Have the EZ k-cup and filter. Why am I getting such weak coffee? Keep trying but to me it is worthless. Am ready to try something new
643601
I place the filter in the pod, fill the filter with coffee and snap the lid on. I use the larger cup setting and it makes the coffee perfectly every time!
643602
Start with whole beans and grind them yourself. I have a burr grinder and set it for a fine grind. I only grind enough for several days. This way I get the freshest coffee every day. I fill the filter to about 1/4" from the top, but do not compact the grounds. This works great for me.
643603
we have had no problem with our coffee being weak. however we don't like our coffee real strong. I have no idea what kind of coffee you are using but if it is too weak for your taste you may want to try a bolder blend and make sure you are filling the EZ cup using two heaping teaspoons of the blend.
643604
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?
643605
After trying a couple of different coffee blends that did not seem to work and the coffee was extremely weak I found somewhere that you could try a finer grind. I have a tiny electric coffee grinder so I took the coffee that I already had and ground it some more and it worked! I think the answer is to grind the already ground coffee finer. In fact, my coffee is now very strong.
1081976
Your grind was probably too coarse. Try increasing it finer. Mine is set between espresso setting (maximum finest) and drip coffee grind. I too sometime wish it can be stronger, but Keurig+Ekobrew is more convenient than other method of brewing.
2082301
The first time i used mine i did taste that the coffee was weaker, but it has more to do with the distribution of the coffee grounds than anything. If you just dump your scoops of coffee in the middle without spreading them out you'll get weak coffee. I don't have this problem anymore, so just make sure you're using it right.
117799
Try grinding your coffee finer. The brew will be stronger without having to increase the amount of coffee.
715881
My sister has a senseo and I used those pods. Even the regular coffee pods came out nice! I was very surprised at how good the latte/cappucino pods were. Unfortunately my coffee machine is out of commision since there is a leak somewhere and the espresso button sticks. Have to send out to fix :(
1323801
Impossible on this machine.. That is one of reasons I sent it back.. Normal everyday coffee is not what you get.. Plus the"Kcups" are not all that readily available.It is an espresso machine.. and that is it. In my opinion not worth the money.
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Are you packing it? And how full? Oddly enough I think I remember it flowing a little better if it was more full. I keep mine pretty full for a stronger brew and haven't had too many problems. but I do notice that it brews inherently a little slower than a regular k-cup. I believe this could just be a design issue with the reusable cups. I've heard a similar complaint from others in the office with other brands.
598902
If your Keurig used standard K-cups, which I imagine it does, then the EZ-Cup and filters will work perfectly. Fill the cups completely, put the top filter paper down, making sure it aligns with the filter paper in the cup, then snap down the lid. Works great!
427961
Yea, that's what I bought it for, Kuerig K40. Works great with the EZ-cup filters. I use Maxwell house 1/2 café coffee in mine. So much cheaper than k-cup coffees. Very easy to use.
461106
I am having the same problem with the puck, and weak taste. I assumed that a $350 machine with high build quality would be designed for the enthusiast, not the amateur who wants easy espresso "crema" (reference to the pressurized porta filter). I am going to order the open filter which relies more on grind and tamp to create a real shot. Anything that is easy almost always introduces a compromise along the way.I replaced my broken EC100 (cheapo $125 unit) with this hoping for a real step up. On my old unit, I tore out the pin hole foam squirter and was actually making some splendid shots! But the pump and heating element are cheap on the Capresso. I am having the same problem with the puck, and weak taste. I assumed that a $350 machine with high build quality would be designed for the enthusiast, not the amateur who wants easy espresso "crema" (reference to the pressurized porta filter). I am going to order the open filter which relies more on grind and tamp to create a real shot. Anything that is easy almost always introduces a compromise along the way.I replaced my broken EC100 (cheapo $125 unit) with this hoping for a real step up. On my old unit, I tore out the pin hole foam squirter and was actually making... » Read More I am having the same problem with the puck, and weak taste. I assumed that a $350 machine with high build quality would be designed for the enthusiast, not the amateur who wants easy espresso "crema" (reference to the pressurized porta filter). I am going to order the open filter which relies more on grind and tamp to create a real shot. Anything that is easy almost always introduces a compromise along the way.I replaced my broken EC100 (cheapo $125 unit) with this hoping for a real step up. On my old unit, I tore out the pin hole foam squirter and was actually making some splendid shots! But the pump and heating element are cheap on the Capresso. « Show Less
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I had the same machine until last year when it broke. I tried the Coffeeduck, and it did the job, but the coffee lacked the crema and taste the Senseo was so famous for. I returned it. I use a Perfect Pod maker with EasyPack filters and my own coffee to make pods. A better cup at a lower cost than store-bought pods, and they fit my new SunCanna machine, too. My SunCanna works even better than my Senseo did!
234305
The new 2.0 machines are programmed to NOT accept any K cup that are unlicensed. It's supposed to be to keep the quality of K cups high but I suspect, as would anyone reading the material available, it's just all about money. It's too bad as these Kona Cups are so absolutely smooth. I'm sorry to hear about your dilemma. I don't know anyway around it.
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I'll update my original post by adding I did purchase another Senseo coffee machine, the same as I had but a different color. Here it is 2012 and I'm still hooked on the froth!My friend bought a Keurig and after I tried it I thought it was just OK, not special like Senseo. When we have guests over I usually make a pot of drip coffee from the very old Melitta pot and funnel type filter that I used for many years. If we run out and someone wants just one cup I'll get them a Senseo Kenya or Kona and watch their eyes widen after the first sip. Glad I bought another Senseo and I hope to get 5 years out of this one. Thanks for all your comments. I'll update my original post by adding I did purchase another Senseo coffee machine, the same as I had but a different color. Here it is 2012 and I'm still hooked on the froth!My friend bought a Keurig and after I tried it I thought it was just OK, not special like Senseo. When we have guests over I usually make a pot of drip coffee from the very old Melitta pot and funnel type filter that I used for many years. If we run out and someone wants just one cup I'll get them a Senseo Kenya or Kona and watch their eyes widen after the first sip. Glad I bought another... » Read More I'll update my original post by adding I did purchase another Senseo coffee machine, the same as I had but a different color. Here it is 2012 and I'm still hooked on the froth!My friend bought a Keurig and after I tried it I thought it was just OK, not special like Senseo. When we have guests over I usually make a pot of drip coffee from the very old Melitta pot and funnel type filter that I used for many years. If we run out and someone wants just one cup I'll get them a Senseo Kenya or Kona and watch their eyes widen after the first sip. Glad I bought another Senseo and I hope to get 5 years out of this one. Thanks for all your comments. « Show Less
1142393
I hated that coffee maker! Threw it in the trash. Tried everything to keep it from overflowing but nothing worked. Sorry
1446824
I returned the machine. I love the small one and thought I'd trade up. I do remember the soupy basket was mentioned as "normal". My issue with it was it produced decidedly weak and inferior espresso despite the fact I tried 3 different grinds. Each time the cream was fine but the coffee strength wouldn't even pass muster in auto drip. I spoke with the company hoping I was doing it incorrectly. They didn't seem to know very much so I returned it and went back to the smaller one.
1041215
The more you can pack into this the better. So whatever denseness fills it up, although perhaps that's been my problem with it. I've found the coffee to be very weak; bride's coffee as my dad would describe it. Personally, I have better coffee with the melita paper pods. They're under $5 for 18 at Walmart. I'm way too cheap to spring for a Keurig.
765105
I have used the EZ-Cup in two different models of Keurig brand. I have also purchased the Coffee Life brand and do not like it - the filter falls apart. I really like the EZ-Cup - especially their filters.