was with my French press, so on the weekends I would use it instead. However, after I began working from home on a full-time basis, I saw that I need a quicker choice for the mornings that could make a greater quantity of coffee at once. This one from Breville has saved my life in more ways than one. The fact that I can prepare everything the night before and then set the machine to brew on its own in the morning is one of my favourite features. — Grace Elkus, who serves in the role of Deputy Food Director
Buy: Breville Precision Brewer Drip Coffee Maker with Thermal Carafe, $300
8. Nescafe Clasico Dark Roast Instant Coffee
“It’s immediate and really simple to do. Additionally extremely powerful! Simply stir in some cinnamon and flavouring creamer, and that will do the trick.” — Yasmin Lashley, who is the Manager of Affiliate and Commerce Relations
Buy: Nescafe Clasico Dark Roast Instant Coffee, $13
9. Breville Temp Select Water Kettle with 5 Programmed Settings
10. ANBANGLIN Coffee Cup Warmer
Because it appears that between supporting the students with their distance learning and living my daily life at WFH, I no longer have time to drink hot coffee, I have added this product to my wishlist. I will confess that I have not tried it yet. In addition to that, it is a perfect complement for my go-to cup made by East Fork Pottery.” — Meghan Splawn, an associate editor with the food section
Buy: Anbanglin Coffee Cup Warmer, $24