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on August 17, 2015

It’s vacation time,
and you’re itching to get away from your
job and everyday life to enjoy what the world has to offer. The you look at the
counter and see the can of single origin coffee. You sigh, knowing just how
much you’re going to miss your morning
cup of Joe with every passing day. No hotel or diner can compare with your
gourmet coffee blends that you’ve carefully sourced from the finest coffee
roasters out there. Don’t stress. Pack up some great traveling tools and get
your favorite cup every morning without missing a beat.

Traveling with Coffee
Beans

You have to keep your coffee beans in an airtight
container that will travel well. Although a small glass or ceramic container would be ideal, it may not be
practical. Find a dry
bag for backpackers that keeps moisture and air away from your beans, while
protecting your clothes from the aroma of coffee. Get fresh roasted beans right
before you leave for the best quality. Don’t forget to pack your favorite
measuring utensil, an OXO Jigger measures 15 grams (or
one-and-a-half ounces) which means you can perfectly scale the amount of coffee
you’ll need.

Small Grinders

Traveling with coffee beans means that you’ll need to grind
them somehow. Fortunately for the adventurer in all of us, there are a number of mini-grinders on the market that
will fit the bill. This little Porlex Burr Coffee Grinder has a stainless
steel housing that makes cleanup a breeze. It only weights a little more than
eight ounces, and at five inches high packing in even the tightest of travel
bags is simple.

Brewing Mechanisms

The Aeropress
is one of the best tools for making coffee on the go. You do have to have a
source for hot water, but it makes a great
cup of coffee in just a few minutes. Because the Aeropress is made of plastics, it is extremely
lightweight and the choice of travelers all across the country.

If you don’t prefer
the taste of plastic, you should look into a Chemex. This system is
more like a drip coffeemaker, without the
electrical attachment. You can take it anywhere, but as with the Aeropress, you
will need a separate hot water source. The Chemex won’t keep your coffee hot, but it is brewed fresh. Kavabox makes a beautiful travel case for
your Chemex, helping to keep its glass components protected while you’re on the go.

If you need a super lightweight method, the Kantan drippers are probably the best
choice. These disposable, paper filters fold over your mug, holding the coffee
while the water flows through. You still
need hot water, but if you’re backpacking
for the weekend or flying into unknown
coffee territory, it makes an excellent
option to add to your brewing arsenal.

A travel kettle for heating hot water not only makes your coffee, but lets you make an oatmeal breakfast
or soup for dinner. If your travel companions don’t
quite understand your coffee dependency,
make them a cup of tea to enjoy while you sip your brew. Take your coffee to
go, no matter where the road and your adventures lead you.

Of course, you won’t
want to forget to bring your favorite single origin coffee beans along the way!
Stock up on a fresh supply by shopping at Fortunes Gourmet Coffees. These
Pittsburgh coffee roasters truly understand what makes a quality cup of Joe so
special, and their 60-year track record proves it. Start getting your gourmet
coffee needs delivered straight to your doorstep no matter where you find
yourself and shop Fortunes selection of handcrafted coffees today!

Road Trip Ready: Brewing Coffee No Matter Where Your Adventures Take You

Road Trip Ready: Brewing Coffee No Matter Where Your Adventures Take You – Fortunes Gourmet Coffee

Road Trip Ready: Brewing Coffee No Matter Where Your Adventures Take You

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