Drip brewed coffee has five times the acidity of AeroPress coffee. The French press has nine times the acidity of AeroPress coffee. AeroPress may help decrease the acidity of coffee, meaning that this method of making coffee could be easier on sensitive stomachs.
Other factors determine the acidity of your coffee, including but not limited to the amount of coffee you use in your brew, the coarseness (or fineness) of your coffee grounds, and fresh or pre-ground coffee beans.
What is AeroPress?
An AeroPress is akin to a French press in that it filters and creates a unique coffee experience. An AeroPress is used to make coffee following these simplified steps:
- steep the water and the ground coffee (fresh or pre-ground) in the AeroPress
- push the brew through the AeroPress filter to make a cup of clean, fresh, and vivid coffee
Who invented the AeroPress?
The retired Stanford engineering professor and inventor, Alan Adler founded AeroPress Inc. in 1984. Alan Adler holds over 40 patents.
Is AeroPress better than other coffee-making methods and devices?
Every coffee connoisseur has their own coffee experiences and preferences. Some coffee enthusiasts enjoy the way a French press makes coffee bold and gives it a large mouthfeel. Others will love the AeroPress and its bold, clear tones.
What you enjoy will determine which coffee-making method is your go-to and preferred method. If you like your coffee strong and hearty, a French Press may be the better choice for your preference. If your coffee preference is flavorful and bold, yet smooth, an AeroPress may give you a better coffee experience.
Where can I get an AeroPress?
An AeroPress Coffee maker can be found online and in-store from major retailers like Amazon.com, Walmart, and Bed Bath & Beyond. They can also be found from other coffee connoisseur brands in the online coffee community. If you want, you can go straight to the business itself, and order from the company directly.
How much is an AeroPress?
Online retailers have AeroPress available for an average price of $30-35.
How much are AeroPress filters?
If you want reusable filters, you can get a set of 2 for $6-10 online. Disposable filters will run around $4.
Can AeroPress filters be composted?
If you check the brand to be sure of the materials, most coffee filters are biodegradable, and therefore compostable. You can toss the coffee grounds and the filter in for composting.
What do I need to use an AeroPress?
You need a few things to use an AeroPress, some of which I’m sure you already have. Here’s a list of the items, and what you could use that you may already have in your kitchen:
- AeroPress
- AeroPress Filters
- Kettle or otherwise boiling water
- Mortar & Pestle or other herb grinders
- Scale or Measuring tools
- Stopwatch (timers can also be found on microwaves and other appliances)
- Something to stir your brew
- Cup or otherwise 8oz mug
How much coffee do I put in an AeroPress?
How much coffee you use is up to you and how strong you want your coffee to be. Using an AeroPress, it’s likely that your coffee will be clearer than drop-method brews, which might be deceiving. Even if the coffee isn’t dark, doesn’t necessarily mean it’s not strong.
Do you use coffee grounds in an AeroPress?
Freshly ground coffee beans make the best coffee in an AeroPress. Pre-ground coffee is not half as good as fresh when it comes to flavor, but it’ll work if that’s what you choose to use. The AeroPress works great with any roast level you prefer.
If you’re using fresh coffee beans, you’ll want to ground up enough to make 2 ½ Tablespoons or 17g.
How does an AeroPress work?
The steps to making coffee with an AeroPress are as follows:
- Boil water in a kettle. Weigh or otherwise measure your preferred strength of coffee. Grind fresh beans to an almost sandy texture, a bit smaller than sea salt.
- Add your filter to the AeroPress, following directions on how to get a seal.
- Assemble the AeroPress, making sure the entire piece is dry.
- Add coffee grounds, then add water enough to saturate the coffee grounds. The water should measure to be around 200 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let sit for at least 30 seconds before filling the remainder of the chamber. Fill with more hot water to top the AeroPress off.
- Let sit for another minute, stir briefly, and add the cap. Make sure the cap is secure.
- Flip the whole piece over quickly and over your cup, begin applying pressure to push the brew through the filter and into your cup.
- Enjoy your fresh cup of coffee!
How do you get the coffee grounds out of an AeroPress?
When you’re done brewing and making your coffee, you can unscrew the cap and push the grounds, along with the filter, right out the end. Take apart your AeroPress to clean it most thoroughly, as needed.
How long does an AeroPress take to brew coffee?
On average, an AeroPress can be from 1 minute 30 seconds to a longer brew time of 3 minutes. On average, a French press takes 3-5 minutes.
Can I brew tea in my AeroPress?
Loose leaf tea will brew wonderfully in an AeroPress. If you have tea bags, you can open the bag and empty the contents into the brew chamber on the AeroPress.
Does caffeine content in coffee made with an AeroPress differ from coffee brewed with other devices?
An independent researcher showed the caffeine is the same as coffee brewed comparably. If someone were to make their coffee stronger, it would increase the caffeine, but with similar circumstances, caffeine content was also similar.
How can I clean my AeroPress when it gets sticky?
According to the AeroPress website, you should be able to keep the chamber clean with a simple rinse, but if it were to get sticky, it suggests using vinegar to remove the buildup.
Is the AeroPress BPA-free?
The AeroPress has been BPA-free since August of 2009, and it has never contained phthalates.
What is the AeroPress made from?
According to the AeroPress website, the company switched to making the device out of polypropylene except for the silicone seals. This was a matter of the quality and longevity of the product. Because they’re now made of polypropylene plastic, they’re now recyclable, minus the silicone pieces.
Hi, I’m Jen Williams, chief editor and writer for ThirstPerk.com.
I’ve been drinking coffee and tea for most of my life, but it wasn’t until I started working at Thirstperk.com that I became an expert on the subject. I’m a total caffeine addict who has spent hours upon hours reading about and experimenting with the different types of coffees out there in my search to find the perfect cup of joe.
I’ve been a tea lover for as long as I can remember as well. I grew up in a house with a mom who loved to drink herbal tea, and I think that’s where my love for tea first began. These days, I’m always on the lookout for new and interesting teas to try, and I love experimenting with different brewing methods and flavoring combinations.