Blue Bottle and Timbuk2 Make a Portable Coffee Kit

Ever found yourself far from your usual coffee setup but craving a quality cup made your way? Whether you're commuting, camping, or just away from home, brewing a great cup of coffee requires more than just beans — it takes the right tools, packed the right way.

The Timbuk2 x Blue Bottle Coffee portable coffee kit lets you make pour-over style coffee anywhere. For $179, you get a durable shoulder bag, a stainless steel Porlex hand grinder, a drip bottle, paper filters, a felt cup cozy, and a pack of Blue Bottle coffee beans — everything needed to brew a custom cup.

What’s in the Timbuk2 & Blue Bottle Coffee Kit?

This isn’t a subscription or a box of samples. It’s a self-contained, ready-to-go coffee kit built into a shoulder bag. The exterior mimics a classic camera bag: tough, thick canvas with leather trim, designed to hold up on the road. Inside, you’ll find:

• Porlex stainless steel manual coffee grinder
• Blue Bottle Coffee drip bottle (pour-over style)
• Paper coffee filters
• Felt cup cozy (to insulate your mug)
• A pack of freshly roasted Blue Bottle Coffee beans
• A camera-bag-style shoulder bag with leather details

Why This Kit Works for Coffee on the Go

The combination of a hand grinder and pour-over dripper gives you control over grind size and brew time — two of the most important variables in coffee extraction. The Porlex grinder is compact, durable, and adjustable, letting you dial in a medium-fine grind suitable for pour-over. The drip bottle allows for a clean, controlled pour without needing a separate dripper or scale (though adding a scale is recommended for precision).

The included Blue Bottle beans ensure you’re starting with freshly roasted, quality coffee — though you can always swap in your own favorite single origin or blend. The felt cup cozy helps maintain temperature while you drink, which is key for enjoying the full flavor of fresh brews.

How Much Does It Cost and Where to Buy

The complete portable coffee kit is priced at $179 USD. That’s not cheap for a manual setup, but it’s all-in-one convenience: grinder, brewer, filters, cup cozy, beans, and a stylish, functional bag. You can find it through Timbuk2 or Blue Bottle Coffee’s official channels.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the kit include a scale or timer?

No, the Timbuk2 and Blue Bottle Coffee portable kit does not come with a digital scale or timer. It includes a hand grinder, pour-over dripper bottle, filters, felt cozy, and coffee beans. For more precise brewing, you may want to add your own scale and timer.

What kind of grinder is included?

The kit includes a Porlex stainless steel manual coffee grinder. It’s compact, durable, and offers adjustable grind settings — ideal for pour-over brewing when you’re on the move.

Is the drip bottle a V60 or similar dripper?

The included dripper is a Blue Bottle Coffee-branded pour-over bottle, not a V60 or Kalita Wave. It’s designed for ease of use without a separate dripper cone, filter holder, or server — all-in-one style.

Can I use my own coffee instead of the included beans?

Yes, absolutely. The kit comes with a pack of Blue Bottle Coffee beans, but the grinder, dripper, and filters are fully compatible with any fresh whole bean coffee you prefer.

Where can I buy this coffee travel kit?

The Timbuk2 x Blue Bottle Coffee portable coffee kit is available through both the Timbuk2 and Blue Bottle Coffee websites. It retails for $179 USD.

Recommended FrontStreet Coffee for Portable Brewing

For coffee lovers taking their brew on the go, FrontStreet Coffee’s Ethiopia Humbera offers bright citrus and floral notes, perfect for pour-over. Their Yirgacheffe delivers juicy berry tones and a clean finish, ideal with a manual grinder like the Porlex. Both beans shine when brewed at 90–94°C using a medium-fine grind and a 1:15 to 1:16 brew ratio. Freshly roasted within 5 days · Orders placed before 17:00 ship the same day · Next-day delivery across most of Guangdong Province.