I know it makes one cup each time, so my question is how much time is needed between each cup ?? what if we have 5 freinds how long will it take ??
636225
It doesn't need time to reset or reset between cups. You can brew consecutive cups without waiting; However, for 5 cups you will probably need to start with a full tank of water.
636226
No time at all. It is ready to go with the next cup as soon as it is done with the last one.
636227
You can make the cups back to back until you run our of water in the tank. No time needed between cups.
636228
(edited after I timed each step) It grinds before each cup in about 5s, compacts in 4s, then brews right away in about 35s for a long coffee, espresso is faster. It's then ready for the next cup. So your friends won't have to wait long, and the first coffee will definitely be plenty hot by the time the 5th coffee is served!
636229
The amount of coffee is limited to 10grams, and the amount of water (in seconds) is programmable. The amount of time to cycle out the old puck and grind coffee for another cup s approximately 10 seconds. So, for a cup of coffee it takes about a minute. This is really more of a personal coffee maker....if you're looking to make 5 cups of coffee you'd have to refill the water reservoir several times. In my opinion....you should look for a higher capacity unit.
636230
it will take no time per coffee depending on the size and if you have to refill the water container. but have to warn you that we had to send our machine for repair 3 times because it would lock up
636231
Hi,It takes roughly 40 to 45 seconds for the machine to grind, brew, and pour your espresso after you press the button. The machine is ready to make another shot immediately after. So with 5 friends, you could probably make 5 cups in less than 5 minutes. Just make sure the machine stays filled with whole beans and water. I hope this helps.
636232
each shot takes a bit less than 30 seconds so if you need two shots a person, it will take five minutes.
636233
I've not specifically timed it but it makes a cup in 20-30 seconds I'd guess, which includes the grind and delivery time. I've had multiple people want a cup and I see it as no big deal.
1877889
It will vary on the size of cup you choose and the steeping time you choose. The steeping time is controlled by the "flavor" setting. The amount of coffee that is ground is controlled by the "strength" setting. I brew the largest mug (which is about 4 cups* of coffee) into my carafe. It takes a good 10 minutes. The clock changes to a count down meter to tell you how long before it is done. If I were to tell the machine to brew 4 cups into the Carafe using the carafe setting and not changing anything on the flavor or strength setting, it would brew in just a couple of minutes (about 5, I never really timed it) but it will grind much more coffee because it is not using the steep process. Because there are no standardized cups, this assumes every cup of coffee is 5oz. Not in my book, probably not yours either. You've got to hand it to Breville, their coffee maker is smarter than we are. I believe they have thought of everything for this model and it makes wonderful coffee. Better than any restaurant, hotel, casino, coffee house. It's not a coffee maker you're just able to take out of the box and get it right the first time. Once you adjust your thinking as to what the "flavor" and "strength" setting do, you'll discover your utopia. You will have to experiment with it though. I was lucky, I found my "utopia" after just 3 tries. *the 4 cups is what the tank says it uses to brew my "mug" of coffee.
437747
You are not supposed to use just one cup. If you use it correctly, it might work. The minimum is .5 liters which is a little over two cups. So many people seem not to follow instructions
1839432
It stands with the same time limits - 3-4 minutes. If you want something quicker - try aeropress. It takes ~1.5 minutes for the cup.
1308244
I've had my diffuser for just about 10 days. I am on my 5th cup! I follow all of the instructions and have it on about 12 hours per day. 5-8pm on 50 minutes-2 hour setting and 8pm-6am on the 9 hour setting. I found a leak yesterday afternoon, replaced the cup, ran it over night on the 9 hour setting. When I got home from work, I put it on my regular 3 hour setting. Before bed, went to empty the cup and add a night blend - another hole. I LOVE this diffuser - maybe I got a REALLY BAD batch of cups....and now the site is out of replacement cups. I loved it so much, i ordered 6 more for my house and three as gifts. I'm hoping the new ones will have longer lasting cups. I've had my diffuser for just about 10 days. I am on my 5th cup! I follow all of the instructions and have it on about 12 hours per day. 5-8pm on 50 minutes-2 hour setting and 8pm-6am on the 9 hour setting. I found a leak yesterday afternoon, replaced the cup, ran it over night on the 9 hour setting. When I got home from work, I put it on my regular 3 hour setting. Before bed, went to empty the cup and add a night blend - another hole. I LOVE this diffuser - maybe I got a REALLY BAD batch of cups....and now the site is out of replacement cups. I loved it so much, i ordered 6 more for my... » Read More I've had my diffuser for just about 10 days. I am on my 5th cup! I follow all of the instructions and have it on about 12 hours per day. 5-8pm on 50 minutes-2 hour setting and 8pm-6am on the 9 hour setting. I found a leak yesterday afternoon, replaced the cup, ran it over night on the 9 hour setting. When I got home from work, I put it on my regular 3 hour setting. Before bed, went to empty the cup and add a night blend - another hole. I LOVE this diffuser - maybe I got a REALLY BAD batch of cups....and now the site is out of replacement cups. I loved it so much, i ordered 6 more for my house and three as gifts. I'm hoping the new ones will have longer lasting cups. « Show Less
386190
I have only used this for coffee and if you fill to 25 cups it takes about 25-30 minutes but once done it keeps the coffee perfectly hot.I use a timer for morning coffee and when I get up it is ready! Hope this helps!
458684
I timed it. From cold tap water, it started brewing in 20 seconds and completed with a 12-cupful carafe in just under 10 minutes. This was on the "regular" setting. "Bold" would of course take a little longer but probably not much.
970849
I don't know a couple of cups, but I don't comment more then a bit like a 1/4 cup at a time. You need to leave room for the frothing. It works really well and really fast if you just pour a bit at the bottom- not overloading it. (plus your arm won't hurt) My mistake was putting a lot....then the top froths quickly leaving the bottom to pour out. My recommendation is frothing a bit....it goes a long way anyways :)
381448
It makes 6 cups but if you fill the espresso cups to the brim like I do, you're lucky to get 4 cups. If you just want to make 1 cup, they do sell the 1 cup version as well.
1714472
Sorry for the delay!Over a medium heat, the coffee will only take about 5 minutes to brew. You'll know it's done when the gurgling stops.Your milk will have been heated enough so, just froth, pour and enjoy!! :-)
1233074
It takes about a min. It would be a hassle to serve 10 cups at a sitting. This machine is small so you'd have to add water & empty the grinds a few times.
1335514
It really only makes one cup at a time. I suppose you could make two, small weak cups of coffee - but I prefer mine strong - so it just makes one cup.
386191
It takes 20 minutes for it to brew 10 cups of coffee.... I read somewhere to figure 1 minute per cup, but that must kick in when doing a full or almost full urn.
1490961
It takes about 8 tablespoons to make 1/2 cup. May take little more than 16 tablespoons to make a cup. I don't level off the tablespoons.
1283556
10/26/2013YES! you can make one cup of coffee at a time. This is a fantastic dual cup coffee maker and I have been using it now for several months. I bought this coffee maker because my husband and I love a fresh cup on our way to work. Also, the mugs are perfect in size to take with you or use at home. The best part is that you definitely can make only one mug. It even comes with a coffee scoop. I would recommend this and buy it for a present too. Hope I helped.
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??
402641
You can make 5 to 7 cups easily. Personally, I find it does best when making 5 cups.