How to Make Espresso Without an Espresso Machine | French Press, Aeropress, Instant Coffee, Moka Pot

Learn how to make espresso strength coffee without owning a fancy espresso machine! I go over how to make espresso with instant coffee, a French press, an Aeropress, and a Moka Pot! I talk about the pros and cons of each method, plus which one I think makes the best espresso without an espresso machine!

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Instant Coffee:

RECIPES:

◼French Press:
1/4 cup coarsely ground dark roast coffee
3-4 ounces 190 F/87 C water

Brew for 4 minutes, plunge down and pour out

◼Aeropress:

1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon finely ground dark roast coffee
2.5 ounces 175 F/79C water

◼Instant:
2-3 teaspoons instant coffee
2 tablespoons hot water

◼Moka Pot:

Finely ground (not quite as fine as espresso) dark roast coffee to fill the funnel of the Moka Pot
Boiling water to fill the bottom chamber of the Moka Pot to just below the valve

TIME STAMPS:

0:00 Intro
0:19 French Press
1:25 Aeropress
2:29 Instant Coffee
3:29 Moka Pot
5:20 Which is my favorite?
5:50 Bloopers

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[ankylosaruswrecks]

This is the first time I've ever heard anyone acknowledge the physical ability to use a product as a consideration. Thank you.

[anngustaff]

I used an aero press this morning for the first time using your coffee and water measurements, and the espresso was so good! Plus, it's really easy to do. I can stop using pods now. Thank you!

[wannabe]

You are very clear and to the point in this video, engage the audience really well, and inspire with your enthusiasm while also keeping your voice calm, crisp and clear 🙂 Well done! 😊

[TabularAcrobat]

Super easy to understand video. I love that you were inclusive to levels of strength because I thought about getting an aero press for my wife but she likely wouldn't be able to make it herself! Great video!

[catherinedavis]

Thanks for the great instructions. The electric stove circle is called a burner. 🙂

[supersploof]

i just made a pumpkin spice latte with your french press method and omg best coffee ive ever made! thank you <3

[dkennell]

You're the best. I was looking at moka pots to try and approximate espresso, hadn't even considered aeropress. Thanks!

[fishchick]

I’ve been making French press “espresso” for lattes for a long time. I love it but I do want to get an aeropress & try that too. Thank you so much for this great video.

[scope]

Finally an actual method I can use! The only equipment I have is a pour over machine lol

[Coffee_Is_Life_]

This is the most useful tutorial I have came across. You deserve more subscribers. Oh, and, could you use a lighter roast coffee and use more of it, would that work?

[SavageSaskatch]

was looking for a way to make espresso style coffee with the french press i own and wondering if that was possible, thansk to you i know!

[Flossie__]

Super helpful, can’t wait to try these methods!

[jesseperez]

Thanks, that insta coffee trick changed up my coffee alot:)

[AdriandeSilva-rllg]

you nailed the question weighting the back of my mind... how did you know, that is the question...

[alyqat]

I love this video it’s so vibes and so helpful!!!❤

[dragonfly]

it is PRESSURE that gives espresso its unique and strong flavor - and the Aeropress provides an inexpensive and easy way to apply pressure to the grounds (although certainly not as much pressure as a $1000 espresso machine)... however some folks use the INVERTED Aeropress method to apply pressure to ALL the coffee that comes through the filter into your cup - because you may notice when you first pour the hot water onto the grounds and begin stirring, some water immediately starts to drain through the filter into the cup, and by the time you start pressing the plunger perhaps 25% of the espresso in your cup is actually pour-over... so INVERT the Aeropress before adding the grounds and water and stirring - then wet the filter and screw it on and turn right-side-up over your cup and press away for a better espresso... Erica - you should do a video on the Aeropress inverted method...

[CathAlexandra]

Can pour over coffee work? I use a filter over my cup with kettle water.

[jackierooke]

Hello! Such a helpful video, I’ve just bought an aeropress. How do I know what the temperature is of the water if not boiling? Do I need a thermometer?

[alpborakirte]

Could you tell me how many tablespoon of coffee you used for frenchpress and how much water for one shot? I didn’t understand clearly also can i use filter coffee?

[aiai-ji]

I did see a beautiful espresso machine in the background of another video of yours...would you mind sharing what brand and style it is? New to your channel--I like the cooking from old cookbooks segments a lot!