An upgraded kettle was one of the first pieces of specialty coffee brewing equipment I ever purchased, but for most people it’s not a priority. After all, don’t all kettles functionally do the same thing? Sure they all heat water to boiling, but what happens after your water is heated is what really matters…

I’m on the go what feels like all the time, but there’s no reason to break routine and settle for less than great coffee. From the black sand beaches of Iceland to the dry lake beds of the desert in California, this travel kit ensures that I’m ready to brew anywhere, anytime. Here are my travel coffee essentials that you may already have in your kitchen, and how I use them on the road!

One of the world’s most beloved apps isn’t a vice for me, it’s a vocation. I’m not spending my time watching memes or cat videos, instead I’m connecting with other creatives and professionals to craft educational content for the specialty coffee world. Instagram has actually done more to add to my life and my work than it has to take away from it, and I think that’s due to the people I choose to follow.