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3/16/2012

Krups Precision 12 Cup Coffee Maker Review

Krups Precision 12 Cup Coffee Maker
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I believe that Krupps Coffeemakers make the best coffee.Mine was over ten year old and needed replacement.I didn't like the all metal look of the Coffeemakers on Amazon and was glad when they came out with this black one.It truly makes good coffee and it looks nice too.My main complaint is the water fill tank in the back is small and hard to hit the right spot without spilling (see photo). This is why I didn't give it five stars. The level indicator is also rather hard to see, and I have to guess as to how full it is.It seems like all Krupps Carafe's dribble a bit, but I am used to that by now.I still really like it, even with it's faults.

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Product Description:
With its sleek black housing and stainless-steel accents, this 12-cup coffeemaker not only looks great on the counter, but it also provides an array of convenient features. Enjoy easy reading and programming thanks to its uniquely angled upward-facing control panel and LCD screen. In addition, dual auto-on presets make it possible to wake up to the smell of freshly brewed coffee before work in the morning, as well as at a later time when sleeping in on the weekends. A 12-cup glass carafe comes included, complete with a stay-cool handle and drip-free spout for graceful serving. Other highlights include an aroma selection for brewing smaller batches; an oversized showerhead for improved extraction; a push-button, soft-open lid and auto-lift brew basket; DuoFilter water filtration, and automatic shut-off for safety. The coffeemaker measures approximately 9 by 7-4/5 by 12-4/5 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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2/25/2012

Krups FME2-14 12-Cup Coffeemaker with Glass Carafe, Black Review

Krups FME2-14 12-Cup Coffeemaker with Glass Carafe, Black
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I was a little concerned about opening up shop away from home, 3 states away, and having to leave my tried and true Krups Pro Aroma behind. Granted, its an 8 year old model, but it made a great cup of coffee, and I had mastered the fairly simple interface for programming and setup.

In my search, I read a LOT of negative reviews about the new Krups product family. Really not a surprise cause even the Pro Aroma had its many quirks, but still.....the coffee. So, after reading a bunch of bad reviews on Braun, Mr Coffee, Cuisinart, and Krups coffeemakers, I figured $60 was worth the risk to plunk down on this model. My first impression when I opened the box was that the coffemaker was solid and well constructed, but that the carafe was too light and thinly formed. But after two weeks of use I really cant find anything to complain about.

Yes, the carafe is very light, but I like it. And it pours well with no drips. I havent yet attempted to program the machine cause thats not a necessity for me, but hit the "ON" button and in about 5 minutes you have a fast, hot, and extraordinarily flavored pot of coffee. And this is honestly the best coffee I've ever had from this machine, even much better than my old Pro Aroma from the same manufacturer.

I dont know how Krups does it, and I dont care, this machine is just one of the best on the market today, and probably thee best when we're talking about the quality of the end result...which is all that matters. 5 beans

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Product Description:
Combining appealing and distinctive design with a powerful, fully programmable brewing system, this 1100-watt coffeemaker provides fast and efficient brewing. The unit features a cascading brew head that delivers a shower of hot water to ensure even extraction, while its flavor-control aroma switch maximizes flavor--perfect when brewing smaller amounts. Even more, the coffeemaker's bright-blue, illuminated LED control panel makes it easy to program the clock and timer, which allows for waking up to the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and offers automatic shut-off options (from one to five hours). A glass carafe comes included, complete with a stay-cool handle and a drip-free pour spout. For sneaking a quick cup of coffee midbrew, simply remove the carafe from the machine to pause the flow of coffee, then replace the carafe to continue the brewing process--a nice feature, particularly for those in a hurry for that first sip. Other highlights include a 60-ounce water reservoir, an empty water-reservoir detection function that shuts the unit off automatically if empty, an audible "ready" signal at the end of the brewing cycle, and a DuoFilter water-filtration system that removes chlorine for better-tasting coffee and helps reduces mineral deposits for longer machine life. The sleek-looking coffeemaker measures 10-1/2 by 8-1/2 by 13-3/4 inches.

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1/05/2012

KRUPS KM4065, 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, Stainless Steel Review

KRUPS KM4065, 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, Stainless Steel
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Krups KM4065 12-Cup Stainless-Steel Coffeemaker

This review is for the Krups KM 4065 coffeemaker. I believe this is the first of a new line of coffeemakers designed Bjorn Dahlstrom.At the moment, this coffeemaker is not on the Krups website and there is little information available on the web. I've only had it for a couple of days so here are my initial thoughts.

Pros:
1. Looks fantastic
2. Seems reasonably well built and the top door opens and closes smoothly
3. This has a different water gauge from the FM series and it works well and is easy to read (no bubbles).
4. I've filled the reservoir from both a Brita pitcher and from the included carafe without spillage. (That said the fill area is at the back near the door hinge)
5. Uses #4 Filters
6. Makes a great cup of coffee
7. The included carafe pours well

Cons:
1. Pricey for a unit without a thermal carafe
2. Programming is non-intuitive and a little frustrating
3. Manual could be a lot better
4. Like most stainless steel appliances, fingerprints may be an issue if you are not careful
5. Durability of main button to open top lid remains to be determined
6. Carafe seems a little light and the cover flimsy

Overall, I am very pleased with this beautiful coffeemaker.It looks like the design changes have addressed the water gauge issue with the FM series and so far I've had no leaks.The carafe works well so coffee spillage is not a problem and most importantly my initial experience is that this machine makes good coffee.

I have deducted one star due to the fact I've only had it 2 days and can't attest to the long-term durability of the unit and it is a little pricey compared to competing units.

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Product Description:
Attractively housed in brushed stainless steel, this 12-cup coffeemaker not only looks great on the counter, but it also provides an array of convenient features. Enjoy easy reading and programming thanks to its uniquely angled upward-facing control panel and LCD screen with a high-contrast black-on-white display. In addition, dual auto-on presets make it possible to wake up to the smell of freshly brewed coffee before work in the morning, as well as at a later time when sleeping in on the weekends. A sturdy 12-cup glass carafe comes included, complete with a plastic lid, generous stay-cool handle, and drip-free spout for graceful serving.Other highlights include an aroma selection for brewing smaller batches; an oversized showerhead for improved extraction; a push-button, soft-open lid and auto-lift brew basket; duo-filter water filtration, and automatic shut-off for safety. The coffeemaker measures 9 by 8 by 12-4/5 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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9/18/2011

Hourglass Cold Brew Coffee Maker System Review

Hourglass Cold Brew Coffee Maker System
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If you already love the smooth taste of cold brewed coffee, you will never go back to brewing coffee after using this machine.For too long, I made cold brewed coffee by putting grounds and water in a big jar and then straining it through coffee filters.I ended up with as much coffee on the kitchen counter as I did in my cup.The hourglass cold brew system is a delight.It's made from BPA free plastic and is simple and clean to use.All you do is measure the grounds and water into one of the brew chambers and then let it sit on your counter for 12 hours.When done, you simply turn it over and the grounds stay in the brew chamber and the coffee runs into the second brew chamber.Done!No mess!The directions say you can re-use the grounds if you put more water in right away.I've done this every time and the second batch tastes just as good as the first.All in all, I think by using the grounds twice, the system becomes quite economical.I read the reviews of the other systems and decided to spring for the Hourglass because even though it is more expensive, it seems to have addressed the issues that other reviewers complained about (no lid on the fridge container, plastic, etc.)This machine is worth every penny.See [...].

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The Hourglass Cold Brew Coffee Maker System brews healthier coffee easily with no cords and no electricity required. Cold-brewed coffee produces a coffee extract with 69.9 percent less acid than hot-brewed coffee in certified lab tests, so it's easier on the stomach. The smooth, rich tasting coffee extract stays fresh in the refrigerator for 2 weeks, so you can just add hot water for a fast, convenient cup anytime. Portable and rugged, the coffee maker is BPA free and comes with a lifetime stainless-steel filter.

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6/12/2011

Toddy T2N Cold Brew System Review

Toddy T2N Cold Brew System
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This thing makes the most wonderful coffee.I am an admitted coffee snob but was suffering from the acid in the coffee I drank.It all ended with this set up.It makes great coffee that is so darn much easier on your system.
It is not without its minor flaws, however.It is a bit more expensive to make coffee this way.Clean up is a bitdifficult.The rim of the plastic upper part could be an inch taller.
I am going to tell how I approached each of those problems, it seems to work well for me.
In using the full pound of coffee and 72 ounces of water called for (It soaks for 12 hours per instructions) the top container is filled to the very brim...water and grounds are easily spilled over the top when pressing the grounds down (again per instructions) to assure uniform wetness.
I now use about 75% of a pound of coffee and 90% of the water called for. I place a #4 basket filter over the round Toddy filter to make for a better flow at the end of the process.I leave it all for about 30 hours and it is at least as strong as that obtained by following the instructions provided.Remember...this is not an exact science!I get more cups of coffee per pound this way and also have much easier clean up and less mess in the making.With the coffee and water mixture about an inch below the top of the container, one simply does not make the spills normally encountered.
When done, I let the concentrate run into the carafe per instructions, but then press the outsides of the grounds and then the center to get all the concentrate out...I do this twice.A surprisingamount of extra concentrate is saved in this fashion.I then remove the carafe,place a plastic bag over the top of upper unit and invert itinto the bag.The round filter is right at the top and I can easily pick itout.
In the sink I have placed a very large bowl (I use a stainless one) and rinse the parts that need it into the bowl.The grounds do not get away or get down my drain.When done I can just toss the bowl of water and grounds rinsed from the filter, etc. into my back yard and the clean up is basically complete.

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Designed to brew coffee with 67-percent less acid than coffee made with hot brew methods, the Toddy Cold Brew System also makes tea, hot or cold. The patented cold brew system uses regular coffee beans to create a super smooth cup of steaming hot coffee as is often found in major coffee houses, but with no electricity required. The set includes a brewing container with handle, glass decanter with lid, two reusable filters, one rubber stopper, a set of instructions, and a recipe guide. Get more out of your coffee beans, since the coffee concentrate stays fresh for up to three weeks.

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