[r_barton]

That portable gas burner and a French press coffee maker (you can get them made from stainless steel so it’s unbreakable) and in 4 minutes you have the best coffee.

stainless steel French press
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=+Stainless+Steel+French+press

[Jamestown1630]

You know, a few weeks ago I saw a brand new french press, in the original box and never used, in the thrift store. And normally when I’m there, items for emergency/prep or for entertaining are at the front of my mind; but I didn’t buy it! I think it was less than ten dollars, but I wasn’t thinking of how valuable it might be for camping or without electricity; I just thought, I’ve already got three ways to make coffee; and where will I put this?

You’ve taught me a lesson ;-)

-JT

[kitchen]

We sell over 80% glass beaker french presses. The various unbreakable models go to travelers, campers, and people who have the dropsies. I think most people like to see the color change, as their coffee brews, to judge when to press the grounds.

As long as you have good beans, water above 185 - 188 F, and a burr grinder you are good to go. (The pro tasters claim a blade grinder heats the coffee and drives off essential volatiles that are then missing from the brew. If you add cream and/or sugar you probably wouldn't notice a difference.)