Gear
Grinders, kettles, presses, and what to skip.
The short version: buy the grinder first, buy it before the machine, and ignore almost everything else until you have. These entries cover what we own, what we replaced, what we regret, and the equipment you can happily go your whole life without.
How do I use a French press?
We had how to clean one and not how to use one, which was daft.
What grind size should I use for coffee?
Eight brew methods, useful starting textures and the first adjustment to make when the cup disagrees.
How do I use an AeroPress?
The current upright method, measured plainly and without flipping hot coffee over your hand.
How should I clean my coffee maker and grinder?
Daily rinse, periodic descale, dry burrs — plus the two popular shortcuts that can damage the machine.
What kind of mug is best for coffee?
Ceramic, glass, steel, wide, narrow, lidded — the useful trade-offs behind an extremely personal object.