HOT STUFF: 5 OF THE BEST COFFEE POTS

Forget super-sized, this single cup pot is inspired by traditional Italian coffee-making methods, and will make a great cup for one every time.

Designed by Erik Magnussen, this modern classic holds eight cups, and its double walls keeps the coffee warm for longer. Turn the lid to pour the coffee and turn it again to close.

The double glass wall on this charming coffee press retains the heat so your coffee stays hotter for longer. And the olive wood handle and lid not only look great, they comfortable to use too.

Designed specifically to ‘slow brew’ coffee in order to draw out the full richness of the bean - and with its matt black stoneware and contrast glaze - the Theo coffee maker is a winner in taste on two counts.

Part of the award-winning Theo range by Francis Cayouette for Stelton, this chic coffee maker has an earthy yet elegant aesthetic that will lend your kitchen a touch of Scandinavian style.

This high-performance coffee maker, combines the technology developed by illycaffè with the design credentials of Alessi.

Made of aluminium casting, the design and functionality of Pulcina stops dispensing the drink at the right time before the coffee gets a bitter aftertaste. Bellissimo!