For French Press Fans
ESPRO P7 French Press Coffee Maker
One common complaint about French presses is the urgency: if you don’t drink it right away, you risk a cold, overbrewed cup. ESPRO proposes to fix this with its double-walled, double-filtered design and air lock technology, which ensures that once you press the plunger, your grounds stop steeping. The result is coffee that is optimally brewed and stays warm for much longer than a more typical glass design. Health writer Raki Swanson tested this and declared it “a very sexy French press.”
For a Precise Pour-Over with a Pop of Color
Great Jones x Fellow EKG Pro Kettle
For Getting Ratios Right
OXO Good Grips 6-lb Precision Scale With Timer
For Dialing In Your Perfect Grind
BODUM Bistro Burr Coffee Grinder
A burr grinder is a valuable tool in a coffee connoisseur’s arsenal. A burr grinder crushes coffee beans between two “burrs” (abrasive surfaces), a process which creates a nice, uniform particle size. This also affects the flavor of your coffee, as an inconsistent grind from a blade grinder can make it taste more bitter. Blade grinders also generate more heat, which also impacts your coffee’s flavor.
My sister was a barista and originally recommended the BODUM Bistro. It has 12 grind settings, from French press to espresso, and has a pre-set timer so you can choose your grind duration. I also like the borosilicate glass container that catches your ground coffee; it helps reduce the static that can make coffee grounds cling to everything. It’s also fairly reasonably priced; if you’re lucky, you can snag it on sale. If you’re ready to upgrade your grinder, this is my personal favorite.
For People Who Enjoy the Ritual
Peugeot Brésil Manual Coffee Grinder in Walnut Stained Beechwood - 8 in
For More Consistent Espresso Shots
Normcore Spring Loaded Tamper V4
A consistent tamp is something you’ll probably struggle with when making espresso. If you’re not, then I congratulate you: you’re more talented than I. A well-tamped puck of coffee allows the water to flow evenly through the grounds, and prevents over- or under-extraction, both of which can affect the flavor of the espresso your espresso machine produces. This tamper from Normcore is spring-loaded and is fitted with a leveling plate to help you compact ground coffee more easily. It also comes in a variety of sizes to fit different brands’ portafilters.
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For Great Beans
Atlas Coffee Club
If you want high-quality coffee beans but don’t know where to start, why not subscribe to a service that does the work for you? To start, Atlas asks you questions about your coffee type preference (ground, whole bean, and even Keurig- or Nespresso-compatible pods), your brew method, caffeine preference, and your roast preference. Then you can choose to have a bag (there are 6-ounce, 12-ounce, and 24-ounce options) sent every two or four weeks.
I’ve been using this service for about two years now, and I’ve never been disappointed. I prefer a whole bean, dark roast, and I’ve received some wonderful varietals, each with a postcard and info card detailing your coffee’s region and characteristics. My only complaint is that if you find a roast you love, you can’t reorder it. That’s not enough to stop me from enjoying a new region every month, however.
For Creamy Foam (and More)
Zulay Kitchen Milk Frother With Stand
For Keeping Beans Fresh Longer
Coffee Gator Coffee Canister
For Smarter (and Prettier) Filter Storage
Yamazaki Home Tosca Coffee Filter Case
For Taming Coffee Pod Clutter
Amazon Basics Nespresso Original Line Coffee Pod Storage Drawer Holder
For Keeping Your Coffee Machines Running Like New
Urnex Dezcal Descaling Powder
For an Easy Coffee Grinder Cleaning Solution
Urnex Grindz Grinder Cleaning Tablets
For Stylish Sipping
ZWILLING Sorrento Double Wall Latte Glass Set
For Coffee That Travels
Fellow Carter Move Mug, 16-oz
Taking your coffee with you is a risky proposition; not only do you have to keep your beverage hot (or cold), you have to worry about lids that leak and containers that just won’t fit in your car’s cup holders. The Fellow Carter Move Mug offers a solution, with its slim design, snap-in splash guard, and an array of vibrant colors.
Raki Swanson said, “I love the design. It is very sleek and doesn't look like a mug or a thermos. I like that when you take off the lid, it has a thin 'lip' that makes it easy to drink out of.” Cold brew fans, fear not: “I also like that you can purchase a cold lid and straw or a carrying handle for an additional cost--this means you have options with this mug,” she added.
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Katie Tuttle
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Katie Tuttle is an editor and writer specializing in food, nutrition, and product testing. Her work has appeared in EatingWell, Food & Wine, The Spruce Eats, and Real Simple. She has written about meal kits, kitchen tools, fitness, and wellness, and has tested and reviewed a wide range of products, with a particular focus on meal delivery services and their impact on nutrition and convenience.
Beyond food, Katie has covered fitness and wellness topics, drawing from her own experience as a powerlifter and an occasional runner. She’s always interested in how products and services can make healthy living more accessible and practical.
When she’s not researching or writing, Katie is usually surrounded by houseplants or spending time with a foster dog. She firmly believes there’s no such thing as too many books or too much coffee.
Reyna Franco, RDN
Medical Reviewer
Reyna Franco, RDN, is a New York City–based dietitian-nutritionist, certified specialist in sports dietetics, and certified personal trainer. She is a diplomate of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and has a master's degree in nutrition and exercise physiology from Columbia University.
In her private practice, she provides medical nutrition therapy for weight management, sports nutrition, diabetes, cardiac disease, renal disease, gastrointestinal disorders, cancer, food allergies, eating disorders, and childhood nutrition. To serve her diverse patients, she demonstrates cultural sensitivity and knowledge of customary food practices. She applies the tenets of lifestyle medicine to reduce the risk of chronic disease and improve health outcomes for her patients.
Franco is also a corporate wellness consultant who conducts wellness counseling and seminars for organizations of every size. She taught sports nutrition to medical students at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, taught life cycle nutrition and nutrition counseling to undergraduate students at LaGuardia Community College, and precepts nutrition students and interns. She created the sports nutrition rotation for the New York Distance Dietetic Internship program.
She is the chair of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine's Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist Member Interest Group. She is also the treasurer and secretary of the New York State Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, having previously served in many other leadership roles for the organization, including as past president, awards committee chair, and grant committee chair, among others. She is active in the local Greater New York Dietetic Association and Long Island Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, too.
Ray Finch
Fact-Checker
Ray Finch is a content specialist with expertise in fact-checking, copy-editing, sensitivity reading, and content management, and has worked with publishers including Health.com, Parents, VeryWell Mind, Medium, Everyday Health, and VeryWell Health.
Their longtime interest in mental health, chronic illness, disability, neurodivergence, and LGBTQIA+ issues was sparked first by their own firsthand experiences, and was further refined during their academic career, having earned dual bachelor's degrees in Anthropology and Women's and Gender Studies.
Finch is committed to producing inclusive, scientifically sound content that takes into account such nuanced factors as socioeconomic status, clinician bias, and cultural competence, all of which influence how people engage — or don’t — with medical professionals and the healthcare system.
Katrina Cossey
Editor
Katrina Cossey is a writer and editor with over 10 years of experience in broadcast and service journalism. Over her career, she’s covered topics such as the COVID-19 pandemic, newborn care, healthy skin-care routines, dental health, and more. She's also tested hundreds of products, ranging from fitness equipment and blood pressure monitors to car seats, toys, and kitchen items.
She received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Oklahoma with a focus on professional media. During her time at university, Katrina served as a reporter for the university’s news channel and webpage.
When she’s not working, Katrina is outside with her family. They love riding their bikes and walking various trails around their community.
Raki Swanson
Tester
Raki Swanson is a Minnesota-based freelance health writer and married mother to two adult children. She has experience covering mental health, fitness, food, and lifestyle topics, as well as significant experience reviewing and testing products for the Marketplace team, including online therapy, fitness gear, and food.
She received a bachelor's degree in applied psychology from St. Cloud University in Minnesota. She has also worked as a business development manager at a Fortune 500 company in Minnesota, and spent several years living in the south of France while growing up, which inspired her love of travel and food.
When she's not writing, you can find her reading, blogging, and enjoying being an empty nester with her husband, two dogs, and tabby cat named Kevin.