This is a step-by-step guide on how to set up a coffee bar at home. If you have a small kitchen, this guide is for you!
By setting up a coffee area. You can make the perfect coffee every time. Ready? Let’s enhance your morning coffee routine
01 Pick an area for your Coffee Bar
In general, there are plenty of options for a coffee area. But, to save space, we’ll focus on taking as little space as possible. You can set up your station on a small area of your kitchen counter, or for instance, add a movable cart to your kitchen/dining area.
Here are some designer-approved movable cart options.
Nathan James Rolling Bar
or Cart for Tea
Nathan James Mid-Century
Bar Serving Cart
Linon Mid-Century
Bar Cart in Gold
02 Choose Small Coffee Making Items
One way to take your morning coffee routine to another level is to take the grinding game into your own hands. No matter which type of roast you prefer, going with whole beans instead of grounds will result in better flavor and fragrance. This Nespresso Machine is not only a capsule best seller but also the best option for those with little counter space. If want the perfect cappuccino or latte macchiato, then go all in and get the Nespresso Lattissima. I love my stovetop espresso coffee, must be the Dominican in me! Below I’ve shared my favorite, this one has a glass top that allows me to see when it’s brewing.
Nespresso Vertuo Next Coffee and Espresso Machine
Mueller HyperGrind Precision Electric Coffee Grinder
GEESTA Premium Crystal Glass Stovetop Espresso Moka Pot
03 Get Organized In Style
Beyond mugs, you will also want your other coffee accessories to look their best and be accessible. To make your coffee station feel more pulled together, transfer items such as sugar bags and coffee beans into canisters. Also, it will keep the items extra fresh! Don’t forget to get some syrups. If you’d like to enjoy authentic coffeehouse flavor at home then, use a splash of your favorite syrup flavor for some extra delight in your morning coffee. Then again, here are some beautiful dispensers to place them in.
Coffee Syrup Dispenser
for Coffee Bar with labels
Coffee Storage Jar with Lid & Spoon Thick Glass Canister 40 Oz
Pillar Shape
Bitter Bottle Dropper
04 Handy Coffee Accessories
If you like to have milk in your coffee. A frother will help make the milk extra creamy so you can enjoy a latte right at home. If you are sensitive to dairy just like me, then use almond milk or another alternative. To froth your milk you can use these mini pitchers together with your frother.
To fill your bottles
Snailhouse Small Funnels
Milk Frother White – Handheld with Electric Whisk
Mini Coffee
Milk Creamer Pitcher
Coffee Scoops
Measuring Spoons for Coffee
Mini Wooden Spoon
For serving Honey and Sugar
Stainless Steel
12″ Mixing Spoon
05 Get Some Lovely Mugs
It’s easy to overlook one of the most important components of your coffee ritual: your drinking vessel. Porcelain and ceramic mugs come in a variety of styles and finishes. Besides the material your mug is made of, also consider volume (most coffee cups are around 12 oz.), design, and features. Here are some of my favorites!
Memoria Collection
12oz Cloud Mug
Double Walled Espresso Glasses, 3 Oz Capacity
Clear Glass Mug
and Saucer with Spoon
Insulated Coffee Mug with Handle
Cappuccino Mug
Set of 4 Cups with Saucers
Round Handle Ceramic
Coffee Mug
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My current coffee bar setup
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If you’d like some guidance – please don’t hesitate and shoot me an email.