There’s likely been a time in your life where you’ve wanted to make coffee, but you were unable to enjoy that brew. Maybe you went to a vacation home somewhere and they hid the coffee pot! Darn!
Perhaps you were camping and knew you wouldn’t have coffee but your friend brought some thinking there would be a way.
Well, now you can rest easy. There’s a way to enjoy that special brew, even without a coffee maker. We’ll go over short methods you can do in a pinch and also traditional methods used before coffee machines existed.
But for now, let’s get into the coffee-making process.
Using a saucepan is perhaps the easiest method and the one most readily available in a new kitchen. This method requires only basic kitchen items.
1. Heat 8-10 ounces of water on your stovetop in a small pot. Bring to a bubbling boil.
2. Over heat, add 1-2 heaping tablespoons of ground coffee per 10 ounces of water.
In this step, make sure to use a drip grind. Try adding 2 tablespoons to start. It’s easier to weaken coffee by diluting it with water than it is to make it stronger.
3. Remove the pot from heat and cover with the lid. Let the mixture rest for two minutes.
You can bring the coffee back up to a boil if you want – this will increase the bitterness of your brew.
4. Stir the coffee and let it sit, covered, for up to another 3 minutes.
This will help the coffee steep, similar to tea. The longer the coffee is in the water, the stronger it will be!
Cold water may help the grounds sink to the bottom. Splash a little cold water into the pot, but not too much as to dilute the coffee.
5. Using a sieve over your mug, slowly pour the coffee into your mug.
Be sure to do this carefully, the coffee will still be piping hot!
Make sure to watch for the grounds; you’ll end up with some of the brewed coffee in the pot since you don’t want grounds in your coffee.
6. Enjoy your brew!
This is one of the easier methods, provided you have the correct materials at a moment’s notice.
You may be really unlucky if you’re in a vacation home that has a broken coffee machine and no filters. But, if there’s a spare strainer or sieve lying around, you may be able to save your morning using this clever method.
You’ll need to make sure the strainer or sieve has very small holes – something that coffee grounds can’t get through! Leftover coffee grounds in your cup won’t make you want to finish your coffee.
Have grounds but no filter? No big deal! If you have a cowboy hanky or even a thinner cloth napkin you can make some pretty good coffee.
You’ll need clothespins or another clamping tool in order to complete this method, but then you’ll be well on your way to brewing some delicious coffee!
This method of pouring is similar to Chemex brewing! Be sure to watch the clamps, as they may move while you’re pouring.
If you’re really in a pinch and none of these methods are going to work for you, instant coffee is an easy alternative. It’s not the best by any means, but it can work for a day or two until you get a new coffee machine. Just think about the coffee to come and how much better it will be!
You can also go try a local coffee shop in your area, especially if you are traveling. I love going to local coffee shops because they’re usually so warm and inviting! They also have some of the best coffee since they don’t brew large batches like larger coffee chains may do.
You can also buy their coffee beans to grind your own. They may also feature alternative coffee making solutions, too!
Other solutions include different brewing methods altogether. Chemex coffee, a type of pour over coffee, is popular with coffee-loving aficionados. It’s easy to do once or twice but will take time to master!
Chemex units are usually available in a store like Target or Walmart and can also be found on Amazon.
Learn more about how to brew Chemex coffee right here!
And there you have it! The next time you’re without a coffee maker you have four easy and straightforward methods to make coffee in the morning. It’s also never a bad idea to bring your own coffee making devices with you if you can pack it!
If you liked this and want to dive more into the coffee world, we have several more coffee articles! For coffee fanatics and lovers of all brews and decor, we have a blog detailing some of the best ways to build your own coffee bar or coffee island.
Or, learn how to store your coffee effectively for the best brewing results.
And, if you don’t have a grinder, learn how to grind your own coffee beans with a few different methods. Maybe you’ll learn something you don’t know, or expand your already existing knowledge of coffee!
Have a great brew!
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