Streamline Your Morning Routine with the One-Step Coffee Weighing Cup
Eyeballs are great: I have two. I also like spoons. But if you want a consistent coffee dose for great espresso or pour-over, a precise scale is the mildly inconvenient one true path. Remember the time when you painstakingly weighed out your coffee beans each morning, balancing a dosing cup on a digital scale, waiting for it to zero out before pouring in the beans? Well, that might just be a thing of the past.
Enter the Subscale, a sleek innovation from Singapore coffee brand Subminimal that combines a dosing cup and scale into one device. This black-on-black swoop of a cup holds about 60 grams of coffee and boasts a base scale accurate to a tenth of a gram. Since acquiring it, the Subscale has become a permanent fixture on my countertop, adding a touch of joy to my morning coffee ritual.
Keep It Simple
The Subscale’s charm lies in its simplicity. In a world of complex coffee gadgets, this cup stands out for its minimalist design. While other scales may do math, track brewing times, or play music, the Subscale focuses on one thing: accurately measuring the weight of your coffee beans. No Bluetooth, no app, no learning curve—just a straightforward, user-friendly experience.
No Timer, No Cry
However, the Subscale does have its limitations. It lacks a timer, so you’ll need to use your phone for pour-over or espresso timing. Its angled top also makes it unsuitable as a catch-cup for your grinder, unlike some other models on the market. And the hidden black button can be a bit tricky to find, leading to some initial frustration.
Despite these minor drawbacks, the Subscale remains a valuable addition to any coffee lover’s arsenal. Its precision, sleek design, and ease of use make it a worthwhile investment that simplifies your morning routine without adding unnecessary complexity.
So, if you’re tired of juggling multiple gadgets and want to streamline your coffee preparation process, the Subscale could be the perfect solution. Embrace the simplicity, savor the perfect cup of coffee, and start your day on the right note with this innovative device.