How to Upgrade Your Morning Cup of Joe and Treat Yourself to Great Coffee

September 29 is National Coffee Day, so celebrate with a great cup!

September 21, 2021

By: Amanda Mushro

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Happy National Coffee Day!

As if we needed a national holiday to celebrate the one item that gets us up and going every day, National Coffee Day is the perfect time to enjoy a cup of joe in the morning and maybe another as an afternoon pick-me-up. Sure you could swing through a drive-thru to grab your coffee, but if you want a great cup, you don’t have to leave home. Whether you take yours black, loaded with cream and/or sugar, or prefer yours iced, we’re rounding up all of the gear, gadgets, and goodies that take your average cup of coffee and transform it into the perfect cup every time.

Electric Coffee Bean Grinder

Baristas and coffee fans will tell you that to make a great cup of coffee at home, you need to start with the whole bean. However, you’ll need a trusty coffee bean grinder to turn those beans in your morning cup of coffee. This highly rated grinder is easy to use and clean, and can grind enough beans for 12 cups of coffee at a time.

BUY IT: Amazon, $16.99

Great Coffee That Gives Back

BLK & Bold is a great tasting and smooth coffee that any coffee lover will enjoy. However, this is more than just a cup of coffee. BLK & Bold pledge 5% of its profits to initiatives aligned to sustaining youth programming, enhancing workforce development, and eradicating youth homelessness.

BUY IT: Amazon, $21.98

Flavored Syrups

Add a little extra flavor to your coffee drinks without all the extra calories. This sampler has six flavors that all have zero calories, sugar, and carbs. So you can have all the flavor without all the extras. Mix and match the flavors to create the perfect flavor in every cup.

BUY IT: Amazon, $39.99

Coffee Maker Duo

This coffee maker is a real crowd pleaser because you can make an entire pot of coffee from your favorite coffee grinds or a single cup from a pod with the same machine. That means you won’t need two different coffee makers taking up space on your counter, but you can still have the flexibility to have your coffee any way you want it.

BUY IT: Amazon, $151.02

Milk Frother

If you are trying to whip up your favorite latte, cappuccino, or frothy delicious cream for your coffee, then you need this milk frother. It takes just a few seconds to use the milk frother and it will take your at home coffee from basic to amazing everything you use it.

BUY IT: Amazon, $12.74

Cold Brew Maker

If cold brew coffee is your jam, then say no to store bought and brew your own cold brew at home. This coffee maker serves up four servings of delicious and smooth cold brew and easily fits in your fridge until you are ready to enjoy. It’s leak proof, easy to clean, and reviewers say it makes a great cold brew each and every time.

BUY IT: Amazon, $32.99

Coffee Chiller

If you want iced coffee and you don’t want to water down your coffee, then a coffee chiller to your cart. In just 60 seconds you can take your piping hot coffee and transform it into icy cold coffee. Plus this handy chiller can be used for other beverages as well — chilled cocktails, anyone?

BUY IT: Amazon, $24.99

Stainless Steel Mug

For the mornings you have to take your coffee on-the-go, use a stainless steel mug to lock in the heat. These Yeti ramblers come in a variety of colors and are so durable they can withstand just any commute.
BUY IT: Amazon, $37.45

Coffee Sampler

If you are an adventurous coffee drink who is always looking for something new to try, this sampler is for you. It contains 40 different blends and flavored coffee pods. Give this sampler a try and see if you will have a new favorite.

BUY IT: Amazon, $21.63

Coffee Mug Warmer

Perfect for at home or at your desk, this coffee mug warmer keeps your coffee hot and ready to drink. So there’s no need to reheat your coffee over and over. The mug warmer has a four-hour automatic shut-off and three different temperature settings.

BUY IT: Amazon, $22.94

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