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View CartAn AeroPress is a portable, cylindrical-shaped coffee maker designed to make brewing faster, and this tool can also work for making kratom tea. For those who have tried other filtration methods to filter plant material from kratom tea but are still not impressed, an AeroPress may be the missing piece.
This article covers every detail of making kratom tea with the AeroPress, showing all the steps needed to follow.
Let’s Talk About Kratom Tea
Kratom tea is one of the numerous methods of consuming kratom, and users’ choices depends on what works best for them. For some, they go with the toss-and-wash route, some prefer taking kratom capsules, while others prefer making tea with kratom.
People make kratom tea in different ways, and there are two major reasons why they opt for this method:
- Mixing kratom with hot water and allowing it to simmer for a few minutes helps to release the alkaloids. This may lead to a faster onset, as the body will absorb it faster.
- Some users have sensitive digestive systems, and drinking raw powder may cause them stomach discomfort. So their best bet is often to make kratom tea and filter out the plant materials.
But to what degree can these plant materials be filtered out, and how fast can it be done? This is where the AeroPress comes in and why many kratom enthusiasts are using it for making tea.
How to Make Kratom Tea With the AeroPress
The process is simple, and no complicated equipment or materials are needed aside from kratom powder, the AeroPress tool, and optional flavoring such as lemon juice.
Step 1: Set aside the kratom powder. Every user should know the right quantity that works best for them to avoid using too much or too little.
Step 2: Get a pot and boil some water. For each serving, about 1-2 cups (8-16 ounces) of water is needed. After boiling, allow the water to sit for a minute or two to bring down the temperature to around 194℉ (90°C). This is because some of the alkaloids may be sensitive to high heat and may degrade at 100°C or higher.
Step 3: Get a paper filter, wet with some hot water, and put it in the AeroPress. The wetting will help remove any paper taste.
Step 4: Get a clean cup for your tea and place the AeroPress on the cup. Next, add your measured kratom powder to the AeroPress and then pour in the hot water, and stir thoroughly until the kratom is fully dissolved. Thereafter, wait for about 10 to fifteen minutes for the release of the alkaloids.
Note: Adding lemon juice or any other citric juice to the mixture is optional, but it can help in the extraction process and also in flavoring.
Step 5: Insert the plunger (the other part of the AeroPress) and press down slowly. This is to extract the liquid into the cup and filter out the plant materials through the paper filter used in step 3.
Step 6: Remove the brewing device from the top of the cup, and the tea is ready to be consumed. Some people add sweeteners such as honey, while others drink it as it is. The major goal is to get rid of the kratom plant material from the tea while leaving the alkaloids.
An AeroPress vs. AeroPress XL: Which One to Choose?
Whether the regular AeroPress or the XL, both models are designed for brewing. The major difference between them is the capacity to which each can handle. The XL is bigger and can handle larger quantities of kratom.
For kratom users who use 5 grams or less per serving, the regular Aeropress model is ok. The regular may still handle larger amounts, but it may get clogged in the process. Hence, for brewing larger batches, the XL may be more practical without clogging.
Also note that because of the larger volume of the XL, it may be harder to press than the regular one. But regardless, either of them should do the job.
Useful Tips for Maximizing the Tea-Brewing Process
A few things to note when using this brewing device for tea.
- Metal filter vs. paper filter: Both types of filters are good, but paper filters are more efficient in removing plant material.
- Avoiding waste: Even though a pack of paper filters is cheap already, each can still be reused up to 2-3 times. Also, the leftover plant materials from the first straining can still be rebrewed to maximize alkaloid extraction.
- Adding flavor: Flavors like lemon, lime, or any other citric product can help improve alkaloid extraction.
Kratom Tea vs.Toss and Wash: Any Difference in Potency?
There’s hardly any difference in potential effects (or if at all, an insignificant one) between drinking kratom tea and tossing raw powder as long as the tea is well brewed. However, with tea, it must be allowed to brew for 15 minutes to maximize alkaloid extraction.
Also, lemon juice can make a huge difference, as it is a kratom potentiator and can help with maximizing extraction.
Final Thoughts
Kratom tea remains as a top method of consuming kratom, especially for those who don’t prefer kratom powder or capsules. The AeroPress coffee maker has turned out to be a great tool for making kratom tea, and it works for making well-strained tea quickly.
The two common models are the AeroPress regular and XL, both doing practically the same thing but on different scales. The regular is suitable for making smaller quantities of tea, while the XL is suitable for larger batches.
For those who don’t have an AeroPress, other alternatives like a French press or simple jar-and-filter setups can still work well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does tossing and washing produce stronger effects than kratom tea?
No. As long as the kratom tea is properly prepared by allowing it to simmer long enough for complete extraction. Adding lemon juice or any citric juice can also help in maximizing the extraction of alkaloids.
Is kratom tea better than kratom powder?
Neither one is better than the other. But for those with sensitive stomachs, tea is often preferred.
Why does my AeroPress get clogged when making kratom tea?
This is likely due to the quantity of kratom tea made at a time. For the regular model, it is more suitable for about 5 grams and below. Going higher can lead to clogging. For making larger batches, the AeroPress XL is better.
