Gourmet Coffee for Less

Starbucks Dark French Roast, Ground Coffee, 12-Ounce Bags (Pack of 3)

Cameron's Organic French Roast Whole Bean Coffee, 32-Ounce Bag

* Meeting strict environmental standards, our organic varieties have been grown and processed without use of pesticides, herbicide or chemicals
* 100% Specialty Grade Arabica Coffee
* Whole bean coffee
* This coffee possesses a sharp, bittersweet tang

Organic Camano Island Coffee Roasters Sumatra, Dark Roast, Whole Bean, 5-Pound Bag

* The most socially responsible, highest grade coffee on the market
* Certified organic
* Shade grown and fairly traded
* Dark roast - reflects the smoky characteristics of the roast itself
* Camano island coffee roasters commits to only carrying the highest grade green coffee available - the top 1% of the coffee market to be exact

Aerobie 80R08 AeroPress Coffee and Espresso Maker

Amazon Price: $20.46 (as of 05/30/2012)

Product Features

* Unique coffee/espresso maker uses total immersion and gentle pressure to produce coffee with extraordinarily rich flavor
* Makes American style coffee or an espresso-style shot perfect for use in lattes or cappuccinos
* Because of the lower temperature and short brew time, the acid level of the brew is much lower than conventional brewers
* Micro-filtered coffee so pure and particle-free that it can be stored for days as a concentrate
* Includes a years' worth of micro-filters; BPA free

Fast and convenient, the AeroPress Coffee and Espresso Maker makes one of the best cups of coffee you'll ever taste. This innovative uses the ideal water temperature and gentle air pressure brewing to produce coffee and espresso that has rich flavor with lower acidity and without bitterness. It makes 1 to 4 cups of coffee or espresso (enough for 1 or 2 mugs), features a micro filtered for grit free coffee, and takes just 1 minute to make coffee (actual press time takes only 20 seconds).

Zojirushi EC-BD15BAFresh Brew Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker

Amazon Price: $84.95 (as of 05/30/2012)

Product Features

* Stylish automatic coffee brewer with 1.5-liter thermal carafe
* Stainless-steel carafe keeps coffee hot for hours
* 1025 watts; electronic clock/timer with preset function; auto shut-off for safety
* Clever brew-and-serve lid design; easy-to-read water gauge
* Measures 15 by 12 by 9 inches; 1-year warranty

Lots of folks dislike the burnt flavor that coffee gets when it sits in a glass pot over a heating element. To avoid this, coffee shops often brew right into large thermal pots to keep the coffee warm without it becoming overcooked. The Zojirushi Fresh Brew does that, too, but in home-sized batches. It looks great, too, with a glossy black body and stainless steel carafe and brew basket.

To brew, lift the lid and swing the water outlet spout to one side while the filter is being loaded; the spout will return to its proper position when the lid is closed. A small red ball in the water gauge makes it extra simple to read. And an electronic clock module also serves as a timer that will start the brewer at a specified time. The carafe's lid is designed to be on during brewing, with a small cap to help keep the heat in after it's ready. The Fresh Brew also has a pause-and-serve function that stops the flow for 30 seconds while a cup of coffee is served.

To clean the brewer unit, use a solution of white vinegar and water, following the instructions in the accompanying booklet. The unit is not immersible. The exterior can be wiped with a damp soft rag; do not use abrasives or scouring pads. The filter reservoir is removable; clean with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly. The coffee brewer measures 15 by 12 by 9 inches (includes carafe handle when unit is completely assembled), and it uses #4 cone-shaped disposable paper filters. The Fresh Brew comes with a detailed instruction booklet. Zojirushi guarantees its products with a one-year limited warranty. --Garland Withers

Senseo 7810 Single-Serve Gourmet Coffee Machine, Black

Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)

Product Features

* Single-serve coffeemaker brews up to 8 ounces in less than a minute
* Works with pre-measured sealed coffee pods that come in a variety of flavors
* Simple push-button controls for size selection and power
* No messy grinding or flavor cross-over; dishwasher-safe parts
* Measures 12 by 8-1/2 by 13-1/2 inches; 2-year limited warranty

Uniquely designed, this coffeemaker brews a single serving of fresh gourmet coffee at the touch of a button. Because the machine uses premeasured coffee pods, the system is hassle-free, is easy to clean, and guarantees a flavorful, fresh brew each time. Measuring 13-1/2 by 12 by 8-1/2 inches, the coffeemaker is shaped like a curved cylinder with a round base. Two pod holders are included: a shallow holder that holds one coffee pod for one cup, and a deeper filter that holds two pods for two cups (or one 8-ounce mug). After filling the removable reservoir with fresh water to the "max" line, the pods are inserted and the lid locked into place. A simple push of the "on/off" button and either of the one- or two-cup buttons starts the brewing process. Up to five 4-ounce cups can be brewed on one reservoir of water. Cups are not included, but almost any 4-ounce cup or 8-ounce mug will do the trick. All the removable parts--the pod holders, reservoir, coffee spout, plastic drip tray, and metal cup tray--are dishwasher-safe. The coffeemaker carries a two-year limited warranty and a variety of coffee pods are available separately. Also, Senseo was awarded the ChefsBest award for best performing single-serve coffee appliance. The ChefsBest Award for Performance is awarded to the brand rated highest overall among leading brands by independent professional chefs. --Ann Bieri