Use a Stovetop Coffee Percolator

Going "old fashioned" may seem like you're taking a step backward, and it often is. However, there are some things that are just better when done without the new devices and gadgets. Making coffee is one of them. Now, I know what you're thinking, there's nothing wrong with my electronic coffee maker. Maybe not, but until you've tried brewing your morning cup o' joe via stove top, you don't know what you're missing!

Stove top percolators often come in handy most while camping, but they don't have to be limited to adventures in the great outdoors. In fact, I am especially thankful for my stove top percolator in the winter time, for reasons you'll soon read about!

• They are easier to clean than electric coffee makers.
• They don't get clogged up by the minerals in tap water, which means they won't slow down over time.
• Electronics eventually wear out and break. A percolator will last much longer than an electric coffee maker.
• Your electric coffee maker won't get the coffee as hot as a percolator will (this is especially nice when the weather is cold!)
• Coffee tastes much better when brewed in a percolator than it does in an electronic coffee maker!

1. Fill the body of the percolator up with the desired amount of water (using the measurement marks that should be located on the inside).
2. Place the pump tube into the water, and slide the grounds basket onto the pump tube.
3. Fill the grounds basket with the desired amount of coffee (Coffee filter is optional).
4. Place the "spreader" on top of the grounds basket, and then snap the lid onto the percolator.
5. Heat until the water boils, then turn the heat to a low temperature and let the coffee "perk" for several minutes before removing from the heat.
6. Pour the coffee, and enjoy! (Careful, the coffee will be very hot!)

Note: This is not nearly as complicated as it sounds. Your percolator should come with an instruction booklet, showing you what the parts are and how to assemble them. It will also give you specific instructions for measuring and timing. For a more detailed explanation, check out the video I've included. That will tell you everything you need to know.