September 29th is National Coffee Day. (iStock)
Coffee lovers celebrate National Coffee Day in the United States on September 29th. It’s a great opportunity to head out to your local coffee shop, enjoy a fall brew, and share photos of your favorite hobby on Instagram.
If you love coffee, or want to gift it to a coffee lover on National Coffee Day, here are five gadgets that will help you improve your coffee-making skills. Even without beans, these products will help coffee lovers brew coffee with barista-like precision.
These are the five products every coffee lover needs.
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This is the best espresso machine for beginners. (Amazon)
Espresso machines produce a richer, creamier coffee than coffee makers and give you more control over the brew. Beginners can try Casabrew’s machines on Amazon, which have been praised for their espresso quality, ease of use, and coffee maker value for money. For coffee lovers looking to upgrade to the next level of espresso machines, Breville’s Barista Touch Impress (priced at $1,199.95) is a great option for professional-quality coffee, any time.
The milk frother is a game changer. (Amazon)
This electric milk frother on Amazon is a real game-changer when it comes to making lattes at home. It can heat milk and froth it to coffeehouse standards to turn your coffee into a cappuccino. Or, if you prefer a handheld frother, try the Keurig SimpleCafé Essentials Frother on sale at Walmart for $14.98. This frother whips milk or dairy alternatives into a light, silky foam to create specialty coffee beverages in seconds.
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Keeps your coffee at the perfect temperature even when you stop brewing. (Amazon)
When you’re drinking coffee at home or work, there’s a good chance you’ll be interrupted mid-sip. Keep your coffee at the right temperature every time with this Ember temperature-controlled smart mug from Amazon. The Ember mug stays hot for up to 80 minutes or warm all day with its charging coaster. Or, keep it toasty with this cute and fun Sanrio Coffee Mug and Warmer Set ($29.99) from Home Depot.
Original price: $37.99
Store coffee beans properly in an airtight container. (Amazon)
Coffee canisters help keep your coffee fresh and flavorful by protecting it from moisture, light, and air. The Veken canister from Amazon preserves the freshness of your coffee beans with a one-way CO2 valve and silicone rubber seal that keeps air out and prevents harmful oxidation. This airtight ceramic canister, available at Walmart for $10.98, comes in the shape of a cat.
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This gadget will help you grind your beans to perfection. (OXO)
Whole-bean coffee is generally considered better than ground coffee because it has stronger flavor and aroma, is fresher, and lasts longer. You need a good grinder like this OXO Conical Burr Coffee Grinder. Just add the beans, choose from 15 grind levels from fine for espresso to coarse for French press, turn the dial to select the grind time, and press to start. This Black and Decker grinder, which sells for $16.99 on Amazon, is easy to use and does the job.
Nora Colomer is a personal finance writer on Fox Business’ Strategic Initiatives team.
