It’s 10am on a Saturday. You’ve just risen naturally without the aid of your alarm and ready for a relaxing morning ritual. One that will calm and fuel you. The act of making your own coffee at home is a small yet an insurmountable joy, even more so than procuring your own cup at your favourite coffee house. As discerning purveyors will know that with the right tools and gizmos intact, anyone would be capable of brewing and making a solid equivalent of the coffee you get out there.
And the real fun and invigoration comes through the process. The sound of coffee beans grinding. The therapeutic reprieve you get with doing a slow pour-over with a gooseneck kettle. The first dispense of espresso crema. All of the above surmounting to a soothing self-care act.
The options are endless when it comes to making your own coffee. Beyond the typical fanfare of Nespresso mechanics, there are a plethora of things that will draw out the pleasure of a simple brew or a considered speedy approach to nailing an extraction formula. Pioneers in the coffee space have gone above and beyond to drive developments when it comes to every home barista’s needs and preferences. Take Morning for instance, conceived by the folks behind PPP Coffee, the early adopters of specialty coffee in Singapore, the capsule machine is capable of executing a espresso shot to mimic the flavour and technique to that of a La Marzocco.
So look no further, being your own barista in this day and age isn’t so much rocket science than it is a lack of understanding. Below, see Vogue Singapore’s trusty guide.
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For the drip enthusiast: White Stagg Pour-Over Kettle, $113.89
Those who love a slow burn romance as much as they love a moody black coffee will appreciate the art of a pour-over. And it’s hard to go wrong with the V60 method, one that was invented by Japanese company Hario. Alongside a handy kettle and a gentle hand, all you need is a dripper, server, a hand grinder (if you prefer to go manual), and some filter paper. Do this with single-origin coffees, where the soothing technique will draw out all the right notes, of sweetness, fruit, and acidity.
Available at Ssense.
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For the drip enthusiast: Hario V60 02 Coloured Ceramic Drippers, $42
Available at PPP Coffee.
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For the time-starved connoisseur: The Morning Machine, $660
Capsules used to be highly controversial in the barista world—until Morning. Created by the folks behind PPP Coffee in Singapore, this machine merges professional brewing—like temperature calibration, pressure profiles and preferred water-to-coffee ratio—with a nifty capsule application. Bonus points for its compatibility with Nespresso capsules. Those who prefer milk in their coffee, arm yourself with a milk frother and a milk jug for a more precise pour.
Available at Morning.
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For the time-starved connoisseur: Die Synthese Yemen Al-Naquie Synthese Wassergeist, $39
Available at Morning.
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For those in it for the long haul: Breville The Dynamic Duo, $1,699.95
So you’ve settled down in your own crib and have more than enough countertop room. The best thing you can do if you love espresso-based coffees, is to invest in a Breville. Enhanced with professional features like a dual boiler heating system, with a steam boiler and smart grinder, this steel machine will take your home barista dreams to the next level. A clear winner especially at house gatherings.
Available at Breville.
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For those in it for the long haul: Kurasu House Blend Dark Roast, $22
Available at Kurasu.
