Quit Buying Coffee Shop Drinks: These 2 Affordable Items Are All You Need To Make Them At Home - Tasting Table

"We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Anyone who enjoys cappuccinos and lattes will be painfully aware just how expensive a coffee habit can be. And if you've ever tried to save money with a drip machine or a Keurig, you'll know there's really no comparison. Before you consider shelling out for a home espresso machine, there is a cheaper way to cut ties with your neighborhood barista by spending much less on a moka pot and a French press."

"The humble moka pot will provide you with the coffee component of your drink. While a Moka pot doesn't reach the required pressure to deliver true espresso, you will still get a rich, strong brew that works beautifully as a base for lattes and cappuccinos. As a bonus, it's cheap to buy and easy to use. The classic Bialetti Moka 3-cup will set you back just over $40."

"The most important part of creating barista-worthy drinks at home is to get the coffee right. The moka pot is a fairly forgiving method, but to get that espresso strength, it requires a medium-fine grind size and the right ratio of coffee to water. For a 2-ounce shot, which has become the standard for many cafes, you'll need 20 grams of coffee in a 3-cup Moka pot. If you've been wondering how much money you'll be saving by making coffe"

A moka pot produces a rich, strong brew that serves as the coffee base for lattes and cappuccinos, though it does not reach true espresso pressure. A French press can function as a makeshift milk frother by using the plunger to aerate milk. A Bialetti Moka 3-cup costs about $40 and a basic French press can be found for around $10, totaling roughly $50 in equipment. Achieving espresso-like strength requires a medium-fine grind and proper coffee-to-water ratio; a 2-ounce shot typically uses about 20 grams of coffee in a 3-cup Moka pot. Café drinks vary by espresso-to-milk ratio and whether milk is steamed or frothed.

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