#1Nov 17th, 2009
Looking for good coffee machine
#2
Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 17th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by Liberalman
A Bodum or similar French Press coffee maker makes the best coffee. No electricity needed. Steep 5 minutes and push down the screened plunger and voila! excellent coffee. I have used one for decades.Anybody know of a good coffee machine out on todays market?
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#3
Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 17th, 2009
What sort of coffee are you looking to make?
We had a good Cuisinart drip type machine, it was great until the clock died, and it would shut off soon after brewing a pot.
We now have a Krups something, which is a good machine, but the carafe is prone to dripping when you pour water into it.
I like the Bodum units, but with them the coffee isn't ready when you get out of bed.
We have one of those Tassimo type machines at work, I don't think it makes very good coffee, but for work, it's better than a pot of 4 hour old coffee.
We had a good Cuisinart drip type machine, it was great until the clock died, and it would shut off soon after brewing a pot.
We now have a Krups something, which is a good machine, but the carafe is prone to dripping when you pour water into it.
I like the Bodum units, but with them the coffee isn't ready when you get out of bed.
We have one of those Tassimo type machines at work, I don't think it makes very good coffee, but for work, it's better than a pot of 4 hour old coffee.
#4
Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 17th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by Liberalman
Mostly it depends on what you want to spend on one. If you are not looking for an expensive coffee maker, stay away from Black and Decker. Their coffee pot pours like a sieve. It also depends on what you like. I had a nice one made by Hamilton Beach which I now use in our travel trailer. I loved it because it has a removable pot if necessary but otherwise, all we had to do was press our cup against a button to pour one cup. My problem with it is that the coffee sits in plastic the whole time and I like the taste of coffee that sits either in a glass pot or a glass lined thermal pot. Other things to watch for are - does it have a timer if you like one and most important to me in regard to timers, is - does it have an automatic shut-off. I like to know that if I leave my house in a hurry, and forget to shut things off, it will be okay. So - check the spout (B & D has a squared off spout), check the timers and also, check the number of cups it makes. If you entertain often, a 10 cup pot can be a nusiance - go for the 12.Anybody know of a good coffee machine out on todays market?
#5
Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 17th, 2009
Personally speaking - I don't like Bodum coffee or tea. For coffee I don't like the taste or the mess. I make my coffee the night before but I don't set a timer for wake up time because our shifts are all over the map. I still get the pot ready though so all I have to do in the morning is push the on button.
#6
Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 17th, 2009
We use French press mostly (Bodem). We have a DeLonghi espresso machine, too though. Also a Braun drip coffee maker we use for when company comes. Our percolator (Corningware) is in the cupboard and it makes slightly better coffee than the press, but it uses more energy than the kettle.
#7
Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 17th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by VanIsle
Krupps make a great product.Mostly it depends on what you want to spend on one. If you are not looking for an expensive coffee maker, stay away from Black and Decker. Their coffee pot pours like a sieve. It also depends on what you like. I had a nice one made by Hamilton Beach which I now use in our travel trailer. I loved it because it has a removable pot if necessary but otherwise, all we had to do was press our cup against a button to pour one cup. My problem with it is that the coffee sits in plastic the whole time and I like the taste of coffee that sits either in a glass pot or a glass lined thermal pot. Other things to watch for are - does it have a timer if you like one and most important to me in regard to timers, is - does it have an automatic shut-off. I like to know that if I leave my house in a hurry, and forget to shut things off, it will be okay. So - check the spout (B & D has a squared off spout), check the timers and also, check the number of cups it makes. If you entertain often, a 10 cup pot can be a nusiance - go for the 12.
#8
Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 17th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by Goober
I agree but they can be a tad on the pricey side.Krupps make a great product.
#9
Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 17th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by Liberalman
Anybody know of a good coffee machine out on todays market?
What's your budget? That's the biggest determining factor....
I'm quite happy with my Black & Decker Coffee Maker. I think it
cost me a whole $13 retail, & has lasted for about 6yrs so far.
Last edited by Ron in Regina; Nov 17th, 2009 at 04:54 PM..Reason: Forgot the picture....
#10
Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 17th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by Ron in Regina
They changed the pot Ron. It now has a square pouring slot and it pours all over the counter. When I pour coffee I have to do it over the sink or be prepared to clean up a huge mess. (not to mention the spilled coffee we don't get to drink because of it.What's your budget? That's the biggest determining factor....
I'm quite happy with my Black & Decker Coffee Maker. I think it
cost me a whole $13 retail, & has lasted for about 6yrs so far.
I was in Costco today and they had a really nice one on for about $48.00 but I cannot remember the brand. It was a good name though. I considered buying it myself but I was short on time (it's a kidlet day today) so I will check it out again.
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Nov 17th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by VanIsle
Actually, just bought the "Oster" pot from Costco in the last couple of weeks, if that is the pot VI, then I suggest you skip it. Leaks all over when you pour it also.They changed the pot Ron. It now has a square pouring slot and it pours all over the counter. When I pour coffee I have to do it over the sink or be prepared to clean up a huge mess. (not to mention the spilled coffee we don't get to drink because of it.
I was in Costco today and they had a really nice one on for about $48.00 but I cannot remember the brand. It was a good name though. I considered buying it myself but I was short on time (it's a kidlet day today) so I will check it out again.
#12
Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 17th, 2009
Our Braun doesn't dribble when you pour with it. 
#14
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Nov 17th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by Liberalman
A word of advice. Don't spend 20 or even 50 bucks on a coffee maker. Alwayz spend at least a 100 bucks. Anybody know of a good coffee machine out on todays market?
I've had those cheapies before and they ARE A FIRE HAZARD. I left coffee warming in the pot once, zipped to the store, came back and coffee maker was JUST getting engulfed in flames! A melted, white plastic mess!
This is the like the one I got right here, spent $120 I think.
#15
Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 17th, 2009
The machine I use every day is the Tim Hortons coffee maker it works its fast and
the coffee tastes good
the coffee tastes good
#16
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Nov 17th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by karrie
I got a percolator coffee maker for camping. Makes better coffee than my conventional one at home.I like my french press.
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#17
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Nov 18th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by lindyloo646
I'm not positive that was the one but it might be. Thanks for letting me know. I'm so glad I didn't make a snap decision and just buy it. Costco is good about taking things back and if I was you - I would take it back. I've been putting up with this leaky pot for close to a year. I keep looking at different pots but cannot decide which one I want. We both loved our Hamilton Beach except for the coffee sitting in plastic. Maybe one day they'll put out a pot that is glass lined in the same model.Actually, just bought the "Oster" pot from Costco in the last couple of weeks, if that is the pot VI, then I suggest you skip it. Leaks all over when you pour it also.
#18
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Nov 18th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by alleywayzalwayz
It appears to be SS with a glass liner. Is it? I've looked at that pot in London Drugs. I remembered that one glass lined pot we had was great as long as we drank the coffee immediately. There was no heat under the pot so unless we pre-warmed the pot before we brewed, we had one cup of hot and then cold coffee.A word of advice. Don't spend 20 or even 50 bucks on a coffee maker. Alwayz spend at least a 100 bucks.
I've had those cheapies before and they ARE A FIRE HAZARD. I left coffee warming in the pot once, zipped to the store, came back and coffee maker was JUST getting engulfed in flames! A melted, white plastic mess!
This is the like the one I got right here, spent $120 I think.
#19
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Nov 18th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by VanIsle
I lived in Europe for nearly 10 years and loved European coffee - Krupps is worth it - then it depends upon how much you enjoy something - then the $ are what makes the difference -I agree but they can be a tad on the pricey side.
#20
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Nov 18th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by Goober
VII lived in Europe for nearly 10 years and loved European coffee - Krupps is worth it - then it depends upon how much you enjoy something - then the $ are what makes the difference -
PS
If you can find an old pyrex glass coffe percolator - go for it - better than the drip kind - also the coffee type - If you have a friend that ever drives back from Mexicco ask them to bring a large bag of beans back - roast and grind them as you use - MMMMMMMMM Good
and never erer store coffee in the freezer. Dries it out and removes that flavor -
Also try adding some freshly ground beans to your mix - a little here and there - before you know it you can have gourmet coffee - also in NA the coffee sucks -
#21
Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 18th, 2009
I have 3 different types of coffee which I make at home; The first is with a Bodum set, which includes the coffee cups we saw years ago on Star Trek: The Next Generation. My second option is with a machine produced by Philips called Senseo.. excellent coffee. Thirdly if I'm craving coffee after 5:30pm, I make Nescafé Decaf Instant.
The Bodum with Star Trek cups:
The Philips Senseo one- or two cup coffee maker:
And finally the instant coffee:
When I lived in Canada, I had a Krups espresso and cappuccino maker which my brother and his room mate are now enjoying the use of.. I can't recommend this brand more. It looked something like this, but not exactly:
For espresso machines, make sure it's NOT steam-powered pressure. I went through 3 cheapo machines which were all returned to the store because they made such crappy espresso.
The Bodum with Star Trek cups:
The Philips Senseo one- or two cup coffee maker:
And finally the instant coffee:
When I lived in Canada, I had a Krups espresso and cappuccino maker which my brother and his room mate are now enjoying the use of.. I can't recommend this brand more. It looked something like this, but not exactly:
For espresso machines, make sure it's NOT steam-powered pressure. I went through 3 cheapo machines which were all returned to the store because they made such crappy espresso.
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Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 18th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by Andem
Had a similiar type that I bought at Canex when staioned in Germany - 110 volt - love cappucino - Myself I use a heavy cream - heat the cups and a little baileys at the bottom - proper frothing of course and throw that sprinkle crap out the window - good chocolate ( european) also is tasty as hell - I have 3 different types of coffee which I make at home; The first is with a Bodum set, which includes the coffee cups we saw years ago on Star Trek: The Next Generation. My second option is with a machine produced by Philips called Senseo.. excellent coffee. Thirdly if I'm craving coffee after 5:30pm, I make Nescafé Decaf Instant.
The Bodum with Star Trek cups:
The Philips Senseo one- or two cup coffee maker:
And finally the instant coffee:
When I lived in Canada, I had a Krups espresso and cappuccino maker which my brother and his room mate are now enjoying the use of.. I can't recommend this brand more. It looked something like this, but not exactly:
For espresso machines, make sure it's NOT steam-powered pressure. I went through 3 cheapo machines which were all returned to the store because they made such crappy espresso.
When i was in Bosnia an emloyee -tranlstor and i stopped at this place where you had ice cream in your coffee - about the size of a NA style soup bowl - delicious -
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Nov 18th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by alleywayzalwayz
yeah, those are among my faves too. And, it has the added bonus of being your kettle and all in one. But, both are ways of drinking coffee that will still have fine particulate and the oils in it. Not everyone likes that. I got a percolator coffee maker for camping. Makes better coffee than my conventional one at home.
Like this:
Low tech, minimum electricity is the way to go, imo. The fewer things to go wrong, the better.
#24
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Nov 18th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by Goober
If you're after European style coffee, instead of Canada's somewhat tea-like version of coffee, then head down to any European immigrant centre in the nearest city. - also in NA the coffee sucks -
Little Italy here in Edmonton is where I go. I simply found the bar with the largest gathering of serious looking Italian businessmen, and voila! Coffee to die for.
In Calgary, there is a coffee shop downtown (Kawa) run by a Polish chap from a family I know. PHENOMENAL coffee.
The key is immigration.
#25
Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 18th, 2009
I mentioned Kicking Horse Coffee earlier, they have a couple types that are definitely not for tea drinkers. And the company comes from Invermere BC near the AB/BC border.
I think it's Nelson BC where OSO Negro Coffee is at, too.
I think it's Nelson BC where OSO Negro Coffee is at, too.
#26
Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 18th, 2009
I have yet to find the right brand of Kicking Horse I guess. I simply can't find a roast of theirs that is worth the ridiculous price it costs here in Edmonton.
Who was it that went on a rant the other day about companies exploiting peoples' willingness to 'buy Canadian'? They have hit me as that so far.
Who was it that went on a rant the other day about companies exploiting peoples' willingness to 'buy Canadian'? They have hit me as that so far.
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Nov 18th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by karrie
Yeah, it is a bit pricey. About $14/pound, same with Oso Negro's coffee. Unfortunately, in this lil old rural area, we don't get a lot of European coffees and I doubt they'd be much cheaper if we did.I have yet to find the right brand of Kicking Horse I guess. I simply can't find a roast of theirs that is worth the ridiculous price it costs here in Edmonton.
Who was it that went on a rant the other day about companies exploiting peoples' willingness to 'buy Canadian'? They have hit me as that so far.
#28
Re: Looking for good coffee machine
Nov 18th, 2009
IMO, one can't beat perked or steamed coffee, but coffee made in French presses is almost the same and kettles don't use near as much energy as stovetops or drips/electric perks.
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Nov 18th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by karrie
What I don't understand is why a cup of amazing cappuccino costs 0.80€ in Italy but it costs 4.00$ in Canada!If you're after European style coffee, instead of Canada's somewhat tea-like version of coffee, then head down to any European immigrant centre in the nearest city.
Little Italy here in Edmonton is where I go. I simply found the bar with the largest gathering of serious looking Italian businessmen, and voila! Coffee to die for.
In Calgary, there is a coffee shop downtown (Kawa) run by a Polish chap from a family I know. PHENOMENAL coffee.
The key is immigration.
#30
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Nov 18th, 2009Quote: Originally Posted by alleywayzalwayz
That's what we had, except with the glass carafe. Worked great for 5 years. I liked it until the clock went whacky; it would shut off after brewing a pot. When I'd get my morning coffee, it had always shut itself off, and the coffee was lukewarm.A word of advice. Don't spend 20 or even 50 bucks on a coffee maker. Alwayz spend at least a 100 bucks.
I've had those cheapies before and they ARE A FIRE HAZARD. I left coffee warming in the pot once, zipped to the store, came back and coffee maker was JUST getting engulfed in flames! A melted, white plastic mess!
This is the like the one I got right here, spent $120 I think.
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