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These are the tools I actually use at home to brew our light and medium light roasts. None of it is here to look fancy. Each piece earned its spot on my counter because it helps me get a sweet, clear cup without a lot of fuss.
Lighter roasts reward a little care: weighing your coffee, water at the right temperature, and a steady pour. If you are putting together a home setup, this is where I would start.
Pedro, founder of Syzygy Coffee
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Pour over
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Kalita Wave 185 dripper (stainless)
Kalita Wave 185 dripper (stainless)
The flat bottom is forgiving, so I get an even, sweet cup from our light roasts even on a rushed morning.
Price range: $30 to $75
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Kalita Wave 185 filters
Kalita Wave 185 filters
I keep a stack of these next to the dripper. A quick rinse with hot water and the cup tastes clean.
Price range: Under $30
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Hario V60 size 03
Hario V60 size 03
When I want the most clarity from a light roast I reach for the V60, and the bigger 03 size lets me brew for two.
Price range: Under $30
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Chemex 6 cup
Chemex 6 cup
The thick filter gives a very clean cup that shows off the fruit and floral notes in lighter roasts, and it looks great on the counter.
Price range: $30 to $75
French Press
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Bialetti 6860 Preziosa French Press
Bialetti 6860 Preziosa French Press
When I want a rounder, fuller cup I use this French Press with a coarse grind and a little patience. It is lovely with a medium light roast.
Price range: $30 to $75
Milk drinks
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Subminimal NanoFoamer
Subminimal NanoFoamer
For a weekend latte at home, this little foamer gives me silky milk without a steam wand.
Price range: $30 to $75
Essentials
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Kalita Wave glass server, 500ml
Kalita Wave glass server, 500ml
Kalita's own glass server, made to sit under the Wave 185. You can see exactly how much you brewed, and it pours two cups cleanly at the table.
Price range: Under $30
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Fellow Stagg EKG Pro electric kettle
Fellow Stagg EKG Pro electric kettle
Setting the exact water temperature and keeping a slow, steady pour makes a real difference with lighter roasts.
Price range: $150 and up
These are what I reach for every time I brew our Miami roasted coffees at home. Happy brewing.
Trending right now
Popular picks from the wider coffee community right now. I haven’t tested all of these myself, but they come up again and again.
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Baratza Encore grinder
Baratza Encore grinder
A popular first electric grinder with 40mm hardened steel conical burrs and 40 grind settings, covering pour over, AeroPress, drip and French press.
Price range: $150 and up
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Fellow Opus 2 grinder
Fellow Opus 2 grinder
A newer conical burr grinder from Fellow with stepless adjustment, built to cover everything from espresso to cold brew.
Price range: $150 and up
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TIMEMORE Chestnut C3S Pro hand grinder
TIMEMORE Chestnut C3S Pro hand grinder
A highly rated hand grinder with stainless steel conical burrs and a folding handle, compact enough to travel with.
Price range: $75 to $150
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AeroPress Original
AeroPress Original
A quick, compact press that coffee people keep recommending, and one of the top sellers among coffee presses on Amazon.
Price range: $30 to $75
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Hario Switch dripper, size 02
Hario Switch dripper, size 02
A V60 style dripper with a switch that lets the coffee steep before it drains, which makes it more forgiving. It takes standard size 02 V60 filters.
Price range: $30 to $75
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Bialetti Moka Express, 6 cup
Bialetti Moka Express, 6 cup
The classic Italian stovetop moka pot, and still one of the most popular on Amazon.
Price range: $30 to $75
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Hario Mizudashi cold brew pot, 1000 ml
Hario Mizudashi cold brew pot, 1000 ml
A simple cold brew pitcher made in Japan with a fine mesh filter. Add coffee and water and let the fridge do the work.
Price range: Under $30
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Takeya Deluxe cold brew maker
Takeya Deluxe cold brew maker
One of the most reviewed cold brew makers on Amazon, a Tritan pitcher with an airtight lid.
Price range: $30 to $75
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Cosori gooseneck electric kettle
Cosori gooseneck electric kettle
A gooseneck kettle with temperature presets and a keep warm setting, a more affordable way to control your pour and water temperature.
Price range: $30 to $75
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Chemex Bonded filters, unbleached
Chemex Bonded filters, unbleached
The unbleached bonded filters made for the Chemex, sized for the 6, 8, and 10 cup brewers.
Price range: Under $30