National Coffee Day. Celebrate the ultimate socially acceptable addiction with some great deals on some of our favorite espresso machines, cold brewers, and coffee bean subscriptions to help you stay wired. Most of these deals will continue through the weekend, starting October 1 For other countries Coffee Day, and many retailers just put these two things together into one long, caffeinated sale.
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Deals on Coffee Subscriptions
There’s nothing like freshly roasted coffee delivered to your door. These deals will save you a few dollars on your first order. Be sure to read our guide to the best coffee subscriptions for the best roasters.
Photo: Atlas Coffee
Using the code WIREDFREECOFFEEDAY you will receive a free bag of coffee beans with your first order. Atlas Coffee Club has been a top pick in our Best Coffee Subscriptions guide since its launch, and for good reason. It offers a wide selection of single origin beans, freshly roasted, delivered to your door at an affordable price.
Coffee Roaster Grounds & Hounds Coffee is offering 30 percent off new subscriptions with code BIGBREW30-about $10 off a two-bag purchase. The great thing about Grounds & Hounds is that a portion of the profits from every sale goes to support animal rescue organizations. You can also use codes BIGBREW20 to get 20 percent off everything (maybe you just want to buy a certain bag), or BIGBREW25 for 25 percent off orders over $100.
Deals on Coffee Brewers
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Primula is one of the more affordable options in our guide to cold brew coffee makers, and this deal makes it even cheaper. During our test of the Primula Burke, the coffee came out smooth and flavorful without much bitterness, and the filter is fine enough that there was less sediment than most immersion brewers. It’s also easier to clean and lasts longer than most drinking carafes.
The humble moka pot is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to make coffee. And it’s very easy to use, clean, and maintain. No moving parts will be broken. I’ve had mine for over a decade, and apart from applying the silicon seal a few times, it’s never given me a problem. Drinking well from a Moka pot is easy too; there are many different ways to do it, but I’m a coffee lover James Hoffmann’s way.
Espresso Machine Deals
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KitchenAid’s Semi Automatic Espresso Machine (8/10, WIRED Recommends) is compact and offers enough controls that you can adjust your espresso to your liking. This machine includes a built-in burr grinder, espresso maker, and steam wand. The grinder is quiet—the quietest we’ve tested—and we like the high clarity under the portafilter, which means it can fit in almost any cup.
The Specialista is another great, surprisingly compact option for those of us with limited counter space. There’s a built-in burr grinder, and it doesn’t take much to dial. Makes a great espresso out of the box. The small plastic adapter needed to attach the filter to the grinder spout can be a little annoying, but we won’t mind that at this price. This is a great espresso machine that will serve you well for years to come.
Deals on Kettles and Grinders
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The Wolf True Temperature electric kettle is our favorite industrial energy kettle. It also has a knob similar to the famous Wolf ovens and a range found in many restaurant kitchens. This thing is built like a tank (and comes with a five-year warranty), and all of its features scream “professional kitchen.” Easy to clean; the removable lid has a large, easy-to-clean water filter; the body is stainless steel with double walls for good isolation; and it feels good to pick up and pour. Our biggest gripe is the price, but this deal makes that pretty easy to swallow.
This is one of our favorite teas, thanks to the various presets, but it will make a great pour over too if you’re on a budget (and there’s a French coffee preset). There’s a backlit water window that lets you see how much water you’re filling (useful if your kitchen doesn’t have the best lighting), and a blue light shows when the water is boiling and at which setting. There is a mesh filter near the pouring spout that you can remove and clean.
Call me crazy, but I love grinding my beans every morning. Sure, it’s easier to use an electric grinder, but for me grinding by hand is part of the coffee culture. For years this was the hand grinder I used. It’s compact, incredibly sturdy (as in well-raised plastic), and grinds enough coffee for a shot of espresso or my favorite moka pot.