The Year’s Best New Coffee Equipment

From a high-tech espresso machine to a better pour-over dripper, plus premium mint syrup and a bean counter.

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Disruption in the world of coffee amounts to automating otherwise manual techniques in order to provide a better brew for professional baristas and home aficionados alike. At the Global Specialty Coffee Expo, companies small and large showcase their latest brewing technologies and most forward-thinking gear in the hopes of making great coffee more attainable, and the Best New Product designation honors the most compelling of the bunch. Among this year’s honorees are a premium mint syrup, an adjustable pour-over dripper and a touchscreen-operated automatic espresso machine. Click through for the full list, and see our favorites below.

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Orion Bean Counter by Acaia Learn More

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MIX Water Boiler by Marco Learn More

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Oracle Touch by Breville Learn More

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December Dripper by Acaia Learn More

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Signature Mint Syrup by Torani $13

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Green Tea Chai by Tipu’s Chai $9