For most of us, it’s impossible to get through the day without a steaming (or ice-cold!) cup of coffee made just the way we like it. As we spend more time at home, it’s not surprising to see more people upgrading their coffee sessions to café-like experiences by investing in tools and equipment needed to brew that perfect cup—whether it’s an espresso, cafe au lait, cappuccino or some fancy variation.
Interested in being your own barista? Here, we’ve listed eight easy-to-use coffeemakers you can consider, from the good ol’ drip and French Press to the fancier, multi-function machines. The best part? You can shop them all at SM!
Rivers Micro Coffee Dripper (available in black only), P495
Small and very portable, the Rivers Micro Dripper is an ultra-compact dripper that can be used even when you’re on the go. Ideal for those who prefer to do it old-school style, this no-fuss drip lets you easily prep a cup—just grab your coffee grounds and some hot water. Its key feature is the silicone holder, which can be folded up to fit regular-sized coffee cups and tumblers.
Rivers Hoop Mono French Press (available in black or white), P2,495
What if the tried-and-tested coffee press got an upgrade? Compared to other presses that use three metal filters, the Rivers Hoop Mono French Press can elevate your coffee experience with its stainless steel monofilter that keeps out fine coffee grains while producing a cleaner mouthfeel. Plus, the press can be washed easily without the need for disassembling.
Cuisinart Supreme Grind Automatic Burr Mill DBM-8HK, P5,319.18
One of the key elements to a smooth cup of coffee is having perfectly fine grounds. The Cuisinart Supreme Grind Automatic Burr Mill has a heavy-duty motor, a large hopper that can hold 225g of whole coffee beans, and an 18-position grind selector that can produce consistencies from ultrafine grind to coarse. It comes with an electric timer and is fully automatic, and is great for making big batches—from four to 18 cups.
Dowell 2-in-1 Grind-and-Brew Coffee Maker CM-2080G, P4, 499.77
The Dowell 2-in-1 Grind-and-Brew Coffee Maker combines an automatic drip coffee maker and a grinder into a single machine. It has a large capacity jug that can hold 600 ml (or around 4 to 6 cups) of coffee, a 30g-capacity grinder tray, a 10-scoop ground coffee tray, an anti-drip valve, and a keep warm function. This is ideal if you pretty much consume coffee throughout the day!
Wacaco Minipresso GR, P3,499.75
The Wacaco Minipresso GR is a versatile handheld brewing device with an integrated pump that comes with its own brewing cup, a cleaning brush, and a soft pouch carry bag. The GR model specifically uses ground coffee, which means you have flexibility when it comes to trying new flavors. Don’t let its size deceive you as it produces eight bars of pressure and can make a single serving of 50ml espresso. The Wacaco Minipresso also comes in an NS variant that’s compatible with Nespresso pods.
Nespresso Essenza Mini, P7,500
The Nespresso Essenza Mini is perfect for those who want to get into the coffee pod machine trend minus the hefty price tag. This compact option—which uses coffee pods or capsules—has a 19-bar pressure, a removable 600ml water tank, and two preset serving sizes for Espresso (40ml) and Lungo (110ml).
Cuisinart Cold Brew Coffee Maker DCB-10HK, P9,199.80
Love cold brew? This automatic coffeemaker from Cuisinart speeds up the process of cold brewing from the usual 12 to 24 hours to about 25 to 45 minutes. You can select three brewing options (mild, medium, and bold), while the carafe can hold up to seven cups of ready-to-drink, cold brew coffee. The “instant” cold brew extraction is done by spinning the coffee filter basket while pausing throughout the brew cycle.
Gagga Viva Deluxe, P12,799.20
There are several ways to take your coffee brewing skills to the next level, and one of those is with an espresso machine, which is what most cafés and restaurants use to serve customers. The Gagga Viva Deluxe has a 15-bar pump pressure, a filter holder that also comes with a special filter for coffee pods, and a steel pannarello (or more commonly known as a steamer) for frothing milk. Though a bit pricey, it’s a pretty good investment for serious java junkies.
Ready to invest in your own coffeemaker? Just make sure to review your options well, check the features, and don’t go over your budget! You can check out these picks up close by heading to the nearest SM Mall or by browsing through ShopSM or The SM Store.
