Is the AeroPress Go worth it?
It’s not the cheapest coffee maker on this list, but due to its versatility and capability to brew various styles and strengths of coffee, we believe it’s worth the investment. Although we prefer using our own mug, the new Aeropress Go Plus provides the same excellent functionality, now with an insulated vessel. Cold Brew on the Go. The Instant Cold Brew with AeroPress Go Plus isn’t just a quick fix; it’s a celebration of convenience and flavor. It brings the smooth, rich taste of traditional cold brew to your cup in record time, making it the perfect choice for adventurous lifestyles without compromising on quality.It’s not the cheapest coffee maker on this list, but due to its versatility and capability to brew various styles and strengths of coffee, we believe it’s worth the investment. Although we prefer using our own mug, the new Aeropress Go Plus provides the same excellent functionality, now with an insulated vessel.The AeroPress Go has a slightly smaller chamber, up to about 8 oz (236 ml). The AeroPress Go Plus has a bigger brewing chamber. It can brew up to about 10 oz (295 ml) of coffee. In practical terms, that 20–25% increase in capacity means you can press a larger cup in one go with the Go Plus.
Is AeroPress better than Cafetière?
Cafetière: Expect a heavier mouthfeel with some fine sediment. It’s robust, oily, and ideal for highlighting the deeper, richer flavours of your favourite beans. AeroPress: The result is cleaner, lighter, and more refined. It’s especially good at showcasing fruity, floral, or more delicate notes in specialty coffee. The AeroPress is a staple of many coffee shops and home brew bar setups. But for baristas and café operators in particular, it’s important to know how to use it as effectively as possible.Some people reuse AeroPress filters dozens of times. When finished with a pressing, peel off the filter from the puck of coffee, rinse it, and place it in the filter cap to dry in position for use with the next pressing.Drawback. There aren’t many downsides to the Aeropress but if I have to find some, it would be amount of brewing techniques and recipes available -it can be overwhelming finding a recipe that works for you. Another possible downside is its limited brewing capacity.
What is the criticism of AeroPress?
The AeroPress is fundamentally a single-serve brewer. You can’t make a big pot of coffee for guests. You can make a concentrate and add hot water (like an Americano), but it’s not the same as brewing a large batch. If you regularly brew for two or more people, this might not be your primary solution. Road Fact: The AeroPress is an eco-friendly brewing method, as the only waste is the coffee grounds and paper filter!
Is AeroPress better than Nespresso?
Aeropress can make top-quality coffee, if you use good beans and a semi-decent burr grinder (even sub-$100 grinder will make great coffee). Nespresso will make drinkable but not good espresso. Of all the pod-based machines, nespresso is by far the best for coffee, but it still isn’t amazing. The best grind size to use with an aeropress coffee maker is between drip grind and espresso grind. We call this a medium-fine grind size (#4 on the chart below). A medium-fine grind size prevents most dripthrough while not being too difficult to press through.