Coffee Maker Buying Tips
Written by drbob on November 24, 2011 – 11:06 pm -Sure, single-serve coffeemakers sound convenient, but you're also committing to a lifetime of buying pods or capsules to use with the device -- likely for more than the cost of pre-ground coffee. Also, if you like your coffee extra-strong, a single serve model is not the best choice. • Many machines are programmable so if you like to have your coffee brewed and waiting for you, keep an eye out for this convenient feature. • Some machines have built-in grinders that grind whole beans, dispense them into the filter basket and then brew coffee. It's a convenient option if you like to use whole beans, however they tend to be bigger and bulkier and can limit the amount of coffee you can use for brewing. • If you frequently entertain, consider... more
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Best Standard Coffee Maker: Cuisinart Brew Central DCC-1200
Written by drbob on September 22, 2010 – 10:55 pm -The Cuisinart Brew Central DCC-1200 is the best standard coffee maker, according to reviews. Critics say this automatic-drip machine is much better than a basic, low-priced coffee maker, thanks to its durability, excellent coffee and features, which include a small-batch setting, a programmable timer and an adjustable-temperature hot plate. Owners say the nice-looking Cuisinart Brew Central is easy to clean. It also comes with an unusually long three-year warranty. Coffee connoisseurs might want to consider the Newco OCS-8 (*est. $140), which makes exceptional coffee and is one of the small number of home machines that can brew at the optimal temperature of 200 degrees Fahrenheit. The OCS-8 has a thermal carafe, which does a great job of preserving... more
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