How To Make The Best Coffee At Home

From finding the perfect blend to investing in the best machine, here’s all you need to become a pro home barista.

Nothing beats a good cuppa—less so when you now have to spend more than a fiver for the pleasure. So, how about perfecting your coffee at home? Social media shows a surge in coffee brewing, with stylish drinkers creating chic coffee corners in their kitchens. As this demand grows, innovative new blends have emerged, taking inspiration from beer brands and getting creative with their packaging. Look for relatively new labels such as Hard Lines, Ride & Grind, and Hundred House Coffee. All amazing flavours, but their branding is also on point. Obviously, finding the right flavour is objective, so test a few until you find your favourite.

Of course, nothing compares to your own special mug to complete the perfect coffee-at-home experience. From high-street finds to hand-crafted designs, there’s one for everyone. HK Living offers the most incredible ’70s styles, while you’ll find a variety of quirky yet brilliant cups by Harlie Brown Studio at KOIBIRD. For more traditional mugs, Sharland England and Design Vintage have a gorgeous selection.

When it comes to actually making that fresh brew and unleashing your inner barista, it all comes down to your kit. Perhaps you’re a fan of a French press for those Parisian café vibes, or you love the rich aromas from an espresso maker brewing on the stove. Maybe you’re ready to step things up with a full barista machine. Whatever you’re looking for, I’ve got you covered. Personally, I have my eye on the pink MoccaMaster. I mean, it’s all kinds of beautiful.

And, speaking of beautiful, why not complete the experience with some café-themed artwork? You might as well go all in, right? Keep scrolling for all the inspo you’ll need.

Cute coffee cups

Delicious coffee blends

Best coffee makers

Must-have coffee accessories

Coffee art to complete the vibe

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