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Make the perfect outdoor brew wherever your adventures take you.

A hand pour coffee from a Ncamp Cafe Portable maker into a cup

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Espresso fans will love the nCamp Cafe Camping Coffee Maker for its high-quality simplicity.

It comes with easy instructions and requires minimal setup.

We found it straightforward to use both outdoors and at home on our glass stovetop.

Amazon nCamp Café Portable Coffee Maker

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It boils water quickly; we were able to make coffee in under seven minutes.

Once we had established the correct quantity of grounds to use (not too many!

The included mug is silicone wrapped and double walled for optimum grip and insulation.

The nCamp Café Portable Coffee Maker on a camp stove with steam coming out of the top

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Assembling the components incorrectly after cleaning can result in burns, so be sure to check the instructions carefully.

The Hydro Flask French Press features a classic design that feels familiar right out of the box.

It took us less than 10 minutes to brew three to four cups of coffee.

A person pours ground coffee into the nCamp Café Portable Coffee Maker

We were able to adjust the strength of the brew by adjusting the amount of grounds used.

Double-wall vacuum insulation keeps the coffee hot for hours while a press-in lid allows for non-directional pouring.

The lid on the included mug is not leakproof.

A person pours coffee from the nCamp Café Portable Coffee Maker into a mug

The BPA-free material means zero flavor transfer for a true taste every time.

We also love that this set eliminates the need for disposable paper filters.

This is both environmentally friendly and convenient for camping in remote areas where all litter must be packed out.

The nCamp Café Portable Coffee Maker out of the box before use

Setup is as simple as stacking the separate components.

The set is available in on-trend color choices that range from limestone (blush pink) to hammertone green.

Be mindful that the set gets hot to the touch.

The parts of the nCamp Café Portable Coffee Maker on a rock

It packs up small and weighs just 11 ounces for ultimate on-the-go convenience.

We found setup fairly intuitive with useful instructions to help with the technicalities.

The set was equally easy to use outdoors and at home.

The nCamp Café Portable Coffee Maker on a camp stove with steam coming out of the top

The result was high-quality coffee with zero grounds left in the bottom of the cup.

If youre a minimalist camper, youll love the revolutionary, pencil-size JoGo Brewing Straw.

The straw works just as well with loose-leaf tea or yerba mate.

A person pours ground coffee into the nCamp Café Portable Coffee Maker

you might also remove the filter and use it as a regular reusable straw.

We found it easy to clean (either with a rinse at the campsite or in the dishwasher).

Its definitely not an instant process; the nine-cup version we tested took approximately 20 minutes to brew.

A person pours coffee from the nCamp Café Portable Coffee Maker into a mug

The GSI Glacier Stainless Coffee Percolator is a classic three-piece percolator made for stovetop and campfire use.

Despite our preconception that percolators can be tricky to use, this one came with clear instructions.

It only works with Nespresso Original-compatible capsules.

The nCamp Café Portable Coffee Maker out of the box before use

Coffee pod aficionados will love the portable simplicity of the Wacaco Minipresso NS2 Espresso Machine.

We found the machine durable and feel that it will last a long time.

It is hand-powered, lightweight, and conveniently compact.

The parts of the nCamp Café Portable Coffee Maker on a rock

We love that it comes with a protective carrying pouch and fits easily into a purse or backpack pocket.

Dont forget your camp kettle; this product requires you to boil water separately.

Its easy to use, portable, and one of the most wallet-friendly options on this list.

Hydro Flask French Press

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The stand has an anti-slip silicone rim that you could remove if needed.

Using the dripper to make coffee is incredibly easy whether youre at home or outdoors.

The filters single-layer construction makes cleaning as simple as running water over the funnel.

A person holds up the Hydro Flask French Press

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It comes with a bristle brush and is rated dishwasher safe.

The downside is that you oughta pack a separate heat source, kettle, and cup.

Our Testing Process

All 22 camping coffee makers we tried we tested in the same way.

Hot water is poured into the Hydro Flask French Press

We also described the pouring process and the taste, quality, and temperature of the coffee.

Next, we disassembled the coffee maker and cleaned each component.

Then we tested the coffee maker a second time on an outdoor excursion.

A person presses the lever on the Hydro Flask French Press

After testing, we checked for any signs of wear and tear.

Therefore, opting for a coffee maker that packs down small and weighs very little is key.

Frequently Asked Questions

All brewing methods require boiling water to get to transform grounds into drinkable coffee.

Coffee brewed inside the Hydro Flask French Press

But how do you know which grind size to use?

You should always refer to your coffee makers specific cleaning instructions to make it avoid potentially damaging your product.

However, most camping coffee makers will generally require a few simple steps to clean.

The Hydro Flask French Press before use

First, disassemble the products parts as much as possible and wash them with warm soapy water.

After, thoroughly rinse the parts with clean water and let them air dry.

verify that everythings dry before reassembling and storing away.

The Hydro Flask French Press on a wooden bench

Just add wood and enjoy the ample heat it produces.

Products were chosen for this article according to the results of real-life tests carried out by T+L experts.

A person holds up the Hydro Flask French Press

Hot water is poured into the Hydro Flask French Press

A person presses the lever on the Hydro Flask French Press

Coffee brewed inside the Hydro Flask French Press

The Hydro Flask French Press before use

The Hydro Flask French Press on a wooden bench

Stanley Camp Pour Over Coffee Set

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The inside of the Stanley Classic Perfect-Brew Pour Over before use

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An overhead view of coffee brewed in the Stanley Classic Perfect-Brew Pour Over

The Stanley Classic Perfect-Brew Pour Over on a concrete patio

The Stanley Classic Perfect-Brew Pour Over sits on a mug while brewing coffee

The inside of the Stanley Classic Perfect-Brew Pour Over before use

An overhead view of coffee brewed in the Stanley Classic Perfect-Brew Pour Over

The Stanley Classic Perfect-Brew Pour Over on a concrete patio

The Stanley Classic Perfect-Brew Pour Over sits on a mug while brewing coffee

GSI Outdoors Mini Espresso Set

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A person adds ground coffee to the GSI Outdoors Mini Espresso Set

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The GSI Outdoors Mini Espresso Set brews espresso on a stove top

The parts to the GSI Outdoors Mini Espresso Set before assembly

The GSI Outdoors Mini Espresso Set kit with the manual inside a carrying case

A person adds ground coffee to the GSI Outdoors Mini Espresso Set

The GSI Outdoors Mini Espresso Set brews espresso on a stove top

The parts to the GSI Outdoors Mini Espresso Set before assembly

The GSI Outdoors Mini Espresso Set kit with the manual inside a carrying case

Amazon JoGo Straw

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The JoGo Straw inside the carrying case for the device

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A person uses the JoGo Straw to make coffee in a mug

A cup of coffee after using the JoGo Straw

A person prepares to use the JoGo Straw to drink coffee out of a mug

The JoGo Straw inside the carrying case for the device

A person uses the JoGo Straw to make coffee in a mug

A cup of coffee after using the JoGo Straw

A person prepares to use the JoGo Straw to drink coffee out of a mug

Wacaco Minipresso NS2 Portable Espresso Machine

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The parts to the Wacaco Minipresso NS2 Portable Espresso Machine before assembly

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A closeup of the dial on the Wacaco Minipresso NS2 Portable Espresso Machine

The parts to the Wacaco Minipresso NS2 Portable Espresso Machine before assembly

A closeup of the dial on the Wacaco Minipresso NS2 Portable Espresso Machine

LHS Pour Over Coffee Dripper

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The LHS Pour Over Coffee Dripper over a mug before making coffee

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The LHS Pour Over Coffee Dripper while brewing coffee

The LHS Pour Over Coffee Dripper over a mug brews coffee

A cup of coffee in a mug made with the LHS Pour Over Coffee Dripper

The LHS Pour Over Coffee Dripper before assembly

The LHS Pour Over Coffee Dripper over a mug before making coffee

The LHS Pour Over Coffee Dripper while brewing coffee

The LHS Pour Over Coffee Dripper over a mug brews coffee

A cup of coffee in a mug made with the LHS Pour Over Coffee Dripper

The LHS Pour Over Coffee Dripper before assembly

A person emptying ground coffee from a coffee grinder into a Pyrex measuring cup.

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A person drinking coffee from a white mug while holding the GSI coffee maker.

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A person washing the Bestargot Titanium Camping French Press in a collapsable wash tub.

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A person presses the lever on the Hydro Flask French Press

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