Morgan Eckroth|08. Mai
8 BIZARRE Coffee Brewers That You’ve Probably Never Seen
Introduction & Book Launch
- YouTuber Morgan introduces his new book “Coffee for Here”, now available for pre-order.
- It’s a handbook covering everything from filter coffee to espresso and signature drinks.
- Then he presents 8 bizarre coffee brewers from his collection.
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"Barisieur" Alarm Clock Brewer
- A Kickstarter darling: Prepare it at night, and it automatically brews when your alarm goes off.
- Downside: The grounds oxidize overnight, leading to a bland cup. The shower head also creates uneven extraction.
- Verdict: Visually stunning but more of a collector’s item than a practical device.
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MoMA Pour-Over Set (Tom Dixon)
- Made of double-walled borosilicate glass. A collaboration between Tom Dixon and the Museum of Modern Art.
- Elegant, easy to clean, and great for large batches. However, quite expensive.
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Balance Brewer (Belgian Brewer / Sideways Siphon)
- A fully mechanical, physics-based automatic brewer. Works like a sideways siphon.
- Feature: It brews and then shuts itself off once the cycle is complete.
- Major downside: Extremely difficult to clean; prone to growing strange things inside.
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Bodum MoMA Drip Coffee Maker
- A standard drip coffee maker made of colorful plastic, giving it a Simpsons/Lego vibe.
- Adds a pop of color to a monochromatic kitchen.
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"9 Barista" Stovetop Espresso Maker
- Not a moka pot, but a true espresso machine for the stove.
- Generates enough pressure (9 bars) for real espresso through clever coil and temperature control.
- Ideal for travel or camping, very durable, but pricey.
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Vandola (Traditional Costa Rican Brewer)
- Handmade from ceramic, similar to a Chemex but with its own spout.
- A rare, tactile experience with a steam release hole near the handle.
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Yama Cold Brew Tower (Kyoto Style)
- Brews iced coffee Kyoto-style. Uses ice and water in the top chamber.
- Water drips very slowly through the coffee grounds into the bottom chamber. The loops are purely decorative.
- Result: Smooth, round iced coffee, similar to cold brew. However, it’s bulky and tricky to handle.
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Porous Ceramic Filter
- A reusable ceramic filter that requires no paper. Just add coffee and brew.
- Sensory challenge: Difficult to clean and the tactile feel of the porous material is unpleasant for the reviewer.
- Still a cool, reusable option for those who like it.
- There are many bizarre ways to brew coffee, from design icons to physics marvels.
- Most are more showpieces than workhorses, but all have their own unique charm.
