some coffee snobs might turn their noses at the idea of “hacking” the coffee-making process, we are all for using clever tricks to save time and produce the best brew possible! So, we’ve rounded up the best Coletti-approved tips for simplifying and enhancing the brewing process, just for you. Hopefully, you’ll learn a few clever tidbits you’ve never heard before, and go forth to be the best home barista you can be!
1. Get the Perfect Grind
Many coffee grinders grind beans unevenly, which will ultimately result in a spotty brew. Here’s an efficient hack for grounds that are as close to store-bought as you can get. Simply grasp the coffee grinder with one hand over the hopper and lift the whole unit off the counter, shaking it gently while grinding. This moves the beans around and helps the machine grind more evenly, resulting in perfect, consistent grounds.2. Try Roasting Your Beans in a Popcorn Maker

3. Froth Your Own Milk Like a Pro
If you’re looking to craft a homemade latte or cappuccino, you would be remiss to forget your milk froth. What’s a latte without all that frothy goodness anyway? But that might be easier said than done if you’re a home barista working without any professional equipment, as many of us are. Well, for quickly frothed milk, all you need is a jar and a microwave. Put your milk in the jar, cover it, shake it hard for 30 seconds, remove the lid, and then microwave the milk for 30 seconds. You’ll be left with café-worthy foam that will take your drink to the next level.4. Or Use Your Handy French Press

5. The Blender can be the Home Barista’s Friend
Although the Blender does not work as well as burr grinder, it can double as a coffee grinder if your in a pinch (this is especially handy if you’re using a French press and need coarsely ground beans, which you can’t necessarily pick up at any old grocery store). But the vessel itself is ideal for holding coffee that needs time to reach its peak flavor, like cold brew.6. Salt Can Remedy Bitter Coffee

7. Learn How to Make Coffee Without ANY Coffee Makers
This might sound impossible, but you can make a great cup of coffee without any traditional coffee makers — we’re talking no percolator, French press, or automatic drip. All you need are your coffee grounds, hot water, two mugs, and some paper towels. Essentially, you let the coffee grounds soak in the hot water in one mug, just like they would in a French press. Then, using the paper towel as your “filter,” pour everything into your second mug, where just coffee will filter through. For full instructions and to see this brilliant hack step-by-step, check out this article from Wonder How To.8. Save Time By Making Coffee With Milk

9. Clean Your Percolator Easily
No more cleaning damp grounds out of your percolator basket with this simple trick! Simply snip a small hole in the center of a basket-style coffee filter. Fit the filter over the percolator tube and into the basket, then fill the filter-lined basket with ground coffee and brew like normal. When it’s time to clean up, all you have to do is dump out the filter with the grounds. Easy as that.10. Add Some Flavor to Your Brew
