I like strong coffee, will this machine be up to the job?
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Absolutely - it matters how many beans you put in grinder. That will determine the strength of brewed coffee.
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We have only had this 2 days and we use very strong beans. We filled the grinder to the top for a 12 cup pot, and it was soooooo weak that it tasted like water. These are the same beans we used in our old coffee maker that gave us ridiculously strong coffee every time. I dumped out my coffee both days this week and drank my Keurig single cups. Try again tomorrow with less water maybe.
642436
I like strong coffee too, so the Cuisinart will do it ~ but you must get good beans. I like the French Roast from Costco,.
642437
My husband likes strong coffee and that is why we bought this one. this is the second one we have purchased. He likes it because you grind the beans and then it is fresh. Using fresh beans and good water makes great Coffee.
642438
It sure will. We like our coffee very strong and it definitely does the job. Best purchase I made this year
1145695
James, I would venture a guess and say Yes... this model has been very reliable for me and it makes good coffee..only con, is that the water fill indicator is hard to read and you can't use the pot to fill the water reservoir.
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Very happy with the machine, once i figured out the coffee grind, the fresh roasted coffee is key. If you use coffee that that is not fresh, the coffee with never be as good and the creme will be a very light. Make sure you start with fresh roasted coffee and perfect the grind and enjoy the best cup of coffee you will ever have. Overall i am very pleased with the machine.
420997
Short answer - yes. And it will be a very nice cup of coffee. The regular setting is the equivalent of a "normal" cup of coffee, but it is way nicer than your average drip.
389952
Yes. If you read the numerous reviews you'll see that they're mostly positive. I've had this for many months and love it. For the price you can't find a better dual coffee and espresso machine.
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What you would have to do is start the brewer with the grind on and once grinding is finished stop the process and reprogram for the morning with the grind off. I am happy with this machine but to get a strong cup of coffee you need to set it to strong and you may want to put less water in than what is called for
571932
my machine makes a good coffe. but I have the European model. the first I received from US exploded because of the different electric power
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I have had my machine for a year. I use it several times a day, for both cappuccino and americano, and have had no problems. Maybe I'm one of the lucky ones, but I love the machine. It's all I use for coffee.
525326
Yes, it is a great machine. Only issue is set up...it's a little challenging. Hope that helps.
2025464
Yes, it does. The machine has setting for standard long coffee and you can change how strong you want the coffee to be (mild, standard, strong, etc)
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Sure can. It's also way more than you'll ever need. Unfortunately, no matter how well you take care of it, the Barista Express doesn't last.
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LOL! Welcome to the club Grergory! I've had mine for about a year. Although it makes very good coffee I like mine quite strong. The brew basket on this unit isn't sized for "too much" ground coffee, so if you want it strong you have to make it in smaller batches. Also, be sure to take the shower head out and clean it after brewing as the grinds float to the top and stick to it.Jon GordonI know this is a bummer, but this is just one of the short comings of this unit. Better by a replacement basket now, if you can get one, as Bodum isn't making them anymore and if yours cracks like mine did, then you'll be out of luck. LOL! Welcome to the club Grergory! I've had mine for about a year. Although it makes very good coffee I like mine quite strong. The brew basket on this unit isn't sized for "too much" ground coffee, so if you want it strong you have to make it in smaller batches. Also, be sure to take the shower head out and clean it after brewing as the grinds float to the top and stick to it.Jon GordonI know this is a bummer, but this is just one of the short comings of this unit. Better by a replacement basket now, if you can get one, as Bodum isn't making them anymore... » Read More LOL! Welcome to the club Grergory! I've had mine for about a year. Although it makes very good coffee I like mine quite strong. The brew basket on this unit isn't sized for "too much" ground coffee, so if you want it strong you have to make it in smaller batches. Also, be sure to take the shower head out and clean it after brewing as the grinds float to the top and stick to it.Jon GordonI know this is a bummer, but this is just one of the short comings of this unit. Better by a replacement basket now, if you can get one, as Bodum isn't making them anymore and if yours cracks like mine did, then you'll be out of luck. « Show Less
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I would say probably not. Have you looked into renting a machine? I worked with one that ground the beans per cup and made coffee, espresso, cappuccino and latte with a touch of a button.
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Absolutely! One of the things I love about it. I think you'll really enjoy it. I would not even consider any other type of coffeemaker after using these. Hope this helped.
514288
I would assume so. You will be hard pressed to get a better cup of coffee at home.
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I purchased this for my father who drinks a lot of coffee. He is quite happy with this machine. Wish I could give you a better answer than that.
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I don't drink coffee, so couldn't say. My husband does, and he has not complained about difference in strength from other coffeemakers. He seems very satisfied with this model. I hope this helps.