Keurig Just Launched a New Coffee Maker That’s the First of Its Kind — and I Got to Try It
This $23 Amazon Find Turns a Simple Mason Jar into the Ultimate Cold Brew Maker — and It Has Over 10,000 5-Star Ratings
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Raise your hand if your morning is incomplete without a cup of coffee. If your hand is up, join the club! During the summer, my usual piping hot cup of joe turns into a daily cold brew (with a splash of almond milk, please), which necessitates a daily trek to my neighborhood coffee shop. I always figured that making my own cold brew would be too much of a hassle, but as it turns out, I was wrong. The Cold Brew Mason Jar Coffee Maker from County Line has over 10,000 five-star ratings from Amazon customers who swear by this unique contraption for their morning jolt of caffeine.
With this coffee maker, it’s incredibly easy to whip up your own batch of cold brew. Simply add your coffee grounds and some cold water to the stainless steel filter, let it steep overnight, and bam! You’ve got fresh cold brew to sip in the morning. This contraption is easy to assemble, too — just place the filter in the Mason jar, screw on the flip-cap lid, grab it by the easy-grip handle, and you’re ready to pour.
If you put in the (minimal) effort up front, you’ll be set on the cold brew front for several days, and you have the choice of a one-quart or two-quart Mason jar depending on your needs. According to one Amazon reviewer who owns the two-quart size, “1 batch will last me almost a week (I drink way too much but it’s so good) — I use about 1/4-1/3 cup of the coffee concentrate and mix it into about 1 and 3/4 cups water. That, with a healthy dose of milk or creamer, makes for a very large cup of coffee … I’m so happy I decided to take the plunge — haven’t looked back since!”
The County Line Coffee Maker features a durable filter made from heavy-gauge stainless steel mesh. Its folded-over seam ensures that there are no sharp edges, and the fine mesh guarantees that no coffee grounds escape into your cold brew. And because few things are more annoying than scrubbing out coffee stains — just ask my trusty bottle of Oxiclean — the coffee maker’s leak-proof, flip-top lid is designed with a super-tight seal (aka you don’t have to worry about an emergency load of laundry).
And, let’s face it: Mason jars are universally adorable, so why wouldn’t you want to make your coffee in one? This coffee maker comes with a classic, durable Ball Mason jar, so even if your pre-coffee morning self is a little clumsy, the jar will hold up just fine. Plus, since Ball mason jars don’t leach chemicals, you know your cold brew is safe (and yummy) to drink. For extra safety, all of the device’s components are food grade and BPA free as well.
Thought this apparatus was just for making cold brew? Think again. You can also make iced tea, infuse water with fruit flavors, or infuse oils with spices, making it a great tool for hosting summer gatherings.
As one Amazon customer raves, “This thing is a game changer for those of us that are used to paying 5-7 dollars for pre-made iced coffee in the grocery store.” For just $22.95, you can save big on time and trips to the café, all while savoring a delicious glass of homemade cold brew. Now, let’s get caffeinated!
This Ingenious Gadget Turns Hot Coffee into Super-Cold Iced Coffee in Just 60 Seconds
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Iced coffee lovers, pay attention: I’m about to change your daily routine for good. Meet the HyperChiller, a patented game changer that has more than 6,000 five-star reviews on Amazon. What’s so great about it? It can chill your coffee from hot to iced in just 60 seconds. That means you can be out the door — or at your home office — in practically no time, with a perfectly cold cup of iced coffee in your hand.
“I am an avid (i.e. daily) iced coffee drinker, but I have been extremely hesitant to make my own iced coffee at home because I didn’t want the bitter flavor from two-day old coffee or the watered-down nature of just adding ice to coffee,” says an Amazon reviewer. “Thanks to the HyperChiller, I have now found a solution!!! The HyperChilller worked like a CHARM today!!! I was able to create my own iced coffee directly from my coffee maker in the comfort of my own home. I guarantee this item will be used frequently! Great job!”
The HyperChiller is incredibly easy to use. All you have to do is pour in a cup of coffee, and it’ll be chilled in 60 seconds, which cuts out all the work usually required to cool down a cup of Joe. And it works with all kinds of coffee makers, whether you use a drip style, a single brew, or a K-Cup.
“I drink coffee daily, but only iced coffee,” another Amazon reviewer comments. “This took only 6 hours to freeze. It did NOT disappoint!! I drink Black Rifle Coffee’s CAF which is strong. This makes it perfectly! I keep all the flavor as if it were served hot! What a great inventive idea, and I’m soooo glad I found it! If you like iced coffee … this is the way to go!”
And the HyperChiller isn’t just for coffee — it works on pretty much any drink you want to make, and keep, cold (think: wine, liquor, juice, and more). Since you don’t add ice (which eventually melts and thus dilutes your beverage), whatever’s in your glass stays flavorful and bold. “This product works exactly as described to chill whatever beverage you want without diluting it by pouring over ice,” another satisfied Amazon reviewer says. “I love iced tea but one of my biggest beefs is either having to chill it by diluting it or waiting it out in the fridge for hours. I’m the only iced tea drinker in my family so making an entire pitcher doesn’t make sense when I only want a glass occasionally. With the HyperChiller V2, problem happily solved. It lives in my freezer until needed.”
Even better? Since the Hyperchiller relies on regular water (not gel) to get the job done, there’s no need to worry about any unwanted chemicals being around your drink. Another bonus: All parts of the HyperChiller are dishwasher-safe, making it low-maintenance in every way. And at just $24.99, it won’t break the bank. We can all raise an icy glass to that!
Upgrading My Coffee Station Gave My Morning Routine a Needed Refresh
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When my husband and I moved to our present apartment a year and a half ago, I quickly realized that there simply wasn’t room for a coffee station in our small kitchen. Rather than use up precious counter space, I decided that my beloved Keurig would live off to the side on a leaning desk. With that necessity came a revelation: I had created a dedicated coffee station, with shelving above it for decor.
The small shift inspired me to create a whole new morning coffee ritual. I had an opportunity to be really intentional with what I put on those shelves, and I decided that this new space would be a hub for positivity and beauty, two things I always want to start my day with but tend to deprioritize while rushing through my morning.
Wherever your coffee pot lives, being intentional with what you have in your space can help you get energized and focused for the day ahead, even if it’s just for a few minutes as your coffee brews. Creating an intentional coffee station supports me in setting a strong foundation for my day, and as long as I remember to stay present for those first few moments as my coffee brews, I know I am setting myself up for a great day ahead. Here is what my new and improved coffee ritual consists of, and the essential items I use in my routine.
Take a moment to be present.
For me, being present simply means paying attention to where I am and how I feel in the moment. Having a coffee station that is pretty to look at helps me get present, but of course, taking time to be in the here and now doesn’t have to look a certain way at all.
During my new morning ritual, I pay attention to the smell as my coffee brews and listen as the coffee pours into my cup. I feel the warmth of the mug on my hands (or the coolness if I’m pouring a serving of cold brew!) and express some silent gratitude as I take the first sip.
It also helps to have mugs that I love. Sure, your mugs don’t have to have any personal significance, but I love having mugs that I find beautiful, have encouraging words on them, or evoke memories. One of my favorite mugs was a gift from a friend and I always smile when I see it. It invites me to pause for a moment and brings a small moment of joy to my morning.
Recite words of affirmation out loud.
The shelving on my leaning desk offers a perfect spot for displaying beautiful things that I want to see first thing in the morning. In addition to pictures and art, I love having framed words of affirmation, so I currently display a print that says “Keep Going,” which is such a great reminder for me to take small steps towards my goals every day.
Your words can be even simpler than a fancy print. I’ve also framed notes and “thank you” cards from loved ones who have shared especially lovely sentiments that I want to treasure. Hand-written sticky notes also do the trick. I repeat my words of affirmation in my mind as my Keurig warms up and as the coffee pours, and sometimes I’ll even say them out loud if I really want to feel them.
According to a study published in Procedia, motivational self-talk works! The study showed that basketball players who spoke words of affirmations to themselves out loud performed better than their peers who stayed silent. So especially on a day where there’s lots to do, saying phrases like, “I can do this!” may help pump you up for whatever you have ahead of you.
Play some music to support your mood.
I’ve added a mini speaker to my coffee station, and if I’m feeling especially sluggish, I’ll play a song to get me going. There are dozens of pre-made playlists to choose from on most music platforms, and you can decide what kind of vibe you want, depending on what you need that day.
On days where I need a kick in the pants, I’ll crank Cardi B, and on other days where I’m feeling more mellow and focused, I’ll opt for a playlist of acoustic covers. Music can set the tone for your day, stir up new energy, and nurture the feelings you want to create, so choose wisely!
Set an intention for the day.
Deciding on the energy I want to embrace for the day has helped me stay positive and focused as I go about my tasks. For my practice, I try to make intentions less about the things on my to-do list, but rather about how I want to show up in the world on any given day. I might make an intention to focus on all the good in my life, allowing myself grace as I navigate my day, or finding beauty in as many things as I can in the upcoming day. I like to think about my intention as I sip my coffee — as I continue to drink throughout my morning, I imagine it filling me up with all the positive energy I’ve decided to create.
Not sure how to set an intention? Life coach and spiritual teacher Gabby Bernstein suggests asking yourself four questions each morning:
Bernstein suggests writing down your answers, so keep a journal nearby if that’s useful to you. “This method combines creative visualization with clear intention setting and feeling good,” Bernstein writes. “As you design your day, allow yourself to feel really good about what you’re writing down and ride that wave of positive momentum!”
Keeping your intention positive will keep your energy up, so instead of saying, “I’ll stop being hard on myself,” try an affirmation like “today I show myself compassion.”