From Sean Paajanen, former About.com Guide
Equipment
By Lindsey Goodwin, About.com Guide to Coffee / Tea
An artist is only as good as his tools. The equipment you use (and how you use it) can make a huge difference in the quality of your final brew.
Top Picks
It can be daunting to choose a new espresso machine, or coffee maker. My suggestions and picks can help you out.
- Top 8 Cup Drip Coffee Makers
- Top 1-4 Cup Drip Coffee Makers
- Top Espresso Machines Under $100
- Top Espresso Machines $100-$500
- Top Espresso Machines $500-$1000
- Top Coffee/Espresso Combo Machines
- Top Iced Tea Makers
- Top Coffee Percolators
- Top Tea Kettles
- Top Coffee Grinders
- Top Home Coffee Roasters
- Top Gadgets for the Dorm Room
- Top Camping Coffee Equipment
- Top Thermoses and Thermal Bottles
- Top Water Filter Bottles
Product Reviews
My thoughts and experience with a mix of coffee and tea products, both equipment and other items.
- Tassimo Beverage System
- Senseo Supreme Coffee Maker
- Bialetti Moka Express Review
- Brugo Travel Mug Review
- Porter Products Desk Press
- Javette Review
- Java Juice Review
- BodyCoffee Spa Products
- Crazy Rumours Lip Balm
- Teeccino Herbal Coffee
- Lipton's Tea to Go
- AnTEAdote Bottled Iced Tea
- Ice Java Syrup Review
- UtiliTEA Variable Temperature Tea Kettle
- IngenuiTEA Teapot
- Zarafina Tea Maker Suite
- I-Roast 2 Coffee Roaster
Espresso Equipment
Making espresso isn't as simple as making regular coffee. The espresso machine you use will effect the results of your drinks.
- Before You Buy a Home Espresso Machine
- Kinds of Home Espresso Machines
- Espresso Machine Features to Look For
Profiles
Details on makes and models of all kinds of coffee and tea machines and equipment.
Teaware
Tea cups and teapots can be an important part of the beauty of drinking tea.
Shopping
If your local supermarket doesn't have the gourmet coffee or tea products you want, start doing some searching online.