How Do I Store My Aeropress? (Solved & Explained!)

Best way to store an Aeropress is to put it in an Aeropress holder, putting all its individual parts in the specific holder. You can store an Aeropress in a cabinet as well or in some kind of a rack, where it won’t get wet or knocked around, it can also be placed in a drawer, but make sure that the parts don’t move around too much when you open or close the drawer.

In this article, we’ll tell you all the ways to store your Aeropress while keeping it safe, as well as how to maintain its proper cleaning and part by part maintenance.

Storage tips after brewing?

After brewing, first and foremost, you must eject all the coffee remnant in the Aeropress before storing it, then store it with a silicon seal which is pushed through the chamber to avoid all the unnecessary compression which will help to extend the seal’s life. To keep off the dust from the Aeropress, you might want to consider keeping it in a box or cabinet.

What are the pieces in an Aeropress? Is it safe to put them separately?

An Aeropress has three parts; the Aeropress brewing chamber, the plunger and the filter cap, the filter goes into the bottom and twists onto the brewing chamber. It is safe to put the parts separately as long as you put them in a place where they don’t collide with each other or move a lot.

How to ensure my Aeropress won’t be damaged while storing it?

The Aeropress will sustain its condition and won’t get damaged as long as you keep it in a proper manner for example putting the parts in a holder, a cabin or a drawer where they don’t move around a lot. Alternatively, you can also put it in a plastic box, on any type of holders on the wall, or a rack where it’s safe to be placed.

Does an Aeropress need proper cleaning?

Yes, your Aeropress needs to be rinsed with warm or hot water right after you’ve brewed your coffee, to carefully get rid of all the residual coffee beans. It’s recommended to clean an Aeropress occasionally with either a dishwashing soap or any other dish washing detergent and is to be dried afterwards, making it last for long amount of time.

Is it easy to clean an Aeropress? How often should you wash it?

An Aeropress is quite easy to clean because of relatively fewer parts, however, it’s important to clean all the parts to get the best brewed coffee upon each use. Although an Aeropress doesn’t need proper cleaning (using detergents or cleaning agents) every time you brew your coffee, it’s still better to rinse it with warm water after each use to get rid of residuals.

Can you wash an Aeropress in a dishwasher?

An Aeropress can be washed in a dishwasher, but a simple rinse is enough to clean it, although your emphasis should be more on drying its parts properly. You can remove its seal and wash it properly occasionally or use a dishwasher to clean it once a month, however, using a dishwasher daily for this purpose is not recommended.

How long does an Aeropress last?

According to Full Coffee Roast, as long as you keep the Aeropress properly cleaned or get it stacked and stored in an orderly manner, it can last up to 2-3 years. An Aeropress needs proper cleaning and should be kept dry for your next coffee brewing, the main part that does need replacement after some time is the silicon rubber seal, which lasts for 2-3 years if taken care of.

Why should you consider getting an Aeropress instead of electronic coffee machine?

It’s user-friendly, can be carried anywhere, and used anytime and anywhere without the restriction of using electricity. An Aeropress is portable, compact, lightweight, affordable, easy to use, easy to clean, and gives you an easier brewing experience worth considering if you travel frequently and want to brew small amount of coffee in between your travels.

What kind of filter is best to use?

Paper filter is the best choice to use in an Aeropress if you’re looking for easy disposability. Other filters like metal filter can be used but by using metal filter, taste of the coffee can vary, so it’s best to use paper filter as they’re cheaper to use, can be changed easily, and are also easy on the environment.

Can you reuse the filter?

Yes, both (metal and paper filters) can be reused after coffee brewing, cleaning them is also simpler; for a metal filter all you have to do is add some warm water, white vinegar, gently rub it, after few minutes rinse it with hot water, and store it somewhere dry.

As for a reusable paper filter, after using, peel off the paper filter, rinse it and store it in a filter cap to dry it.

How many times can a paper filter be used?

Most people reuse paper filters dozens of times but according to Aeropress, a purchasing site, you can use it for a maximum of 5 times before discarding it. After 5 uses, using the filter a 6th time might give you a much more bitter taste of coffee, although, if you don’t mind the bitter taste you can use it as many times as you like.

Can you easily travel with Aeropress?

In case you want to take your Aeropress with you while traveling, you should consider buying an additional travel kit or a case with it. A more feasible storing option might be the Aeropress Go which is compact, durable, portable, lightweight, easier to carry around, and comes with a travelling mug with a lid which acts as an extra covering.

How can you store an Aeropress while travelling?

If you already have an Aeropress Go in your possession, then you must know that it comes with a compact travel mug in which the Aeropress can be entirely stored and packed. If you’re using Aeropress original then there are plenty of suitable travel kits available with different style and sizes, which you can use to properly pack it.