Ingredients
Brewing delicious coffee drinks at home doesn’t require an espresso machine. All you need are a few basic ingredients, some basic tools and a little bit of creativity. To start making your favourite coffee drinks without an espresso machine you will need ground coffee beans, a method of brewing the coffee – like a French press, measuring spoons, a whisk, steaming pitcher, electric milk frother, and some non-dairy milk of your choice. Depending on what type of coffee drink you want to make, the ingredients can vary, but these are the basics.
Brewing Coffee
The first step is to brew the coffee. Take your freshly ground coffee beans, scoop two tablespoons of grounds into a French press then pour in hot water to fill it up to the “4-cup” or “8-cup” marking. Give the grounds a slight stir with a spoon, and then put the lid on the French press and press it down until the grounds are fully saturated with water. Let the coffee steep for 4 minutes, then slowly press down on the plunger and pour the coffee into a cup.
Milk Frothing
The next step is to froth the milk. If you have an electric milk frother, warm up some non-dairy milk of your choice and add it to the frother. Turn on the frother and let it do its thing until the milk has doubled in volume and is nice and foamy. If you don’t have a milk frother, you can froth the milk in a pot on the stove. Gently heat up the milk in a pot and slowly whisk it until it doubles in volume and gets foamy.
Americano
Now that you have brewed the coffee and frothed the milk you are ready to make a delicious Americano. Start by pouring the brewed coffee into a cup and adding hot water until it reaches the desired strength. Then pour in the milk and give it a stir until it’s nice and creamy. You can also add a little bit of sugar to sweeten if desired. Enjoy!
Cappuccino
A classic cappuccino is made with one part espresso, one part steamed milk, and one part foam. To make a cappuccino without an espresso machine, start by adding 2 tablespoons of brewed coffee to the bottom of a mug. Pour the steamed milk over the coffee and then add the frothed milk on top. If you want a sweeter cappuccino, add a spoonful of sugar to the top.
Latte
A latte is a delicious mixture of espresso and steamed milk. To make a latte without an espresso machine, start by brewing your coffee as usual and frothing the milk. Pour the brewed coffee into a mug and add the steamed milk. Top with the froth, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a drizzle of honey if desired.
Flat White
A flat white is a strong drink made with espresso and steamed milk. To make a flat white without an espresso machine, start by brewing your coffee as usual and frothing the milk. Pour the brewed coffee into a mug and add the steamed milk. Top with the froth and a sprinkle of cocoa powder for a special treat.
Mocha
A mocha is a tasty combination of espresso, hot chocolate, and steamed milk. To make a mocha without an espresso machine, start by brewing your coffee as usual and frothing the milk. Pour the brewed coffee into a mug, add a tablespoon of hot chocolate powder and some steamed milk. Top with the froth and a sprinkle of cocoa powder for an added touch of sweetness.
Cold Brewed Coffee
Cold brewed coffee is a refreshing alternative to hot brewed coffee. To make cold brewed coffee without an espresso machine, simply mix two tablespoons of ground coffee with two cups of cold water in a Mason jar or lidded pitcher. Let the mixture steep overnight in the refrigerator, and then strain out the grounds the next day. Enjoy over ice or mixed with a favorite non-dairy milk.
Cafe Au Lait
A cafe au lait is a French classic made with strong brewed coffee and steamed milk. To make a cafe au lait without an espresso machine, start by brewing your coffee as usual and frothing the milk. Pour the brewed coffee into a mug and add equal parts steamed milk. Top with the froth, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a drizzle of honey if desired.
Espresso
For a true espresso without an espresso machine, you can use a stovetop Moka pot. To use, simply fill the bottom chamber with cold water, fill the middle chamber with finely ground coffee, and screw the top securely onto the bottom. Place the Moka pot on the stove and turn up the heat. When the pot starts to gurgle and steam, remove it from the heat and enjoy your homemade espresso.
Caffe Macchiato
A caffe macchiato is a classic espresso drink made with espresso and a dollop of steamed milk or foam. To make a caffe macchiato without an espresso machine, start by brewing your coffee as usual and frothing the milk. Pour the brewed coffee into a mug, add a dollop of the frothed milk, and then finish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder.
Cold Foam Iced Coffee
For a refreshing twist on iced coffee, make a cold foam iced coffee. Start by brewing a batch of cold brewed coffee as usual and frothing the non-dairy milk of your choice. Once frothed, place it in a container and put it in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes. When ready, pour the cold brewed coffee into a glass, add ice cubes, and top with the cold foam. Enjoy!
