Making the Best Cup of Coffee in Your RV
10-20-2017
Author: in We Wander Wherever
I drink coffee on a daily basis, and simply couldn't live without it. Therefore, when we moved into our RV, I took my Keurig with me. However, I soon learned that the bulky Keurig just didn’t fit into our tiny living situation. It ate up what little counter space we had, and considering the fact that the coffee it made was mediocre at best, I began to seek out alternatives.
What I found was a whole world of much more compact brewing methods that didn’t require a bulky machine and resulted in a much better cup of coffee. Needless to say, we quickly ditched the Keurig, and we now put the following info to use on a daily basis.
Methods
So how do we brew coffee? Well, we use these simple methods that are perfect for our tiny lifestyle.
Each of these provides a slightly different cup of coffee, but all are wonderful and far surpass anything a Mr. Coffee coffee maker might create.
Disposing of Grounds
When I was using the Keurig machine, disposing of the evidence of my coffee habit was easy. All I had to do at the time was toss the little pod in a garbage can.
Now that we are using other brewing methods, we tend to put a little more thought into the disposal of our coffee grounds. Because our RV has holding tanks, dumping the grounds down the sink drain—as a person might do in a traditional home—is not an option.
Here are the acceptable alternatives we have found:
With this info in mind, you’ll have no problem brewing an amazing cup of coffee while traveling in an RV. Have happy, well-caffeinated travels my friends, and don’t forget to pack your favorite mug!
Related Read: RV Kitchen Organization Hacks
What I found was a whole world of much more compact brewing methods that didn’t require a bulky machine and resulted in a much better cup of coffee. Needless to say, we quickly ditched the Keurig, and we now put the following info to use on a daily basis.
Methods
So how do we brew coffee? Well, we use these simple methods that are perfect for our tiny lifestyle.
- French Press — This method of making coffee involves steeping grounds in a carafe for a set amount of time, then filtering them out by pushing down on a filter built directly into the carafe. A French press can usually hold multiple cups of coffee, making it a good solution for families.
- AeroPress — The AeroPress is similar to the French press. However, it tends to make a slightly stronger cup of coffee, and can only make one cup of joe at a time. The great thing about the AeroPress is that is can be used to make something very akin to espresso.
- Pour-over — This is the method we use most often. It involves placing a cone paper filter into a plastic filter holder. The grounds are then placed into the filter and hot water is poured over the grounds. The water finds its way to the bottom and drains as coffee into a mug below. I love that this method is quick and easy.
Each of these provides a slightly different cup of coffee, but all are wonderful and far surpass anything a Mr. Coffee coffee maker might create.
Disposing of Grounds
When I was using the Keurig machine, disposing of the evidence of my coffee habit was easy. All I had to do at the time was toss the little pod in a garbage can.
Now that we are using other brewing methods, we tend to put a little more thought into the disposal of our coffee grounds. Because our RV has holding tanks, dumping the grounds down the sink drain—as a person might do in a traditional home—is not an option.
Here are the acceptable alternatives we have found:
- Garbage — This is the obvious option, and a perfectly okay one at that. However, the alternatives below tend to be better choices.
- Insect Repellent — We all know how pesky bugs can be while camping. Why not use your leftover coffee grounds as a repellent? Simply sprinkle the used grounds around your site and watch as the ants and other bugs shy away.
Related Read: RV Pest Control: DIY Pest Control
- Countertop Compost — Creating a compost pile in your RV is easier than you might think when you have a small, countertop compost bin. This is the perfect place to put used grounds, as they will make very rich compost.
Related Read: Green Living on the Road: Recycling and Composting
With this info in mind, you’ll have no problem brewing an amazing cup of coffee while traveling in an RV. Have happy, well-caffeinated travels my friends, and don’t forget to pack your favorite mug!
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