Got your coffee machine? Now it's time for the accessories

Buying a coffee machine is an excellent investment: they save you time and money, and they make fantastic coffee.

Whether you've recently acquired a pod machine or you're learning to make delicious espresso using your favourite beans, every machine needs a couple of accessories to match it.

We've pulled together our favourite mugs and cups, milk frothers, tamping equipment and coasters for your perusal as you continue on your coffee-making journey.

NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.

Mugs

Maxwell & Williams Blend Double Wall Cup

250ml set now $11.97450ml set now $17.97

These chic mugs are made from double-walled thermal glass, which prevents condensation or sweat on the exterior, making it easy to carry your hot coffee around. You can get a twin set of 250ml mugs for $11.97, or a 450ml set for $17.97.

Le Creuset Stoneware Rainbow Espresso Mugs

Get them for $160

Le Creuset makes the most beautiful kitchenware, full of bright colours and high-quality materials. This set of six mugs comes in a rainbow of shades, made of long-lasting enamel that'll keep them looking brand new for years to come.

KeepCup Brew Cork Reusable Glass Cup

Was $31.95, now $22.37

If you need to take your coffee on the go, this KeepCup features a cork jacket that protects you from the heat of the glass. It has a hole for sipping that's sealable, so you don't have to worry about spills, either.

Frank Green Ceramic Reusable Cups

$49.95 here

The masters of keeping your coffee hot, Frank Green make a range of ceramic reusable cups in gorgeous colours. They also have a sealable lid, and their insulated interior means you can carry them easily when they're full of hot, delicious coffee.

4 Pack HuskeeCups

Black set for $43Cream set for $45

If you're looking for a stylish set of mugs for the home that'll impress visitors, this four-pack from HuskeeCup comes in both charcoal black and cream. They're made from an organic waste material that's designed to keep your coffee hotter for longer, but still cool to hold.

Coffee-making accessories

Breville The Temp Control Milk Jug

Available here for $28

If your coffee machine has the frothing attachment, but you need a jug, why not grab one that can manage the temperature? Offering a capacity of up to 480ml, Breville's Temp Control Milk Jug will monitor the heat of your milk as you froth it for coffee.

Davis & Waddell Stainless Steel Café Milk Frothing Thermometer

Buy for just $14

If you're a coffee savant, you'll know that different milk varieties need to be frothed at different temperatures to make the perfect coffee. This milk thermometer is $14, an affordable upgrade to your coffee-making repertoire.

Espresso Coffee Knock Box and Silicone Coffee Tamper Mat

Now $21.99

Every budding barista needs a knock box, so you can toss those ground beans once you're done with them. With an anti-slip design at the base, you'll be safe from any slippage or damage to your kitchen counter as well. This purchase also comes with a mat to make for easy cleaning.

Coffee Tamper Anti-Slip Mat

Buy yours for $17.99

If you're just after the tamping mat, you can grab this one for just $16.99. The soft material can be used to help with stability.

Avanti Milk Frother

Available for $12.95

Not all coffee machines come with the milk-frothing attachment you might need. This frother from Avanti is affordable, safe to use, and will give you the finishing touch on your coffee by creating texture for the milk.

Accessories for your set-up

Davis & Waddell Bamboo Coffee Machine Board with Capsule Drawer

Buy yours for $56

If you're a pod machine person, you'll know how annoying it can be to store those long, rectangular boxes in your kitchen cupboards. This bamboo drawer allows you to lay out your pods and choose accordingly once you can see them all in front of you. You can also pop your pod machine on top to save space.

Proxima Direct Coffee Capsule Holder

Get it for $32.99

Another ideal storage solution for pod coffee lovers, this rack can hold up to 40 pods. Keep your favourites in view on the kitchen counter, and ensure you're aware of when you're running low on coffee.

Breville The Bean Keeper Coffee Canister

On sale for $59

Designed to keep coffee fresh, this canister can hold beans, ground coffee, and pods and preserve their aroma and taste. Holding up to 0.5kg of coffee at any given time, you can also use the canister to judge when you might be running low.

Grey Agate Coasters, Set of 4

Now $78.45 for four

So, you've mastered the art of coffee making, and you're now in search of accessories to jazz up your coffee table as you consume multiple servings. This set of four grey agate coasters will look terrific beneath a small cup of coffee, but can also be used to protect your table from other drinks, too.

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