Strength of Coffee? In owners' experience, is this an issue?
638721
If the grinder is set for 10 cups, you could just put in enough water for 7 or 8 cups. Or else, you could run the grinder for a little while before the filter holder snaps back, turn it off, and then run it again for a complete grinding.
630540
Yes, it is very strong. Not to my taste. I have to add hot water after I brew the cup on 7.25 oz.
346752
by changing the size of the grind (knob on the left inside the coffee bin) you can absolutely make it stronger. i've had hotter espresso in restaurants; but the best way to assure that it is as hot as this machine will go, is to set the temperature to high; and makes sure you keep the cups preheated on the warming tray on top of the machine...if that isn't enough...microwave the cup before you make the coffee...
551488
Not at all. Water temp is too low and grind is too coarse resulting in weak coffee and double usual bean usage. Looking for a new one now.
1998642
No but shouldn't you be able to control the strength by the amount of coffee you use? The paper filters that I buy are flimsy so I use two at a time. Contrary to another reviewer, this is the nicest, easiest coffeemaker to use. Nothing complicated, unlike our old Krups. I've had it for more than a year and am very happy with it.
448556
Hi there! I've now had (3) of these machines and for the price it is a Very good machine. I would guess your grind is either too coarse and the pressurized water is going right through - but also, if too fine the water can find its way around the coffee and find a 'channel' to flow through making it way too weak.These variations led us to "ESE Pods". They are very consistent and VERY clean, especially if you need multiple 'shots'. That machine has a special disk just for pods. The downside is they are more expensive (try Miscela'd oro at 1st Line abour $.33 per if in bulk), but the time savings and cleanliness during a busybusy morning makes it well worth it!!Good Luck!PG Hi there! I've now had (3) of these machines and for the price it is a Very good machine. I would guess your grind is either too coarse and the pressurized water is going right through - but also, if too fine the water can find its way around the coffee and find a 'channel' to flow through making it way too weak.These variations led us to "ESE Pods". They are very consistent and VERY clean, especially if you need multiple 'shots'. That machine has a special disk just for pods. The downside is they are more expensive (try Miscela'd oro at 1st Line abour $.33 per if in... » Read More Hi there! I've now had (3) of these machines and for the price it is a Very good machine. I would guess your grind is either too coarse and the pressurized water is going right through - but also, if too fine the water can find its way around the coffee and find a 'channel' to flow through making it way too weak.These variations led us to "ESE Pods". They are very consistent and VERY clean, especially if you need multiple 'shots'. That machine has a special disk just for pods. The downside is they are more expensive (try Miscela'd oro at 1st Line abour $.33 per if in bulk), but the time savings and cleanliness during a busybusy morning makes it well worth it!!Good Luck!PG « Show Less
1788464
Just add more coffee or get stronger coffee. We use different kinds of coffees. This has been perfect for us! Hope this kind of helped in some way!
1477458
Of course! I live in New Orleans and definately don't drink weak brew. The amount (and kind) of coffee you add to the basket, plus the amount of water you pour in dictates the strength of the brew.
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?
593166
I like my coffee really strong so I use espresso (fine) grind. I've noticed regular grind makes for a little weaker coffee.
559790
I like my coffee not as strong as most people, so I've adjusted the beans accordingly. Just practice till you get the strength you prefer.
1739599
You are able to control the strength of the coffee. You may want to start with a mild or medium strength coffee and then experiment with the amount of ground coffee you add to the V-cup. I say probably because the brewer doesn't work if you have too much coffee in the cup (it doesn't close); however, I never tried it with less than a full cup of ground coffee.
2118560
Our coffee was excellent, but I don't remember it arriving "as hard as a brick". They do vacuum pack their coffee, which sometimes is rather brick-like until opened. My opinion is it's normal.
1477459
I don't think the strength of the coffee is determined so much by the brewer as the coffee used. A dark roasted coffee used in the correct ratio to coffee and water should brew a rich, dark cup of coffee. That's my experience. I really like my little coffeemaker! It works very well.
1129010
You can't adjust the strength directly but DB's answer is correct. In addition, you can increase or decrease the volume of coffee brewed per cycle which will decrease or increase the potency per volume, respectively.
1572223
Same here. I would not worry too much about the beans. Never had a problem with the coffee but make sure you alway clean the sprout on the steamer.
269704
It all depends upon how finely ground the coffee is and how tightly it's packed in the holder. Essentially, you control the amount of pressure required.