Free iPhone App Teaches You to Brew Better Coffee

Ever avoided making coffee at home because you're not sure you can get it right? You’re not alone. A major survey found that many people would rather buy takeout coffee daily than risk a bad cup brewed themselves. But is buying coffee really your only option?

The solution? A free iPhone app developed in the UK that walks you through brewing a personalized cup of coffee—step by step. It’s designed to build your skills, save you money, and help you enjoy better coffee without guesswork.

Why Do People Avoid Brewing at Home?

A 2024 survey commissioned by Dutch food company Douwe Egberts polled 2,000 UK coffee drinkers. Results showed that 42% of respondents lack confidence in their coffee-making abilities. That uncertainty drives many to rely on takeaway coffee instead.

Even among those who invest in equipment, usage is low: 38% of Brits own a coffee maker but don’t use it, and 37% don’t know how to operate it properly. Meanwhile, 69% of those surveyed buy takeout coffee five days a week, typically spending £1 to £5 (about NT$47 to NT$235) per cup.

How Much Do Brits Really Spend on Takeaway Coffee?

According to the same study, the average UK coffee drinker spends an estimated £15,600 (approximately NT$730,000) over their lifetime on takeaway coffee. That figure comes from daily purchases multiplied over decades—and it highlights just how much could be saved by brewing at home.

The frequent purchases add up quickly, especially when most buyers purchase multiple cups per week. The survey found that five days a week is common, with individual cup prices ranging from budget to mid-range.

Enter the Free Coffee Brewing App for iPhone

In response to these findings, Douwe Egberts created a free iPhone application aimed at building coffee confidence and reducing reliance on store-bought brews. The app doesn’t just provide generic advice—it delivers customized brewing guidance tailored to your taste preferences.

Through a step-by-step interface, the app teaches users how to brew coffee that suits their palate. It covers everything from selecting beans to adjusting brew strength, all while helping users save both time and money compared to daily takeaway purchases.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the average UK coffee drinker spend on takeout coffee in a lifetime?

The UK survey found that the average person spends approximately £15,600 (about NT$730,000) on takeaway coffee over their lifetime, based on buying coffee five days a week.

What percentage of UK coffee drinkers lack confidence in brewing coffee at home?

42% of respondents in the Douwe Egberts survey said they lack confidence in their ability to make coffee at home, which contributes to their preference for takeout.

How many UK coffee drinkers own a coffee maker but don’t use it?

38% of those surveyed own a coffee brewing device but reported that they do not use it, often due to uncertainty about how it works.

What percentage of people don’t know how to use their coffee equipment?

37% of UK respondents stated they do not know how to properly operate their coffee makers, even if they own one.

How often do most people buy takeaway coffee according to the survey?

69% of those surveyed buy takeaway coffee five days a week, typically spending between £1 and £5 per cup.

What does the free iPhone app do to help users brew better coffee?

The free Douwe Egberts app provides personalized, step-by-step brewing instructions tailored to your taste, helping users build skills, save money, and enjoy better coffee at home.

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