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No burnt coffee here.
(Credit: Hamilton Beach)There's no feeling in the world quite like the comfort of having a brewed pot of coffee standing at the ready. When the cup you are drinking is downed, nothing but a short walk to the pot separates one from another cup of coffee. In the morning, this necessity is especially true; one cup of coffee is never quite enough. Unfortunately as we make our way through the day, the pot of coffee that was once so inviting usually turns into something else altogether. The resulting unappetizing syrup must then be discarded and a new pot of coffee started. For those who need coffee now, that can be an eternity.
The BrewStation Summit Ultra 12 Cup Coffeemaker prevents coffee from scorching by removing the carafe. Instead, coffee is brewed into an insulated receptacle that maintains flavor and taste. A dispensing spigot is triggered with just one hand, getting coffee to cup quickly and easily. With no glass carafe to break, the coffeemaker stands up to even the most rushed coffee drinkers among us.
The coffeemaker has the ability to brew coffee to your liking: choose from bold, regular, small batch, or iced coffee. A programmable timer kicks in the brewing process, so a batch of fresh and warm coffee can be waiting first thing in the morning. For those who appreciate a cup of coffee right from the get-go (and all through the day), the features on this brewing machine should satisfy those cravings.
Keeping hot coffee hot.
(Credit: Sur La Table)Coffee is a specific indulgence. It should be no surprise that we have evolved into a society that requires a menu board for coffee drinks. What was once a simple equation with sugar and milk being the only variables has transformed into a gigantic industry where consumers have options galore. Whether you get your caffeine fix from a cappuccino or a latte, chances are you like said coffee exactly the same, every time. While cream, soy milk, sugar and the like may be the first considerations to any cup of coffee, temperature also plays a large role.
The Technivorm Moccamaster Coffeemaker brews coffee at what is said to be the ideal temperature of 200 degrees. But don't just take my word for it, this coffeemaker is certified by the European Coffee Brewing Centre and the Specialty Coffee Association of America and Europe. Once brewed, you're going to need a way to store that coffee; a stainless-steel vacuum thermal carafe keeps your coffee nice and hot. Perhaps best of all, the coffeemaker uses an independent energy-efficient heat exchanger that allows for 10 cups to be brewed in 5-6 minutes.
The coffeemaker features a durable chrome exterior and a clear water reservoir. This distinctive styling supports a modern sensibility that would look good in any kitchen. For the drip coffee enthusiast who places temperature high on the list of coffee variables, this coffeemaker might just hit the spot.
Grind and brew automatically.
(Credit: Cuisinart)I'm on a coffee kick. Of course, that's not saying much as I am usually on a coffee kick, and have been for a very long time. I, like many others, watched the country as people were introduced to what good coffee was. No longer did we have to suffer the mugs of cheap, flavorless corner store brew. Suddenly, there were half-decent options everywhere. Luckily, not only did coffee improve, but also coffee making. So in addition to being treated to more delicious options, there are also better ways to make coffee--and more specifically, keep it warm.
The Cuisinart Grind & Brew Thermal 10-Cup Automatic Coffeemaker follows in this tradition by using a thermal carafe to keep coffee at the ready. One thing we all know is that immediate access to coffee is a good thing. Otherwise nobody would have bothered ever inventing instant. The double-wall insulated, brushed-metal thermal carafe included in this coffeemaker keeps 10 cups of coffee warm for hours. No longer must coffee lovers see their beloved brew decimated by leaving it on the burner for too long.
Not only does this coffee maker improve on coffee-in-waiting, but it also streamlines the process for actual coffee making. The automatic coffee maker incorporates a timer and grinding options. Complete with a gold tone commercial-style permanent filter, a 24-hour timer, and an integrated charcoal filter, the Grind & Brew Coffeemaker brings quality coffee in-line with instant gratification. The best part is, no fumbling with the coffeemaker early in the morning. Freshly ground brewed coffee waiting for you when you wake up--and if you oversleep, it will still taste just as good.
Easy mornings.
(Credit: Cuisinart)Making coffee is never an easy task to focus on early in the day. For some, myself included, mornings are a miserable mess until coffee has been introduced into the equation. The problem is that sometimes it can be difficult even to get to that point. Luckily, some smart folks got to thinking and integrated a timer into a coffeemaker. This one innovation certainly makes life easier for those of us who don't function well without the magical elixir.
The Cuisinart Coffee on Demand 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker offers the convenience needed by morning-challenged coffee lovers. With 24-hour programmability and auto shut-off, coffee lovers can cruise into morning on autopilot. A double-wall reservoir replaces the traditional carafe and an integrated actuator dispenses coffee cup by cup. The easy to read Coffee Gauge on the front of the unit counts down remaining cups of coffee. The reservoir is removable for easy water transport, while an integrated charcoal filter helps to remove impurities in the water.
With modern styling in a classic housing, Cuisinart updates a familiar appliance with this drip coffee maker. Using a permanent basket-style filter to streamline further the coffee-making process, the Coffee on Demand coffeemaker keeps mornings simple. And for those who appreciate consistency in their morning brew, the 5-ounce-at-a-time dispenser makes the morning ritual as easy as can be.
All day coffee.
(Credit: Oster)The daily task of getting a cup of coffee offers a multitude of possibilities. We can simply go to the coffee shop, or we can dive into the world of coffee makers. Form stovetop espresso makers to the manual French press, there is no shortage of ways to brew a cup of joe.
One maker that has stood the test of time is the simple drip coffeemaker. Oster updates the familiar device with the Counterforms 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker. A host of features blends with the distinctive design to create a machine that looks good on the counter and provides for a consistently good cup of coffee. Place your ground coffee in the removable permanent basket filter and set for your liking. Using a showerhead instead of a typical drip method ensures that the coffee will be saturated. If you can't wait for the cycle to complete (it is coffee, after all), the coffeemaker utilizes the popular pause feature.
With the inclusion of a timer and a brew strength selector, you know what to expect out of your morning cup (and second cup...and third cup...). Coffee tends to inspire productivity in us, and when it comes to drinking it, we know exactly how we want it. The Counterforms programmable coffeemaker even has an adjustable keep-warm setting, helping you to have your favorite cup of coffee all day long.
A week and a half ago, Hurricane Ike slammed into my city and left nearly everyone without power. Not an easy situation, to be sure. For me, the worst of it was having no access to my beloved cappuccino maker. So, after 36 hours, my family and I hightailed it out of town and began our Trek across Texas, ostensibly "for the sake of the children," but you and I know better.
Coleman understands that the need for good coffee is more urgent than rational. The company makes a host of appliances you can run off a car battery, which are useful for camping, but even those are only so useful when you have a limited supply of gas for your car. So I was happy to see that Coleman also has a camping coffeemaker that doesn't need to plug into anything.
Even when the power is out, you can usually still use a gas stove, so this coffeemaker sits directly on the burner. Simply fill the basket with your grounds, add water to the reservoir, and set the decanter back in place. Turn on your burner, and wait. The water heats up inside the metal reservoir and is forced through the grounds, delivering home-brewed coffee to the waiting carafe.
I hear this coffeemaker is a hit on camping trips, although that's not something I could possibly verify, because my idea of camping is using my credit card points to cover my hotel costs. I'm just saying, if you have to deal with a massive power outage and the fallout from a hurricane, you may as well be caffeinated while you do it.
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