What am I doing wrong? I was so excited to buy this product based on the amazing review but whenever I use one my coffee is super weak.
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I use 8 oz of water and the flavor is okay, but I've switched to darker roast coffee because I like stronger flavor. I prefer Caza Trail Dark Roast or Green Mountain Dark Magic (very strong). Italian Roast in most brands is pretty good, too. Avoid Dunkin Donuts or Gloria Jeans if you don't want weak coffee, though.
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Machine will not operate with less than 6 oz of water. I've tried :-( With a single serve machine you really need a rich coffee. B'fast Blend is weak to begin with. And, the single serve machines do not give the water enough time to soak the grinds so the first water comes our almost clear [about half the cup] thereby producing a weak cup of coffee. My work-around is a coffee POD instead of a K-Cup. I put a JavaOne FRENCH ROAST POD in the My K-Cup and now get the best cup so far. French Roast is a richer coffee but not bitter; it translates well to a single serve machine. Result is a stronger, richer cup, but not too. When I put the pod in the My K Cup I put the pod seam to the sides, then I cut an "X" in the pod so the water can penetrate the pod and get to the grinds faster. Sounds complicated but it's really not at all. With pods, you can run them under water before inserting in the holder too [before cutting the "X" that is]. This will get the grinds lubed so when the water hits the coffee it's more ready to release it's flavor. Make sense? Pods are about 1/2 the price of the K Cups too, and the coffee selection is excellent.
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Do use more coffee grounds than suggested on the package. Also, if you still have your old coffee maker try that too. The newness of the coffee pot may also affect the taste.
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I would exchange your coffee maker! The one I have works just fine. In fact, I have to lessen the amount of coffee because it comes out too strong. --- I do use only the filter that comes with the unit.
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It will be too weak, coffee made using Aroma AEM 621SS is not strong at all.
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We use the default option with no complaints. Perhaps it's the coffee you're using? Or try brewing a larger size cup for a more dilute brew.
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We had the same experience. Our 10 year old one was a champ, and only decided to replace it because it was so old and grungy. This new one did not grind fine enough even on the tightest setting. We returned it to Capresso within a month or so for a replacement and the new one is no better. We eventually gave up and purchased a separate burr grinder so the Capresso is just an expensive Mr. Coffee at this point. No more Coffee Team products in our future, I'm afraid. We are really disappointed. Sorry you are having the same experience.
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Mine works beautifully and has since day one. Perhaps you are using a weaker blend of coffee it's self or are using a choice of cup too large for your particular brand of coffee. I find some of the breakfast blends are a weaker coffee flavor. Use a smaller cup choice when you brew. If that doesn't work may I suggest that you have gotten a coffee maker that just doesn't work properly. Even the best of man made products are not always perfect; I think they call them lemons, but that does not make them all lemons. Send it back and try another one, Kuerig is a very fair company and I am sure they will work with you. Hope this helps. Mine works beautifully and has since day one. Perhaps you are using a weaker blend of coffee it's self or are using a choice of cup too large for your particular brand of coffee. I find some of the breakfast blends are a weaker coffee flavor. Use a smaller cup choice when you brew. If that doesn't work may I suggest that you have gotten a coffee maker that just doesn't work properly. Even the best of man made products are not always perfect; I think they call them lemons, but that does not make them all lemons. Send it back and try another one, Kuerig is a very fair company and I am sure... » Read More Mine works beautifully and has since day one. Perhaps you are using a weaker blend of coffee it's self or are using a choice of cup too large for your particular brand of coffee. I find some of the breakfast blends are a weaker coffee flavor. Use a smaller cup choice when you brew. If that doesn't work may I suggest that you have gotten a coffee maker that just doesn't work properly. Even the best of man made products are not always perfect; I think they call them lemons, but that does not make them all lemons. Send it back and try another one, Kuerig is a very fair company and I am sure they will work with you. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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just to let u know,I was so disappointed in this,coffee maker, I threw it away! Coffee container sometimes wouldnt even pierce open so water went everywhere &if; it did pierce, the cup was full of watery coffee. To me, I should have got the Kuereg but thought I'd save $$$.First time I have ever had a bad experience here
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If it works fine with just water, then maybe you packed in the coffee too tightly. It might take some trial & error to get it right.
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I too, hate weak coffee. I know how to make 36 cups of coffee in this urn. I use 3 1/2 cups of ground coffee.I hope it works well for you.
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It sounds like you are either not using enough coffee, or you are using a filter, which is not needed. It takes at least 6 heaping tablespoons of coffee.
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We have the same problem. we have also tried the eco reuseable cups and have had no luck. we use them as emergency only because the coffee doesn't taste as good or as strong.
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make sure the cup that holds the coffee is in place.I threw mine out the first time I used it by mistake and had the same problem.
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I'm wondering if you are doing it right. A friend of ours was selling these when we first started using the Melitta at our cabin. He told us to pour a small amt of water over the grounds 1st. Then slowly pour the rest of the boiling water around the edge of the filter filled with coffee. Think you will find this makes stronger coffee.
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i love storng coffee and espresso. mine was too strong- but after 3 weeks it is perfect.maybe you are not putting the grind on the correct setting- also- best to use french roast, espresso beans- etc for strong flavors
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i love storng coffee and espresso. mine was too strong- but after 3 weeks it is perfect. maybe you are not putting the grind on the correct setting- also- best to use french roast, espresso beans- etc for strong flavors