BLACK! Always black. Hand grin the beans when we camp, and an aeropress is it is just me drinking it (I’m strill trying to convert Lea to coffee). A Petromax percolator on the fire if we’re camping with friends. Does coffee from the Wacaco come out strong enough to top up with hot water? The one thing I miss with the aeropress is the crema
We have lots in common Matt! I am working on Tel to move to black coffee. I hadn't heard of much of Petromax. Wow, German brand since 1910 - interesting! I think the wacaco is strong enough to be diluted, but I'm not sure. I'll do some tests and report back :) Cheers
Happy to have found you Dan... When I go camping I usually just drink tea, though next time I am going to take my stainless Bialetti... and just maybe, take it black..
Me , l am Piccolo and Espresso type of guy. When l am bush l use a small Moka pot on my Jetboil, or coffee bags if l need a quick caffeine hit . Many years ago , in another life l loved the tubes of coffee and condensed milk. Will have to investigate an Aeropress. Another great topic , thank you.
Will look into the Mokapot further one day, I've always been intrigued by it. I recon the coffee bags are getting better these days - not as bad as the normal Moccona Virus anyway :D I did some time in the army reserves and I have a soft spot for condensed milk in tubes too. Thanks heaps for watching and supporting Dave!!
Hi Dan, you have encouraged me to try black coffee, I have both tea and coffee with milk but I'll give it a go. I have been using the French made Handpresso machine for motorcycle camping for some time now with good results. When I take the 4wd I use my old Italian 'Atomic' machine. Cheers mate.
Hi David, Thanks for watching mate! Let me know how the black coffee goes. I feel a bit like a missionary trying to convert people :D Good to see you finding room on the bike for a decent coffee maker! Those Atomic machines look like works of art...It's on my list to try one day. Thanks again.
@@OTWD Your not wrong about the Atomic, when it's not being used camping it is a kitchen ornament. I'll let you know how I go with the short black coffee.
Hi Dan Great review on those 2 methods, I’ve tried quite a few ways to brew coffee in the bush over the last 10 -15 years. I used a Wacaco for roughly 2-3 years and found the seals just don’t last long enough, the amount of coffee you get from 1 press is not enough so I was needing 2-3 brews to satisfy which is time consuming, add the cleaning time onto that and your taking up to an hour to have your morning brew . I found the aero press and plunger type method very similar to each other , it’s quick easy but the coffee itself is not as strong as I would prefer . I’ve had the best results with the old school aluminium Bialetti coffee pot , it’s quick , easy and robust plus delivers a good hit of coffee with less mucking around. Thanks again for a great vid and pretty thougher guide to coffee in the bush .
Thanks heaps Luke, great to hear from you!! Seems a few folks are getting behind the Bialetti, something I need to look into. You must like your coffee strong, because I consider the wacaco relatively strong when you fill the coffee holder to the brim. I'd be buzzing with two wacaco hits in one cup. One heaped aeropress scoop is pretty strong too. I like the aeropress taste out of everything I've tried - similar to a french press but with more espresso style taste. Can't get enough. Cheers mate.
Hi Steve, I started with the original aeropress and eventually the rubber plunge seal failed. So I bought two aeropress GOs - one for camping and one for home. I agree the iforiginal aeropress is a pain to store/transport, especially you try to cart around the paper filter holder and the funnel (both aren't really necessary though). Search 'Aeropress Tote Bag', there is a pencil case like case which is cheap- about 10 bucks- I like the online store 'alternative brewing' so recommend look there. If you spend more than $~40 you might as well buy an aeropress GO - which all stores away in the cup. Apart from that - the Blacksmith canvas bag I have is awesome, so you could get something like that and throw all the bits in there. Other bag designs such as toiletry bags by canvas manufacturers (such as Drifta) could work well too. Hope this helps mate. Thanks heaps for watching!!
Hi Philip! Glad the same gear works for someone else too!! Thanks for watching. I went through a phase of hand grinding with a little Rhinowares manual grinder each morning. It fell away because of the extra time it took. I should revisit it again! Definitely the best tasting when its freshly ground, I remember feeling like the 'ritual' was complete - top to bottom, when you do it starting from beans.
Hi Greg, Glad you enjoy the videos. Thanks heaps for watching mate. I am stubborn when it comes to insect repellent - it gets stinky if you can't wash it off properly! Sunscreen on the other hand, my pasty Victorian skin burns and I lather it on...a bit hypocritical. I vote aeropress out of these two, still. I have an aeropress coffee every day before going to work, and every morning when I'm camping. The Wacaco press only comes out on special occasions - its a bit more involved, harder to clean, and you can only get a short black each use. Cheers!!
Good luck! I still aeropress every morning in the wacaco cup and sip on the way to work. Push through on the black! Imagine not having to worry about the hassle of having milk... Thanks for watching. Cheers.
H BD, thanks heaps for watching and taking the time to comment! I've read different things about it - the main argument against the normal method is that the little trickle is likely more watery/less brewed than the rest of the cup which may detract from the overall taste of the cup. I think anyone would be hard pressed to notice a difference in the final taste. I reckon if you simplify it, you get 'full control' of the brew the inverted way. It just seems logical to me. On the Aeropress world championship website they showcase the recipes - most of winners last 5 years have been doing the inverted brew. Cheers!
@@OTWD I agree, it does seem logical to have it all contained in the brew before the drop into the cup. I have the smaller Yeti cup you mentioned - it operates exactly like the bigger one you’ve got. For my needs it’s great but I wouldn’t be in a rush to get one if you’ve already got the big boy.
Hey Ben, Great to hear from you :) Thanks for watching! I don't like the chemical smell all over me.....but on days like this I probably should have worn it....
@@OTWD I live in Queensland so it's a "standard bush smell" for me. Takes care of the ticks and leeches as well. BTW I'm going to try the 2 week no milk challenge 😁
I don't like coffee. I like the taste of it and really like the smell, but hot coffee does something bad to me. I can't concentrate, my heart races, and I need to take a nap all at once. Even after a couple sips. That being said I have ADHD and when I take Adderall I can take a nap afterwards or just have a nice calm day(if you don't believe me go look up the differences between global stimulants and targeted stimulants). Anyway, I get away from my point- I came here to research a portable espresso machine for my girlfriend for her birthday, for when we go bikepacking. I had to pause the review and maybe have to stop watching it and go find a different review. I got that you don't like to put milk in your coffee when you said it the first time, I didn't need you to bring it up over and over again. I came here for a review about these machines, not a review on how everyone that doesn't drink black coffee is doing it wrong or that you have developed a lactose intolerance so you don't like your coffee with milk in it anymore. Just because you have a preference for something doesn't mean that your way is correct and you need to go in depth about how fermented roasted beans don't go with cows milk or whatever you said. If that's the case then I guess red fermented grapes don't go so well with a steak or peanut butter shouldn't go with celery. They should all be enjoyed by themselves for their own unique flavors and never combined with anything else? I like pineapple on pizza, I can order my pizza that way, and you can order your pizza your way, right? I don't have a horse in this race since I don't drink coffee, and it's okay to make a cute joke or two about your preferences, but YEEEEASH...
I came back to comment that I’m sorry about how harsh I was. I did my research on my gift and wanted to see the rest of this video to give you due credit. You made a great review of each of these products and I can tell you have a WONDERFUL passion for coffee. If you don’t mind, I have a product suggestion for you. If you want fresh grounds while camping go with the Prolex or Prolex mini ii depending on how much you want to make. I got this suggestion from an REI manager today when I asked about the Oxo coffee grinder they have. He then proceeded to show me the display case he had set up showing vintage camping stoves from his own collection. It’s a passion of his to make coffee while camping and I was in awe. He showed me how each one worked and all their deliciously ingenious ways of working. We’re talking 1950’a camp stoves give or take a decade. It honestly brought me to the point of wanting to hug him for how much of a wonderful nerd he was about what he loved. Anyway, I appreciate you! I should probably just start a blog instead of dumping my feelings on you😂 Stay golden
Excellent video again Dan. I am a big fan of Greek coffee and so easy to lead up my little coffee pot!
Hi Fiona, sorry just got to this comment! Thanks for watching and the lovely encouragement😬. I love greek coffee too.
Love my coffee as much as the next man, maybe more than some, but respect to anyone that's this passionate about their coffee! Nice work.
Thanks Jason. Passionate or crazy I'm not sure which one!
Fair call 🙂
BLACK! Always black. Hand grin the beans when we camp, and an aeropress is it is just me drinking it (I’m strill trying to convert Lea to coffee). A Petromax percolator on the fire if we’re camping with friends.
Does coffee from the Wacaco come out strong enough to top up with hot water? The one thing I miss with the aeropress is the crema
We have lots in common Matt! I am working on Tel to move to black coffee. I hadn't heard of much of Petromax. Wow, German brand since 1910 - interesting! I think the wacaco is strong enough to be diluted, but I'm not sure. I'll do some tests and report back :) Cheers
Really love these equipment review videos
Thanks for the encouragement. More in the future😬. Cheers Shaun.
Great review Dan!
Thanks heaps Chris, glad you enjoyed it!
Great vid mate.
The aero press is awesome.
I haven’t been enlightened yet though I froff up some milk and have a cappuccino.
Cheers
Hey Jake! Don't worry mate, I'd still have a coffee with ya! Thanks for watching :D
Happy to have found you Dan... When I go camping I usually just drink tea, though next time I am going to take my stainless Bialetti... and just maybe, take it black..
Hi Ross, I'm glad you found the channel too. Welcome 😀 I'd share a cupper! and tea sounds alright too. But....the Bialetti sounds better! Cheers
Me , l am Piccolo and Espresso type of guy.
When l am bush l use a small Moka pot on my Jetboil, or coffee bags if l need a quick caffeine hit .
Many years ago , in another life l loved the tubes of coffee and condensed milk.
Will have to investigate an Aeropress.
Another great topic , thank you.
Will look into the Mokapot further one day, I've always been intrigued by it. I recon the coffee bags are getting better these days - not as bad as the normal Moccona Virus anyway :D I did some time in the army reserves and I have a soft spot for condensed milk in tubes too. Thanks heaps for watching and supporting Dave!!
Dan, I’m definitely gonna give black coffee a go as I agree with the milk points you raised. Keep up the great vids mate love em!
Thanks Andrew! Appreciate the kind comment. Let me know how your black coffee trial goes :D
Hi Dan, you have encouraged me to try black coffee, I have both tea and coffee with milk but I'll give it a go. I have been using the French made Handpresso machine for motorcycle camping for some time now with good results. When I take the 4wd I use my old Italian 'Atomic' machine. Cheers mate.
Hi David, Thanks for watching mate! Let me know how the black coffee goes. I feel a bit like a missionary trying to convert people :D Good to see you finding room on the bike for a decent coffee maker! Those Atomic machines look like works of art...It's on my list to try one day. Thanks again.
@@OTWD Your not wrong about the Atomic, when it's not being used camping it is a kitchen ornament. I'll let you know how I go with the short black coffee.
Hi Dan
Great review on those 2 methods, I’ve tried quite a few ways to brew coffee in the bush over the last 10 -15 years. I used a Wacaco for roughly 2-3 years and found the seals just don’t last long enough, the amount of coffee you get from 1 press is not enough so I was needing 2-3 brews to satisfy which is time consuming, add the cleaning time onto that and your taking up to an hour to have your morning brew .
I found the aero press and plunger type method very similar to each other , it’s quick easy but the coffee itself is not as strong as I would prefer .
I’ve had the best results with the old school aluminium Bialetti coffee pot , it’s quick , easy and robust plus delivers a good hit of coffee with less mucking around.
Thanks again for a great vid and pretty thougher guide to coffee in the bush .
Thanks heaps Luke, great to hear from you!! Seems a few folks are getting behind the Bialetti, something I need to look into. You must like your coffee strong, because I consider the wacaco relatively strong when you fill the coffee holder to the brim. I'd be buzzing with two wacaco hits in one cup. One heaped aeropress scoop is pretty strong too. I like the aeropress taste out of everything I've tried - similar to a french press but with more espresso style taste. Can't get enough. Cheers mate.
@@OTWD The Wacaco makes a good coffee it’s the seals that are the issue.
Hey Dan
I’ve got the original aero press and love it, but it’s a pain to store.
Is there a case/bag for it that works?
Hi Steve, I started with the original aeropress and eventually the rubber plunge seal failed. So I bought two aeropress GOs - one for camping and one for home. I agree the iforiginal aeropress is a pain to store/transport, especially you try to cart around the paper filter holder and the funnel (both aren't really necessary though). Search 'Aeropress Tote Bag', there is a pencil case like case which is cheap- about 10 bucks- I like the online store 'alternative brewing' so recommend look there. If you spend more than $~40 you might as well buy an aeropress GO - which all stores away in the cup. Apart from that - the Blacksmith canvas bag I have is awesome, so you could get something like that and throw all the bits in there. Other bag designs such as toiletry bags by canvas manufacturers (such as Drifta) could work well too. Hope this helps mate. Thanks heaps for watching!!
I love the pure, raw flavours of single origin coffee! Highly recommend trying different beans.
You should try a Contigo mug. You push a button each sip and it seals itself. You can throw it across the campsite and not lose a drop.
Thanks for the tip. Will consider when it's time for a new one. Cheers for watching !😬
Hi Dan i pretty much have the same set up. But I like to grind my own. If you haven't tried it try it. 😏
Hi Philip! Glad the same gear works for someone else too!! Thanks for watching. I went through a phase of hand grinding with a little Rhinowares manual grinder each morning. It fell away because of the extra time it took. I should revisit it again! Definitely the best tasting when its freshly ground, I remember feeling like the 'ritual' was complete - top to bottom, when you do it starting from beans.
@@OTWD yes make sure you do
So which do you prefer? Aeropress or espresso maker?
Oh and loved the vids…..might need to get some insect repellent lol
Hi Greg, Glad you enjoy the videos. Thanks heaps for watching mate. I am stubborn when it comes to insect repellent - it gets stinky if you can't wash it off properly! Sunscreen on the other hand, my pasty Victorian skin burns and I lather it on...a bit hypocritical. I vote aeropress out of these two, still. I have an aeropress coffee every day before going to work, and every morning when I'm camping. The Wacaco press only comes out on special occasions - its a bit more involved, harder to clean, and you can only get a short black each use. Cheers!!
Great video, I will be buying the aeropress very soon and “hopefully” converting to black coffee 😅. I’ll let you know how I get on 🫣
Good luck! I still aeropress every morning in the wacaco cup and sip on the way to work. Push through on the black! Imagine not having to worry about the hassle of having milk... Thanks for watching. Cheers.
I’ve never seen the inverted method for the aero press - I’ll give that a go rather than just slowly dripping it out into a cup while it’s steeping
H BD, thanks heaps for watching and taking the time to comment! I've read different things about it - the main argument against the normal method is that the little trickle is likely more watery/less brewed than the rest of the cup which may detract from the overall taste of the cup. I think anyone would be hard pressed to notice a difference in the final taste. I reckon if you simplify it, you get 'full control' of the brew the inverted way. It just seems logical to me. On the Aeropress world championship website they showcase the recipes - most of winners last 5 years have been doing the inverted brew. Cheers!
@@OTWD I agree, it does seem logical to have it all contained in the brew before the drop into the cup.
I have the smaller Yeti cup you mentioned - it operates exactly like the bigger one you’ve got. For my needs it’s great but I wouldn’t be in a rush to get one if you’ve already got the big boy.
Use my aeropress every day
Me too. Camping or not! Cheers
thanks for showing this off while getting eaten alive by nature
Not the first time, and certainly won't be the last. Sorry for delay I took a break. Thanks for watching!!
You need some Bushman's mate :)
Hey Ben, Great to hear from you :) Thanks for watching! I don't like the chemical smell all over me.....but on days like this I probably should have worn it....
@@OTWD I live in Queensland so it's a "standard bush smell" for me. Takes care of the ticks and leeches as well.
BTW I'm going to try the 2 week no milk challenge 😁
@@bendelongis2945 Good luck :D
I don't like coffee. I like the taste of it and really like the smell, but hot coffee does something bad to me. I can't concentrate, my heart races, and I need to take a nap all at once. Even after a couple sips. That being said I have ADHD and when I take Adderall I can take a nap afterwards or just have a nice calm day(if you don't believe me go look up the differences between global stimulants and targeted stimulants).
Anyway, I get away from my point- I came here to research a portable espresso machine for my girlfriend for her birthday, for when we go bikepacking. I had to pause the review and maybe have to stop watching it and go find a different review. I got that you don't like to put milk in your coffee when you said it the first time, I didn't need you to bring it up over and over again. I came here for a review about these machines, not a review on how everyone that doesn't drink black coffee is doing it wrong or that you have developed a lactose intolerance so you don't like your coffee with milk in it anymore. Just because you have a preference for something doesn't mean that your way is correct and you need to go in depth about how fermented roasted beans don't go with cows milk or whatever you said. If that's the case then I guess red fermented grapes don't go so well with a steak or peanut butter shouldn't go with celery. They should all be enjoyed by themselves for their own unique flavors and never combined with anything else? I like pineapple on pizza, I can order my pizza that way, and you can order your pizza your way, right? I don't have a horse in this race since I don't drink coffee, and it's okay to make a cute joke or two about your preferences, but YEEEEASH...
I came back to comment that I’m sorry about how harsh I was. I did my research on my gift and wanted to see the rest of this video to give you due credit. You made a great review of each of these products and I can tell you have a WONDERFUL passion for coffee. If you don’t mind, I have a product suggestion for you. If you want fresh grounds while camping go with the Prolex or Prolex mini ii depending on how much you want to make. I got this suggestion from an REI manager today when I asked about the Oxo coffee grinder they have. He then proceeded to show me the display case he had set up showing vintage camping stoves from his own collection. It’s a passion of his to make coffee while camping and I was in awe. He showed me how each one worked and all their deliciously ingenious ways of working. We’re talking 1950’a camp stoves give or take a decade. It honestly brought me to the point of wanting to hug him for how much of a wonderful nerd he was about what he loved. Anyway, I appreciate you! I should probably just start a blog instead of dumping my feelings on you😂 Stay golden