I want to know why it takes almost twice the amount of coffee to get a nice medium cup brewed.
477204
Friend... I use 3 level 1/8 cup scoops of coffee to get the results that I like... You can use as much or little as you wish to get the results for your taste.
477205
we do add a bit more coffee but not too much. I do see what you mean. But we have had other brands and they all seem to be the same
477206
I've had this coffee maker for quite some time and I've never had that issue. We currently make Dunkin Donuts at home and we use the same amount we used when brewing other brands. My father's is the same model and was purchased earlier this year, but he doesn't seem to have that issue. There is an option on the maker to make it regular strength or to make it strong...maybe you want to try that?
1687425
I usually add 2 spoonful (included spoon) of ground (close to espresso) coffee and proceed as instructed to make 2 cups.I usually boil 2-3 cups of water =-add enough water to make coffee and top it after to 2 cups. Coffee is great
793573
I normally make a 12 cup brew, and it takes about the same time, so I'm not sure why your 2 cup brew would be as long?? My theory is to make 12 cups at one time, and microwave the coffee in my cup for the next couple days, but if you have an aversion to that, it actually doesn't change the flavor! I can't imagine that a 2 cup brew would take as long as a 12 cup brew, but maybe it's inherent in the brewing process??
1083799
My wife brews the coffee every morning and It usually takes me about half an hour or more until I am ready for mine. The coffee is still steaming hot for me.
1127378
All you have to do is add more coffee. or if you prefer add less coffee for a lighter cup.
1500796
I use a medium grind. I prefer Peet's coffee and buy it from the grocery already ground and that consistency always works well. I prefer a strong cup of coffee so I add a bit more than I do when brewing for guests.
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Not sure how to explain this..... There are two variables.....the amount of water and the amount of beans. If let's say you put in water to the "6" line but set the GRIND CONTROL (button in the middle) to 2 you will have 6 cups (small ones) of very weak coffee because the machine will allow all of the water to go through. On the other end of the spectrum you could put in water to the '2' line but set the GRIND CONTROL to 8 and get two (small) cups of VERY strong coffee. There are two more things to consider..... There is another control that allows you to set the strength and if I am not mistaken it controls the amount of coffee that is ground. AND of course there is the coffee itself!!! Dark roasted will make a stronger cup of coffee. It is truly easy once you try it a few times to determine the setting that you prefer. Personally I buy a medium roast and add a small amount of French Roast to it. I like to blend the two. To decide the amount of water I poured water into my mug and then into the water well to see what level it comes to. Each mug is ONE cup of coffee to me but reads more like two in the water well. I do hope this has been helpful. BTW I do love my coffee and this coffee maker.
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In about a year of daily coffee making with about 9-13 TB per pot, I have only had grounds come though 1 or 2 times. The reason it came through that time was because there was some finer grinds mixed in and i forced it without giving it time for the grounds to settle.
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I usually only fill it 3/4 full with grounds. Also I think it depends on what type of reusable cup you use with it. If you can't seal it good before the brewing starts, that might contribute to your issue too. Good luck!
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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.
1739598
You can create a bolder brew with a "strong" setting - I use a refillable adaptor so I brew the strength I want (cheaper, too because I can buy packaged coffee)
1050870
Try using a most coarse grind and more coffee. i use 70 grams per pot, which is almost 9 grams per cup.
1826778
In my experience it is best to make only one cup at a time because I like strong coffee so you will want the double dose to go into one cup.
1580812
I was asked to answer this, but I never did figure that one out. I usually just adjust the amount of coffee or water. Perhaps this is a question for the manufacturer to answer. I do like the fact that this coffeemaker has a thermostat and never burns the coffee, thus the coffee it brews is pretty good.
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I drink 2 8oz. cups in the am. I like it strong. I grind my beans on medium and use about 1/2 cup. I fill my mug (2 cup) with very hot water and add it to the medium ground coffee (recommended for French press coffee) in the press. It steeps for 5-10 min. Then I slowly push the plunger down, close the strainer at the bottom and slowly pour the coffee into my mug. Be sure to turn the solid part of the lid to the opposite side. ENJOY>
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I put two scoops of coffee in the filter for each cup of coffee. It pretty much fills the whole filter inside the pod. Once I put the cap on I give the bottom where the spring is a little push to compact the coffee then brew at the larger cup setting. Makes a great cup every time! Maybe it's the type of coffee or the amount you're using?
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Go big or go home, you can always use less water and coffee. I had the 6 cup and I had to brew 3 of them in order to receive my daily caffeine fix. The coffee was outstanding but waiting for it to brew was about a 15-20 minute wait.