| Freshly designed with swooping curves, the black plastic frame on the New Kenya coffee press adds to the anticipation of the morning coffee. And good coffee indeed this press makes. Most aficionados agree that the French press, or plunger, style of coffee maker produces the smoothest cup of joe. Bodum makes the carafe itself of borosilicate glass, the lightweight, heat-resistant kind found in science labs, and the plunger and three-piece filter system of stainless steel. The plastic frame tightly wraps the glass beaker and protects your table from its heat. The lid is also plastic. To make coffee in the New Kenya, put in the glass carafe one scoop of coarse-ground coffee beans per every four ounces of brewed coffee you intend to make. Add nearly-boiling water, stir with a silicone spatula, and place the filter-plunger-lid unit in the top. After four minutes of brewing, slowly press down on the plunger. Pour, and enjoy. Use the same spatula to scrape the grounds out afterward, and rinse out the carafe and assembly. All the parts are dishwasher-safe as well. The largest of the New Kenya presses, this size makes 34 ounces of coffee, which fills approximately three mugs or eight four-ounce after-dinner cups. --Ann Bieri From the Manufacturer  | Awards and Accolades In 2004 the Bodum Chambord coffee press received the American Culinary Institute's award for best French press coffeemaker. The American Culinary Institute judges food preparation products such as mixers, waffle makers, and electric teakettles. These products are judged on criteria important to consumers such as ease-of-use, safety, and the quality of the food produced. The institute also judges food preparation products used in restaurants and hotels, including institutional mixers, large-volume coffee machines, and food slicers. | | Instructions for Use  | 1. Place pot on a dry, flat, nonslip surface. Hold handle firmly, then pull the plunger straight up and out of the pot. 2. For each 1.25-deciliter/4-ounce cup, put 1 rounded tablespoon or 1 Bodum scoop of coarse-ground coffee into the pot.
Caution: Use only coarse-ground coffee. Fine grind can clog the filter and create high pressure. Place coffee maker on a heatproof, nonslip surface.
3. Pour hot (not boiling) water into the pot. Leave a minimum of 2.5 centimeters/1 inch of space at the top. Stir the brew with a plastic spoon.
Caution: Metal spoons can scratch or chip the glass beaker and cause breakage. 4. Place the plunger unit on top of the pot. Turn lid to close off the pour spout opening. (Does not apply to the Brazil models.) Do not press down. Let the coffee brew for at least 4 minutes. 5. Hold the pot handle firmly, with the spout turned away from you, then using just the weight of your hand, apply slight pressure on top of the knob to lower the plunger straight down into the pot. Lowering the plunger slowly with minimal pressure produces best results. If the filter clogs or it becomes difficult to push down the plunger you should remove the plunger from the pot, stir the brew, and then slowly plunge again.
WARNING: Using excessive force can cause scalding liquid to shoot out of the pot. 6. Turn the lid to open the pour spout and then pour coffee. 7. Unscrew the filter assembly and clean the plunger unit after each use. All parts are dishwasher-safe. Safety Instructions
- Not for stovetop use.
- Check glass beaker for scratches, cracks, or chips. Do not use a pot that is scratched, chipped, or cracked. Install a replacement beaker before using the pot again.
- Keep children away while using. Hot water is a hazard to small children!
- Do not allow children to use this coffeemaker.
Scald Hazard
- Excessive plunging force can cause scalding hot liquid to shoot out of pot.
- Do not plunge with force.
- Turn lid to close spout.
- Use only coarse-ground coffee.
Company History
In 1944 Peter Bodum, the father of today's owner, Joergen Bodum, started Bodum in Copenhagen. Times were difficult at the end of World War II; there was hardly any trade and people were out of work. Peter Bodum managed to wholesale a very small variety of housewares products by Danish manufacturers. After the war Peter Bodum got an import license for kitchen and tabletop products; he traveled all over Europe and ended up importing kitchen and housewares to Denmark. As in the rest of Europe in those days, a lack of products in Denmark meant a market existed for almost anything to be sold. He specialized in glassware from Eastern Europe. In the '50s Peter Bodum started developing his own products. He collaborated with the Danish architect Kaas Klaeson for a range of coffeemakers. At the time, industrial-design-type kitchen products were very rare. The first Bodum product to hit the market in 1958 was the Santos coffeemaker--based on a vacuum coffee brewing system. It became an instant sensation not only in Denmark but in all of Europe. Bodum still produces the original Santos design to this very day. Bodum grew steadily during the '60s, but sadly, in 1967, at the age of only 57, Peter Bodum passed away. His wife managed the company until 1974, when she offered her 26-year-old son Joergen to join her in the management of the company. Joergen quickly brought on board Carsten Joergensen--then a teacher at the Danish School of Art in Copenhagen--and soon put him in charge of overall design for Bodum, including everything from products to corporate design, exhibitions, shops, buildings, catalogs, and advertising. It turned out to be a very long and fruitful collaboration. The two men began to fulfill Bodum's credo--"good design doesn't have to be expensive"--in lots of different ways. In 1974 the first fruit of Joergen and Carsten's collaboration was introduced: the French coffee press Bistro. It was also the first incorporation of the new Bodum design language--beautiful simplicity and excellent materials for everyday life. Many more variations of coffee presses followed. Since 1974 Bodum has produced over 50 million French presses, taken the leap from "coffee" to "kitchen," and developed and produced a large variety of beautiful household and tabletop designs. In 1979, when he took over the company, Joergen Bodum decided to move to Switzerland in order to be more centrally located in Europe. He chose the Lucerne area, where Bodum's head office has been located since the early '80s. In 1980 Bodum Switzerland and its design unit, Pi-Design, were founded. Then, in 1986, the opening of Bodum's first shop in London marked another milestone in the Bodum history. It was designed not only to be the perfect showcase for the large variety of Bodum products but to embody an even stronger presentation of Bodum as an international brand. Many more shops in many more cities all over the world followed: Paris, Copenhagen, Zurich, Lucerne, Tokyo, New York, Dallas, Okinawa, Auckland, and many more. To this day there are 52 Bodum stores worldwide. With more and more of its own stores in place, Bodum continued broadening its collection of beautifully designed everyday life products--from kitchen to home. Today Bodum offers its customers everything from the latest coffee- and tea-making products to tabletop, kitchen, storage, textiles, bathroom, and home office products. Some stores also have a café where Bodum's own selection of coffees and teas are served. The Bodum Group is, and always has been, a 100 percent family-owned business. Today the company operates in 14 different countries with over 700 employees worldwide. Bodum has holding companies in Denmark and Switzerland as well as 12 sales companies, 3 production companies, and a design company called Bodum Design Group, located in Switzerland.
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- New Kenya coffee press uses the preferred plunger method
- Heat-resistant, borosilicate glass beaker with curved plastic frame
- Stainless-steel 3-piece filter system; no paper filter needed
- Frame protects table from heat; all parts are dishwasher-safe
- 34-ounce capacity makes 3 mugs or 8 after-dinner cups of coffee
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| Bialetti Moka Express 3-Cup Stovetop Percolator |
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| Aluminum, stovetop espresso maker produces 3 cups of rich, authentic Italian espresso in just 4-5 minutes. |
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- Stovetop brewer makes 3 2-ounce cups of espresso in just 4 to 5 minutes
- Made of durable polished aluminum in a unique octagon shape
- Flip-up top and side-pour spout provide added convenience
- Wash by hand with warm soapy water and rinse clean; made in Italy
- Measures 4-1/4 by 6-1/2 inches
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| Mr. Coffee ECM250 4-Cup Espresso/Cappuccino Maker |
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| Have the ability to make espressos and cappuccinos in the comfort of you own home. The Mr. Coffee steam espresso maker delivers quality drinks on a consistent basis. The powerful frothing tip makes heating milk an easy task. |
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- Powerful milk frother
- Easy to pour decanter
- Removable drip tray
- On/Off indicator light
- Convenient cord storage
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| Bodum Santos Stovetop Glass Vacuum 34-Ounce Coffee Maker |
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| As beautiful as sculpture, as fascinating as chemistry, and as entertaining as theater, this coffeemaker from Switzerland converts the ordinary process of brewing coffee into an artful performance. And it makes six 5-ounce cups of full-flavored coffee while it entrances. The coffeemaker fits together like this: water goes into the carafe, a filter fits into the mouth of a tube in the top globe, ground coffee goes into the globe (a scoop is included), the globe fits atop the carafe with the tube extending into the carafe, and the carafe goes onto the stovetop with a trivet or heat diffuser between it and electric or gas heat. (This is all much simpler and quicker than it sounds.) Water boils up through the tube into the globe and brews the coffee. When brewing is complete and the carafe has been taken off the stovetop and set into its accompanying sculpted trivet, the coffee drains through the filter into the carafe. The globe can then be lifted off the carafe and set on its stand, and coffee can be poured from the carafe, which has a stay-cool handle. A stopper for the carafe keeps second cups warm while the first cups are sipped. Fully assembled, the coffee maker stands 11-1/2 inches high. It's made of heat-resistant glass and durable, gleaming nylon, and all parts are dishwasher-safe. --Fred Brack |
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- Theatrical, entertaining method of brewing six 5-ounce cups of coffee
- Made of heat-resistant glass and durable, gleaming nylon
- Carafe with stay-cool handle and a stopper keeps coffee warm
- Dishwasher-safe; includes coffee scoop and resting stand
- Measures 9-1/4 by 6 by 11-1/2 inches
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| Hamilton Beach 43253 Ensemble 12-Cup Coffeemaker, Red |
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| Hamilton Beach Ensemble coffeemaker- 12-cup capacity, Stainless steel body & red accent color matches up with the Ensemble toaster , can opener & blender for a beautiful kitchen appliance display . Drip Free carafe and programmable digital clock. |
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- 12-cup coffeemaker with user-friendly control panel and digital display
- Programmable clock/timer for "wake-up" coffee; brew-pause function
- Glass carafe with stay-cool handle, measuring marks, and drip-free pour spout
- Nonstick hot plate; 2-hour automatic shut-off for safety; easy-to-clean removable parts
- Measures approximately 11 by 8 by 14 inches; 1-year limited warranty
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 Red Hot! |
| Review Date: May 5, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Shannon L. Yarbrough, St. Louis, MO USA |
We had no need for a new coffee pot. The free one from Gevelia was working just fine. However, on a recent trip to K-mart we caught this one on sale for just under 40 bucks, and it's RED! We've slowly been building up a counter top of red kitchen appliances, so the coffee maker fits right in!
Easy to clean! The mouth of the pitcher is as wide as the base, so it's easy to get your hand inside to clean it out unlike some. Few buttons, so it's easy to program too. Very light weight, so it's also easy to move the maker around if needed. No complaints about speed either. I never feel like I'm waiting on it to finish. One small complaint, but it's nothing major...there is no room for going over the 12 cup limit. It will overflow! Some makers have a little room for you to overfill, but not this one! No biggie, just don't overfill!
I also like the wide karaff on this one. A lot of pitchers have a weird karaff that always causes you to spill a few drops when pouring that first cup. Not this one! Clean up of the coffee ground chamber is easy too. I suggest investing in one of those permanent copper reusable filters. They work really well with this one. I have yet to end up with grounds in the coffee. |
Excellent - Better than Expected
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| Review Date: November 9, 2006 |
| Reviewer: A. Butler, |
Looks great and is very well designed, functionally. Don't let the low price fool you. I was surprised at the overall quality compared to others I have owned (I go through at least 1 coffee maker every year).
All the essential features and Brews fast too!
Keep making these, I will buy another when this one is done. |
We love this thing!
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| Review Date: April 11, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Adrienne J. Arden, |
After having other coffeemakers that are hard to clean, slow, unnecessarily complicated, we finally have one that we hope never dies. It's sleek, easy, makes great coffee and at a much faster pace than our previous machine (that died at two years-old!! ARGHHH!). Granted, it doesn't grind the beans for you, but as anyone who has used the Cuisinart Grind & Brew, or something similar, those combos result in a steamy wet mess to clean up every time you brew. Too much moisture from brewing gets into the grinder portion. Also, since the grinding basket has to be dry when you use it, if you forget to clean it out right after use (like you're late for work and the pot is low priority!) and discover your lapse the next day--too late to grind then. So, we have a separate grinder now, and love our Hamilton Beach. Besides, look at it. It's just plain cool!
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Works Great
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| Review Date: March 9, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Babwa, North California |
Good value purchase. It makes good coffee and looks nice.
The water filter installation is confusing. The instructions do not make it clear that the filter comes in one piece and has to be separated, by the user, into two pieces; the cover assembly head must be popped (I used a stiff butter knife)out of the base piece. It is nested backwards into the base and seems to be permanently fixed that way. It has to be removed, and the filter placed inside, and the cover head (reversed now) snapped back onto the base. That first step is left out of the "Optional Feature (on selected models) - Water Filter". |
Buy this one, really!
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| Review Date: July 10, 2007 |
| Reviewer: Consumer, California |
After looking at about 30 different coffee makers, I bought this one sight unseen, solely based on the reviews here at Amazon (I was not able to find this model at any local store) and the fact that all those that I looked at (in person) appeared to be junk. All the five star Amazon reviews paid off and I am overall 100% happy with this coffee maker. I never had a timer before and thought this was something I would not use but, to my surprise, I love it. Also the 2-hour shut off is a super nice feature. The price is right. And lastly, it makes great coffee (after about the fourth pot - and I started grinding the coffee a little finer...I drink very strong coffee).
This replaces a simple "on-off" Braun (which made the best coffee ever) that I had for 12 years. I was not able to find another Braun that I liked even though there are several available here.
A few minor oddities that may make the rating more like a 4+ or 5-
1) The grounds basket does not sit flat on the countertop. I found that a little odd when filling it with grounds - a tiny sliver of plastic designed into the bottom of the basket would have alleviated this oddity.
2) Second, the inside of the coffee maker's lid seems to gather, and hold, an excessive amount of condensation after brewing, which was still there the next day. If you live in a super humid climate, this may be an issue. There is a plastic guide on the inside of the lid that directs the condensation back into the water reservoir, but it only works so-so. The carafe also held a moderate amount of condensation after washing and placing back on the hot plate.
3) When removing/replacing the grounds basket and/or pouring in the water, you must swivel the water spray nozzle back and forth. No big deal, I've just never seen/noticed this before.
4) The no-drip carafe works great - it is a tiny bit difficult for me to get the last half ounce or so of water out of the carafe while pouring it into the coffee maker.
5) It only comes in red. However, during the period 1/1/06 to 2/28/07, a portion of each sale was donated by Hamilton Beach to the American Heart Association Go Red for Women campaign.
PS: Replacement Carafe. I knew it would be a matter of time before I broke the carafe on this and wondered how hard it would be to find a replacement (it happened 12/2008). It turned out I couldn't find the exact replacement and they appear to be discontinued. BUT, the Cuisinart DCC-1200PRC works perfectly fine, even though nobody will tell you that and it doesn't come in red. I "eyeballed" it and thought it would work so I tried it. It is a teeny tiny bit smaller than the original carafe and works perfectly. |
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| Bodum Brazil Glass 3-Cup Coffee Press, Black |
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| The Brazil works on the same principle as all coffee presses. It combines coarse ground coffee with water that is just off of a boil. This combination along with 4 minutes of extraction time allows the oil and acids that give the coffee it's flavor to be completely extracted so you get a balanced and flavorful cup of coffee each time. After 4 minutes, just press and enjoy. There are no paper filters to soak up the oils, and cleanup is a snap. The 3 Cup Press is 12 oz and yields 3 - 4 oz. cups of coffee. |
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- 3-cup, 12-ounce French press coffee maker allows you to brew flavorful coffee in 4 minutes
- Beaker made of ultra-light, heat-resistant borosilicate glass; polypropylene handle and base
- 3-part stainless steel mesh filter helps extract your coffee's aromatic oils and subtle flavors
- Patented safety lid prevents splashing of liquids while pressing
- All parts are dishwasher safe
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I Love Mine!
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| Review Date: December 22, 2004 |
| Reviewer: I. Gross Georg, Edmond, Oklahoma USA |
I think you have to be an idiot to not read the directions and complain when you pay the price afterwards. This little machine couldn't be simpler, which suits me as I practice the simple living lifestyle.
Making coffee is a snap. You heat some water, pour an 1/8 cup of coffee (I use Folgers Gourmet Supreme, no fancy grind), pour the not-quite-boiling water into the beaker, gently place the plunger on top but do not press, let it stew for 4 minutes, then plunge slowly as the directions clearly state. I never have a problem with grounds, but I do notice some sediment at the bottom of my cup resembling fine sand. It doesn't hurt.
To call this a three-cup coffee maker is a stretch, unless these are European standards. I usually get one 8-oz serving of coffee out of one batch, which I enjoy after dinner with real half-and-half, not "Coffee-Mate®" artificial creamer.
Don't buy a $40 12-cup electric coffee maker for one or two cups of coffee; reclaim your kitchen counter as well as your inner French girl and go back to basics with this little guy or its bigger brother. If you have common sense you won't regret it. |
Perfect size for one incredible cup of coffee!
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| Review Date: April 12, 2007 |
| Reviewer: G. Wade, Brush Prairie, Wa United States |
I did a lot of research before I bought this item so I realized that the cups it referred to were not our typical US cups. I am pleased that they offer this small model, it is perfect for one coffee drinker. It makes a nice sized mug of coffee for one person.
Aside from the size issues, which I understand are confusing. It makes the most incredible coffee, simple & good. It brings coffee to a new level! It is rich & creamy (I use about 1/2 the creamer now!) & it is more full bodied than even the best drip coffee! I don't know if I will ever use my Mr Coffee again. It takes a little work to clean it but it isn't anything to complain about.
I plan on buying a larger model when I need to entertain more than myself but for now this is ideal for just me! The price is great too! |
simple and convenient java
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| Review Date: April 30, 2004 |
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| A lot of my travel takes me to places where good coffee just isn't found (particulary a lot of former British colonies...). This little device is the solution. As easy to use and clean as almost any french press, although the filter screen does not unscrew from the plunger rod. In a perfect world you wouldn't brew coffee in plastic/polycarbonate, but this carafe stands up to the banging around of travel, and you don't have to worry about finding broken glass shards when you open your suitcase upon arrival. Should be great for camping, too. |
Great for the office
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| Review Date: November 10, 2006 |
| Reviewer: Ann S. Skinner, Greenwood, SC United States |
Rather than drinking the regular Maxwell House, I bring my own blend of coffee, use the hot water from work and make my own in about 2 minutes. It makes just the right amount.
Unless you are used to French press, you may think the coffee is murky, but a little smudge in the bottom of my mug doesn't scare me. |
Freshest possible coffee and EASY to use
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| Review Date: August 28, 2005 |
| Reviewer: S. Albertini, Over here |
I've used coffee presses for years. They are practically idiot-proof. Reviewer "HW" is pressing the plunger down too fast and may not have stirred after adding the hot water to the grounds, that's all.
But the fun part is that they are utterly durable and reliable, and in this size, even portable. We have two at home and I have one at work. Each makes one perfectly sized mugful at a time.
The only time I have managed to break anything on a coffee press is when I put the glass in the dishwasher and it clonked up against something. Even then, Bodum often offers replacement glass.
Presses are even usable to steep tea (don't use the same press for both, but at this price, you can get a pair). |
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| Cuisinart Coffee On Demand Coffee Maker -- Black COD-4000BWSA |
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| Model: COD-4000BWSA
The Cuisinart Coffee On Demand introduces coffee without the carafe! The simple "press to serve" level allows you to dispense coffee cup by cup from the double-wall reservoir, ensuring that your coffee is always hot. Coffee GaugeTM on the front of the unit lets you know how many cups are remaining. This unit brews up to twelve 5 oz. cups at a time. |
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- Dispenses one cup at a time with an easy-to-use actuator
- Fully programmable with 24-hour advance brew start, programmable auto shutoff and 1-4 cups setting
- Charcoal water filter, Removable coffee reservoir for easy cleanup, Removable drip tray under coffee dispenser, Visible water level indicator
- Easy-to-read Coffee GaugeTM lets you know how many cups of coffee are left
- Double-wall coffee reservoir holds enough for twelve 5 oz. cups of coffee
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Works fine, just one wish list item
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| Review Date: January 12, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Panga, Heartland, USA |
| This is a great coffee maker overall. I'd love to see a stainless holding tank for the coffee in the next generation. It's certainly convenient! Just load the coffee maker with water, looking at the convenient gauge on the side for the right level. A little trick that many people do not seem to understand is that the coffee reservoir pulls out and doubles as a water pitcher. See the pouring spout? Yep, that's it! Add your basket (which takes a normal #4 filter), coffee, and turn the left knob to 'brew'. Turn the right knob to 'on'. The Cuisinart beeps when the coffee is ready. Push the lever, and get your drink on! This coffee maker is fast, makes very good coffee, and keeps it hot without the burnt taste. Want it ready at a certain time? No problem. The clock is easy to set, the auto on works well. The empty/full gauge is a very appealing feature. |
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| Review Date: February 23, 2010 |
| Reviewer: L. Prokop, Warren, |
| This is my third COD. I really like it a lot. Unfortunately none have lasted more than 1 year. Not a very good track record but, I like that there is no carafe to break and eventually have to replace. |
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| Review Date: August 11, 2009 |
| Reviewer: School Nurse Cindy, WV |
| I've had this style of coffee maker for almost two years now. Despite the fact that it just died from causes unknown, I'd suggest this item to those who do not like the burnt taste that most coffee makers leave behind after a short time. (I'm ordering a new one!) I've experimented with many brands, sizes, & types and this one rules. There are a few drawbacks. The water spillage issue that one reviewer mentioned is true, however I figured out what it took after a few pots. The amount of space given for cups does not allow you to fill large cups, travel mugs, or carafes easily. You must remove the drip tray for that function. Lastly, I think cuisinart would do well to add a light near the cup area because I've found that you cannot see the fluid level early in the morning when the lights are low. But that is just me. |
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| Review Date: March 13, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Christopher J. Morton, Altadena, CA |
| This is my second Cuisinart "Coffee on Demand." This makes a great cup of coffee weather it's 2 cups or 12 cups. I placed my order at the beginning of the week and today (Saturday) it arrives Yah. And as I opened it with excitement ready to make me a good cup of coffee, I was soon disappointed. I ordered it in black, I was tired of the stainless steal look; and disliked the fingerprints I was continually wiping off. I was so looking forward to the black one. I rechecked my order to make sure I ordered the right one, and yes, I did. The Cuisinart Coffee On Demand Coffee Maker -- Black COD-4000BWSA]]. I'm bummed, why couldn't they get it right. I miss not being able to talk to a real live person to make sure this doesn't happen again. But, alas there is NO ONE, NO 800 # Nothing. My dilemma, to return or not to return. |
Even a kid can pour
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| Review Date: January 4, 2010 |
| Reviewer: clementine, Chicago, IL USA |
| We like this model because we are lazy and always asking our kids to pour us a refill. This way they don't have to pick up a glass carafe and pour and put back on a burner. Also, it doesn't have that "sat on the burner too long" taste to it. When filling the reservoir, we use tap water from the sink via the squirter, right into the little hole. Clearly, we are not coffee purists, but it tastes like a good cup to us. |
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