Denis Marier wrote:
I wonder what is the best way to make coffee while sailing alone.
TIA


I have a French Press on board, and use it on occasion, however
cleaning it is a bit of a pain. More often I use a paper cone drip
into a Thermos, which is easier to clean because the paper can be
easily trashed. The Thermos keeps the coffee hot for several hours,
and drinkable for much of the day. This helps if you make some just
before getting underway - paper drip is a pain while the boat is moving.

Among aficionados you'll probably find more support for the press,
although there are many (myself included) that find it a bit muddy and
unpredictable. Almost any method (except percolators) can make
quality coffee, though there are some differences.

More important than the method is fresh ground coffee. If you buy
pre-ground, you're already limiting yourself to mediocre coffee at best.

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Denis Marier wrote:
I wonder what is the best way to make coffee while sailing alone.
TIA


I have a French Press on board, and use it on occasion, however
cleaning it is a bit of a pain. More often I use a paper cone drip
into a Thermos, which is easier to clean because the paper can be
easily trashed. The Thermos keeps the coffee hot for several hours,
and drinkable for much of the day. This helps if you make some just
before getting underway - paper drip is a pain while the boat is moving.

Among aficionados you'll probably find more support for the press,
although there are many (myself included) that find it a bit muddy and
unpredictable. Almost any method (except percolators) can make
quality coffee, though there are some differences.

More important than the method is fresh ground coffee. If you buy
pre-ground, you're already limiting yourself to mediocre coffee at best.


I use the same approach sans fresh grinding (which would clearly make it
better). This is a one of the old hassle reward equations. I find not
having to schlep or power a grinder on my little boat is worth the
tradeoff for the short, one week, cruises we take. Longer cruises and
bigger boat -- different formula.

But removing the paper filter to throw out the grinds simplifies
cleaning and my old Nissan stainless does keep coffee hot for at least
4-5 hours if unopened.

I like the idea of two smaller thermoses both for storage and so one
remains unopened longer but I fell prey to the bigger is better idea.

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Hello Denis,

However you decide to make your coffee, consider keeping it
hot in a thermos. Maybe even two small ones. It will remain
almost too hot to drink for maybe 4-5 hours if unopened.
Less if it is opened.

There are stainless steel types that are quite robust.

Some will argue that the coffee suffers somewhat when stored
in a thermos and I will not disagree. But unless you are on
a substantial vessel, the opportunity to enjoy a cup when
you want (or need) it, rather than when you are able to make
it, is priceless!

Good luck.

Chuck

Denis Marier wrote:
I wonder what is the best way to make coffee while sailing alone.
TIA

Denis Marier wrote:
I wonder what is the best way to make coffee while sailing alone.
TIA


A sterno swing stove. Single burner, makes a cuppa in few minutes,
or heats wieners and beans, or soup.

A better plan: make a thermos extra at breakfast.

Terry K

"Terry Spragg" wrote in message
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Denis Marier wrote:
I wonder what is the best way to make coffee while sailing alone.
TIA


A sterno swing stove. Single burner, makes a cuppa in few minutes, or
heats wieners and beans, or soup.

A better plan: make a thermos extra at breakfast.

Where do you get a thermos that will keep coffee warm for 5 or 6
days? Anybody thought of using a stove?

Terry K

Switch to whisky.........


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"Terry Spragg" wrote in message
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Denis Marier wrote:
I wonder what is the best way to make coffee while sailing alone.
TIA


A sterno swing stove. Single burner, makes a cuppa in few minutes, or
heats wieners and beans, or soup.

A better plan: make a thermos extra at breakfast.

Where do you get a thermos that will keep coffee warm for 5 or 6
days? Anybody thought of using a stove?

Terry K

"Phil" wrote in message
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Switch to whisky.........


Or try chocholate covered coffee beans.