Father’s Day is coming up and your dad told me that he didn’t want a tie this year. But I have found some things that he’ll be excited about on June 21st.
I’ve spent the last few days trying to figure out what, I’m getting for my dad and below you’ll find some of my favorites. By the way dad, if you’re reading this, you’re not getting anything on this page, I had to keep it a surprise.
I found so many things that I had to split it into two posts. Today, I’m listing some of my favorite ways to brew better coffee. The next post will be better coffee that you can buy.
Coffee Makers
Cuisinart DCC-1200 12-Cup Brew Central Coffeemaker
Is the coffee maker that he has now just a little out of date? dirty? Held together with duct tape? This one will definitely rock his plaid socks off. It’s simple, but it’ll definitely get the job done.
- Retro-style, brushed stainless-steel coffeemaker brews 12 5-ounce cups
- 24-hour clock/timer for wake-up coffee; brew-pause; programmable shut-off
- 1-to-4- or 5-to-12-cup brewing options provide maximum flavor; GoldTone filter
- Charcoal water filter; decalcification indicator; heat-adjustable warming plate
Normally $145, buy it on sale at Amazon for $74.95.
Mr. Coffee Programmable 4 Cup Coffeemaker
Here’s the perfect gift for a dad that needs a coffee maker at the office or in the den. It’s small and can fit just about anywhere, yet still comes with some of the features of the higher end models.
- Brewing pause ‘n serve lets you pour a cup of coffee while the coffee maker is still brewing
- Removable filter
- Water level indicator/window
- On/Off Indicator Light. Lets you know when your coffee maker is “On” and “Off.”
- Cord Storage safely stores excess cord to keep your countertop neat.
Available from Amazon for $23.64.
French Press
Frieling Stainless-Steel 35-Ounce French Press
Does you dad already have a drip coffee maker? Why not give your dad the gift of better tasting coffee. You can’t beat a French Press in terms of taste, and this is one of the best French Presses on the market.
- Double-wall 18/10 stainless-steel French press for coffee or tea
- Mirror finish outside and brushed finish inside
- All-steel mesh plunger mechanism
- Carafe doubles as insulated serving pitcher
- 33 ounces; 9 inches tall; body has a 4-inch diameter
Bodum Chambord Coffee Press
This would look perfect on the kitchen table on a lazy Sunday morning. It has a little bit of the retro, classic look, but it’s designed to last for a long time.
- Brews 32 ounces of coffee; retains beans’ oils for rich, complex flavor
- Sturdy, chrome-plated brass frame; easy-to-clean glass carafe
- Stainless-steel press mechanism; replacement parts available
This one is on sale for $39.99 from Amazon.
Espresso Machines
Lello 1375 Ariete Cafe Prestige Coffee Maker
This one is guaranteed to impress all of his friends and make great tasting espresso drinks. It has a lot of the features of he $300-$400 machines for a lot less.
- 950-watt espresso/cappuccino machine made of heavy-duty stainless steel
- ThermoBlock 15-bar pump-driven system provides uniform, constant pump pressure
- Removable 2-1/4-quart water reservoir can be refilled from the top at any time
- Cup warming area allows up to 9 cups to be warmed before use
A great price for under $150 at Amazon.
DeLonghi EC155 Espresso Maker
Not as impressive looking at the Lello, but he’ll still get great tasting espresso. I don’t just want to get this one for my dad, I wouldn’t mind getting this for myself.
- 15-bar pump-driven espresso machine with durable stainless-steel boiler
- 2 thermostats for separately controlling water and steam pressure
- Self-priming operation; accommodates E.S.E. pods and ground espresso
- Adjustable swivel jet frother; removable 35-ounce water tank; “on/off” switch
This one is on sale for less than $100 at Amazon.
Coffee Bean Grinders
Breville BCG450XL Conical Burr Grinder
If you really want to bring his coffee drinking experience to the next level, you can get him this Burr Coffee Grinder. This futuristic coffee grinder is practically guaranteed to grind the perfect ground coffee every time.
- Conical burr grinder with ultra-fine to coarse adjustable settings
- Variable timer with 10 to 30 seconds of grind time
- Removable bean hopper holds 1/2 pound of coffee beans
- Stainless-steel/polymer base offers start and stop control, plus on/off switch
This one is on sale for just under $100 at Amazon. Normally, it’s $150.
Mr. Coffee Electric Coffee Grinder with Chamber Maid Cleaning System
I have this coffee grinder and I love it, minus the fact that it has a really, really short cord, but the price you can’t beat it. It does an above average job of grinding, even compared to ones that were a lot more expensive.
- Electric coffee grinder grinds 4 to 12 cups for precision brewing
- 3 grind settings; wide upper collar; flip-top lid for mess-free filling and emptying
- Chamber Maid cleaning system; bowl scraper dislodges coffee from grinding area
- Removable, dishwasher-safe grinding chamber; cord storage
You can buy this for less than $20 at Amazon.
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