I’m not a professional barista, but I love coffee. Over the years I’ve collected my favorite espresso and coffee-making tools that make mornings (and afternoons) taste better. I also keep a few machines on hand for entertaining or special occasions—things like breakfast in bed or espresso for two.
By popular request, I’ve updated this list of coffee supplies we actually use. Below are the links first; scroll down for photos and more details about each item.
If you’re browsing Amazon Prime deals and want to see many of these tools in one place along with other coffee and tea accessories, check my Amazon Coffee + Tea Folder in my shop.
I’ll also link to a past post on making coffee with a stovetop espresso maker and to my coffee station setup (including our water filter).
COFFEE MAKING SUPPLIES + SOURCES:
Quick list of links (scroll down into the post for photos and details)
Drip Coffee Pot — makes tasty coffee and enough at once to serve a family.
Stovetop Espresso (10-cup) — a reliable way to brew great coffee for several people or to save for later.
Espresso Machine — the affordable model I use almost every day.
White Espresso Machine — the model my parents use often in the Tiny Cottage.
Breville Espresso Machine — a well-reviewed option with solid performance.
Small Moka Pot — adorable and perfect for gift-giving or serving coffee in bed.
Gas stove adapter — helps level a stovetop espresso maker on uneven grates.
Pour-over dripper — for a clean, manual brew.
Stainless milk frother/heater — for steaming or frothing milk separately.
Coffee Beans: My current favorite beans and another one we buy often.
Organic oat milk — sold in multi-packs that store in the pantry until opened.
Grinder — I’ve used this one for years and it’s dependable.
Scale — weighing ground coffee makes brewing consistent.
Tamp — for compressing grounds in an espresso machine portafilter; some machines include one, but I prefer this model.
Milk steamer pitcher — this is what I use with an espresso machine, and this one is for heating and frothing separately.
This drip coffee maker is a recent addition. At our last family gathering long lines formed for the espresso machines, so we added a drip option to brew a large pot. It’s handy for anyone who prefers a big mug in the morning. I liked its look, but more importantly it makes very good coffee.
Espresso Maker
This cabinet is my coffee station where I keep our affordable espresso maker along with supplies and mugs. I use peel-and-stick wallpaper inside the cabinet and keep our water filter nearby. Filtered water makes a noticeable difference in flavor.
My stovetop espresso was my go-to for years. It’s still a favorite, though after heavy use it finally wore out and I’m replacing it. I love that it makes more coffee—my 10-cup version lets me save extra for later or make iced coffee.
Its strength is consistency: it makes great coffee and enough for a few people or for storing and reusing later. I often save the remainder for an iced brew or a mid-day cup.
This little moka pot is delightful — compact and fun to use. It makes excellent coffee and is an ideal gift or a charming option for serving breakfast in bed.
If you have a gas stove, consider a small stove adapter to keep the pot level when your grate spacing is wide.
This is the automatic espresso maker (and the air fryer/oven) in the Tiny Cottage.
I don’t have a photo of our Breville here, but this model includes a built-in grinder which is very convenient.
The Breville model linked is reviewed for quality and is a solid choice for home espresso.
Find the sources and more details in my related post about making coffee with a stovetop espresso maker.
For more about our stovetop espresso method and sources, see the linked post.