A good cup of coffee can really make the difference between a bad day and a roaring success. Wouldn’t you agree? I know I sure do! But brewing a good, strong cup can be tricky when you’re constantly on the go AND health conscious. That’s where finding and using one of the healthiest coffee pots for busy people on the market comes into play.
Maybe in the past, you were forced to sacrifice a nice, healthy cup of your favorite caffeinated beverage in favor of a busy schedule, stopping to pick up a sugar-ladened drink on the go, but not anymore! Below, you’ll find the best, healthiest coffee pots for busy people because it shouldn’t take forever to brew yourself a decent cup.
What’s a Healthy Coffee Pot?
In my book, a healthy coffee pot is free of BPA plastics, specifically those that come into contact with the actual coffee, and made with healthier options, such as glass or stainless steel. Although quite common in many kitchen appliances, BPA plastics have been linked with Type 2 Diabetes and heart disease, so I do my best to avoid them.
Not only that but there’s the environmental angle to consider when choosing a healthy coffee pot. For instance, although very popular, espresso pods and K-cups are problematic for the environment, as billions end up in landfills yearly. Instead, choose recyclable or reusable products instead.
So what are the best, healthiest coffee pots? Here are 5 that I think are a great choice for busy people.
5 Healthiest Coffee Pots for Busy People
Bodum Brazil French Press
The French Press is a wonderful option for brewing coffee since it gives you control over the temperature and intensity of your cup. This particular French Press is also great news for the environment and you – it’s free of BPA plastics and uses no paper filters or plastic capsules. Another great aspect of the Bodum Brazil Press is its sturdy glass beaker (a problem for other French Presses).
While it takes a moment to get the hang of French Presses’s manual aspect, you can get a quick and high-quality cup of coffee with this French Press.
Chemex Pour-Over
This is an all-glass coffeemaker that has won numerous design awards (it’s even on display at the Museum of Modern Art in NYC). The glass on this is sturdy, and customers report getting a stronger brew than with a French Press.
It’s another manual coffee-making option, but it will brew you a strong cup in good time and is safe for the environment (choose between stainless steel filters, or special Chemex non-toxic ones).
OXO Brew 9 Cup Stainless Steel Coffee Maker
Albeit a tad pricy, the OXO coffeemaker is a favorite for many, thanks to its temperature control feature, which allows you to brew a strong, flavorful cup each time.
What makes it great for busy people is its “pause and pour feature”. This lets you stop the brewing process, and grab a quick caffeine dose, even before brewing is complete.
Mr. Coffee CG13-RB 12-Cup Switch Coffeemaker
If you’re looking for an automatic coffee brewing option and are on a budget, look no further. The Mr. Coffee machine is BPA-free, uses a stainless steel water tank, and can be paired with this Mr. Coffee permanent filter to reduce paper filter use.
This coffee pot requires little attention from you, allowing you to get on with other tasks while the coffee brews. Nevertheless, you’ll get a flavorful, rich cup of coffee from this pot.
Cafe Du Chateau Cold Brew Coffee Maker
Last, but certainly not least in our list of healthiest coffee pots is the Cafe Du Chateau machine. This automatic coffee maker is fantastic, it’s laser-engineered and tightly sealed to avoid spills and leaks.
It’s completely BPA-free, non-toxic, and designed to meet all European and U.S.F.D.A. safety standards. Not only that, but it’s gorgeous and brews a strong cup quickly. And best of all, it comes with a lifetime guarantee policy in case you’re ever dissatisfied.