For those that need a cup of coffee before they can really get things going in the morning, it may not be reasonable to stop by the local coffee shop and spend $5 on a venti double shot nonfat latte everyday. However, many people think that making coffee at home is either too time consuming, or it doesn’t taste nearly as good as what you’ll get at the store.

But with as many options as there are for home coffee brewing, you can be your own personal barista. As you start to save money each day on coffee, just think about the other things you can allocate that money to in your life.

To help you save money, without sacrificing on the taste of your cup of Joe, here are some of the top home coffee brewing options.

Single Serve Machines
In a hurry and still want the perfect tasting cup of coffee for the road? If so, then you will love the Keurig single serve machines. These units come with a single serving of coffee in a K-Cup. You simply put the K-Cup into the coffee machine, press a button and just moments later your cup will be ready. It’s as easy as that, and Keurig machines have changed the way people go about personal in-home coffee consumption.

The price of a Keurig machine might be more than that of your regular coffee machine. However, it’s a worthy investment that will save you a lot of time and money each month.

Coffee Pot Brewers
For those that prefer to make a large pot of coffee, a Keurig machine may not be the best option. That’s because a Keurig K-Cups are perfect for single servings, but it can add up if you are someone who likes two cups, or more, of Joe each day – or if you are making coffee for the entire family.

A personal coffee pot from Cuisinart may be costly, but these are top of the line coffee machines that will last for years. For the coffee aficionado that spends hundreds on coffee each month, this is an investment that will be a highlight in the kitchen.

Hand Made Coffee

Looking for something really unique? Try using the slow drip process for coffee making. This process begins by you slowly grinding the coffee beans by hand in a grinder. After the beans have been ground up, put a coffee filter on top of your coffee cup and place the grounds inside. As you slowly begin to pour water over the grounds, avoid bubbles from developing.

The slow drip process of making coffee does take some time, so it’s not ideal for those in a hurry. However, after having a cup of slow drip coffee, you’ll have a new appreciation for the taste of your favorite cup of caffeinated Arabica.

Whether you have all morning or you are in a hurry to beat rush hour, consider the options on this list for home coffee brewing. It could save you thousands each year, which will taste almost as sweet as that morning cup that gets you going.