AeroPress Coffee Maker - Original

The AeroPress Coffee Maker that started it all.  AeroPress Original was the first single cup coffee maker to combine 3 brew methods in one compact, portable device for a faster brew and better extraction. The result? A smooth, rich cup bursting with coffee bean flavor—without the bitterness or acidity found in other methods.

Part French press, part pour-over, part espresso—our award-winning 3-in-1 brew tech delivers unbeatable flavor (and clean up) in less than 2 minutes - wherever you brew.

• Full bodied like a French press
• Smooth like a Pour-Over
• Rich like Espresso

Loved worldwide for our signature brew and endless espresso-style recipes and boasting over 75,000 five-star reviews in more than 70 countries, AeroPress just might make the best cup of coffee you'll ever taste.

Press for Better Coffee - in 2 minutes

• 3 in 1 Flavor Tech: fast immersion, micro-filtration, air pressure
• Fast Immersion: minimizes bitterness, acidity and over-extraction
• Air Pressure: for smooth, full-bodied coffee bean flavor
• Micro-filtration: for zero grit
• Travel-ready design: compact, lightweight, durable
• Creative brews: from signature to espresso-style to cold brew to iced coffee
• Brew and clean in 2 minutes
• Dishwasher Safe (top rack only)
• BPA Free
• Capacity: 10 oz (1-2 cups)
• Dimensions: 5.25" H x 4.2" W
• 1 year warranty
• Made in USA (note: some products are manufactured overseas)

How much coffee does the AeroPress Original make?

The AeroPress Original can brew up to three shots of espresso style coffee. If you prefer to brew your coffee by pushing all the water through the grounds, you can brew one 10 oz. serving of coffee or cold brew.

What size filter do I use with the AeroPress Original?

You should use a Standard size filter with the AeroPress Original.

What kinds of coffee can the AeroPress Original make?

The AeroPress Original can make American style coffee, cold brew style coffee, or espresso style coffee for use in drinks like lattes and cappuccinos.

What are the maximum and minimum mug diameters the AeroPress Original fits?

The biggest mug you can press into with the AeroPress Original has a top inner diameter of 3 3/4 inches (95mm). The smallest mug you can press into with the AeroPress Original has a top inner diameter of 2 5/8 inches (67mm).

Can I clean the AeroPress Original in the dishwasher?

You can in the top shelf, but a simple rinse is sufficient because the plunger wipes the chamber. If your chamber ever gets sticky, wash it with vinegar. We recommend occasionally removing the seal from the end of the plunger for a good washing inside and out with warm water and dish soap.

Where is AeroPress Original manufactured?

AeroPress Original is manufactured in the USA. AeroPress was founded by inventor Alan Adler, who created the very first prototype in his garage in Palo Alto, California. While a significant portion of our product line continues to be manufactured in the United States, some products are manufactured overseas driven by consideration of materials, assembly, cost and order quantity thresholds. All AeroPress products continue to be conceived and designed in the USA.

What grind size should I use?

For the best brewing experience, use a medium-fine grind size, shake to level the bed of coffee grounds before pouring in the water, and pour the water slowly. 

How do I clean and store AeroPress coffee makers?

Storage and Care:

To maximize the food-grade silicone seal's life, always eject the used coffee right after brewing and store your AeroPress coffee maker with the seal pushed all the way through the chamber. This keeps the seal free of compression for longer seal life. There is no adhesive on the seal, so you can easily remove it and then replace it on the AeroPress plunger. You can purchase replacement seals from our website here:

Cleaning:

For day to day use, a simple rinse is sufficient because the plunger wipes the chamber clean as you brew. However, with the exception of AeroPress Premium, you can wash AeroPress coffee makers in the dishwasher (top rack only, both top and bottom rack in the case of AeroPress Clear). We recommend occasionally removing the seal from the end of the plunger for a good washing inside and out with warm water and dish soap. If your chamber ever gets sticky, wash it with vinegar.

What are the dimensions?

Plunger with Seal: 5.26" tall, 3.28" diameter; Chamber: 4.75" tall, 4.22" diameter (at widest part of the hexagon); Compressed Plunger + Chamber: 5.26" tall (height of the Plunger), 4.22" diameter (diameter of Chamber).

How much does the AeroPress Original weigh?

The weight of the AeroPress Original (including the chamber and plunger, the filter cap, the scoop, and the stirrer) is 7.75 ounces. When camping, backpacking or traveling light, the parts of the AeroPress Original you would take along (the chamber, the plunger, the filter cap, and however many paper microfilters you thought you’d need) weigh 6.5 ounces. You would leave the AeroPress scoop and stirrer at home, and use whatever spoon you were already bringing on your hike as a scoop and stirrer.

Safety

You should use a sturdy mug or carafe and should never press into a thin walled glass mug or carafe.

Inverted method:

The “inverted method” can cause the coffee maker to be less stable and prone to mishaps that expose the user to potential burns from hot liquid. Be advised that we strongly discourage using the inverted method because it is less stable and therefore prone to tipping over and exposing the user to hot liquid.