Going to your local coffee shop every morning can be pretty time consuming, not to mention costly as well. With back to school season in full swing, schedules are becoming even busier. Having a quality coffee maker at home that offers a barista-style brew can be just the pick-me-up you need. And you can get one at a pretty affordable price. Caffeine lovers can get a great deal on an AeroPress right now, with Woot slashing up to 36% off select models. Prices range from $30 to $45, depending on which model you chose. The XL model is at a record low price of $45 right now. But you’ll want to make your selection soon, as this sale ends Sept. 12.
The AeroPress coffee press has something of a cult following — and is one of our favorite coffee accessories — thanks to its simplicity, ease of use and portability. All you really need to do is add water, ground beans and a cup and you can have the perfect coffee anywhere. It’s a single-serve coffee maker that works by pressing water through coffee grounds into your cup. Not only does this make the AeroPress faster than a French press when you’re in a rush, but it also doesn’t have the same bitterness. You’ll want to make sure your coffee grounds are on the finer side, but it can brew one to three cups of coffee in about 1 minute, and it’s so compact, you can take it anywhere, which makes it a great option for dorms, camping, travel or carrying with you to the office.
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It also produces a strong, espresso-like shot that is fine to drink on its own or — with a dash of water or milk — make your own Americano or latte at home. You can make cold brew, too. And with the microfilter, your coffee won’t be filled with grit. Your purchase also includes a set of filters, a filter cap, a scoop and stirrer, so you’ll have everything you need to be your own barista. The XL model also includes a carafe.
If this style doesn’t quite work for you, we’ve got plenty of other coffee maker deals worth checking out.
