6 cups Really??? Are they talking 6 shots per container? Ok I bought this machine and in the description it states it does six cups of coffee. Are they refferring to 6 shots because the little top part doesnt even look like it even holds 8 oz. I am about to add water and actually measure how much liquid it holds. When I actually made a "6 cup" pot after all was said and done that pot was only 3/4 full and yes I added the correct amount of water! 6 cups Really??? Are they talking 6 shots per container? Ok I bought this machine and in the description it states it does six cups of coffee. Are they refferring to 6 shots because the little top... » Read More 6 cups Really??? Are they talking 6 shots per container? Ok I bought this machine and in the description it states it does six cups of coffee. Are they refferring to 6 shots because the little top part doesnt even look like it even holds 8 oz. I am about to add water and actually measure how much liquid it holds. When I actually made a "6 cup" pot after all was said and done that pot was only 3/4 full and yes I added the correct amount of water! « Show Less
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It makes 6 cups of espresso. In Italy this size coffee maker is a 6-cup, you have to use espresso cups (not filled to the rim) and you'll get 6 out of a full pot.
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I also bought this cute little pot on the adveritsing that it makes six cups. I assumed that meant six demitasse cups - nope. Only a scant three demitasse cups. Wonderful idea - just needs a bigger water reservoir and pot to make it a truly six-cup espresso maker.
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I estimate that I make about half as much, one good sized mug versus 2 good sized mugs. True, as seems usual with these espresso coffee pots, they are listed as making 3 times as many cups, but I assume that means those very tiny cups. So far, I do enjoy using mine. Hope this is of help.
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The instructions say don't use 2 pods - and the way the pod holder slides into the machine makes the top pod shift out of place. I use 1 pod at a time and set the machine to 5 ounces of water. When the first cycle is done I put in a new pod and do the same again so I end up with my 10 ounce cup.The reheat time is quite quick so 1 pod at a time is no issue at all. Enjoy!
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The description says 8 cups but 6 cups (48 ounces) is more accurate. If you try to top it off, you will end up with some grounds in your coffee. That being said - absolutely love this french press - still using it every day with no problems.
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I find that a bit confusing. The max fill line is where 10 cups would be even though its called an 8 cup maker. Of course, these are coffee maker cups not 8oz. Seems you could get 12 cups worth into the reservoir but the pot would be too full so I've never tried it. Overall, the maker is nice with the only fault that I find is that the feature where you can grab the pot before it finishes allows for a bit of coffee to drip onto the hot plate.
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When I received the 3 cup pot in the mail, I realized it was too small for the amount of espresso that my husband & I drink in the morning. It makes approximately 3/4 cup of espresso total, which is less than the two of us is willing to share. I sent it back and ordered the 6 cup size instead and it makes about 1 1/2 cups when finished and then we add milk or cream to make it a larger cup. The 6 cup pot is NOT large but the perfect size for the two of us. It makes like 8-12 oz of coffee.
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First of all, it is not a 4 cup..16 ounces of water fill the tank..It barely makes 2 full cups..Mr. Coffee should tell it like it is!! It does use a cup-cake filter..
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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??
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Go big or go home, you can always use less water and coffee. I had the 6 cup and I had to brew 3 of them in order to receive my daily caffeine fix. The coffee was outstanding but waiting for it to brew was about a 15-20 minute wait.
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When you look inside the coffee pot there are 10 holes that allow the water to flow out through the spout. right below the bottom last one hole is the imaginary 12 cup line. I fill the pot to the halfway mark and that is fine for 6 cups of coffee. Use a round coffee filter, fold it in half and then half again. the middle of the creased "X" is where you insert the filter in the basket pushing the metal rod through. This will give 100% filtered non coffee grain coffee. Enjoy !!!!
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I use 6 heaping sppon fulls. It really depends on how strong you like your coffee. You can always add more if desired. I hope this helps and Happy Java!
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Donna, it make an 8 once cup per disk. and about 8 cups with the water bin full. You can adjust the amount of water to make it stronger or lighter in flavor. I love this coffee it is the best. you can also subscribe to the tassimo web site and get the coffee much cheaper and free shipping, however I always look on amazon to see if they have a sale and some times they have it for less. If you purchase it you will not be disappointed. I never answer these questions or make a review, but for this one I think it is well worth it. I have one at home and one in my office.
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I'm having the same issue. Twelve cup coffeemaker, but I end up with only 10 cups in the pot. The rest of it (water) ends up under the pot. To empty the extra water means I have to take all the parts off and dump excess water out of the main pot Has anyone found a solution?
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It says 8 cups inside but I wouldn't put more than 6 cups in since it will bubble over. Even when I do 6 cups I add the steamer top even if it is empty and that keeps it from bubbling out. Haven't tried 8.
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I suspect that you're not putting enough coffee grounds in. First, grind very fine, espresso grind (powder, as fine as you get get it). Then put 2+ heaping Tablespoons of grounds for every 6oz of water you pour through. This means, when I make a cup of coffee, normal mug, I use 4 heaping Tablespoons of grounds -- my mug comfortably holds about 12 oz of coffee with a bit of room at the top. When I make two cups, one for my wife and one for myself, I use 5 heaping Tablespoons of grounds. It nearly fills up the #2 filter, but I pour the water slowly and keep the water topped up throughout the pouring process. If you let it go down and fill again, the filter tends to get clogged and it takes *forever* for it to brew and flow through. My wife likes a slightly weaker cup of coffee, so the second cup is hers. If you are looking for strong, add more grounds. Hope that helps!
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According to this coffee machine a cup is only 5 oz. Not 8 oz which I consider a cup. For 6 cups of coffee we had 6 heaping scoops of coffee. It is the best cup of coffee you'll drink.
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I asked the same question four months ago and never got a reply. This is a simple glitch to fix at the site; wake someone up. I had to buy it to find out. IT IS A 500 ml POT. 220 ml (aprx 7 oz.) will fill the bottom portion below the hammered design if you just want to make 2 good demi-tasse cups of coffee minus the solids. You can make a decent small coffee as well as a larger amount to share so don't listen to much of the chatter from the "experts" online regarding appropriate size to buy. Well made, nice design, worth the extra dollars for a very solid ibrik. Now I will travel back in time and assure myself I am buying the correct pot. I asked the same question four months ago and never got a reply. This is a simple glitch to fix at the site; wake someone up. I had to buy it to find out. IT IS A 500 ml POT. 220 ml (aprx 7 oz.) will fill the bottom portion below the hammered design if you just want to make 2 good demi-tasse cups of coffee minus the solids. You can make a decent small coffee as well as a larger amount to share so don't listen to much of the chatter from the "experts" online regarding appropriate size to buy. Well made, nice design, worth the extra dollars for a very solid ibrik. Now I will travel... » Read More I asked the same question four months ago and never got a reply. This is a simple glitch to fix at the site; wake someone up. I had to buy it to find out. IT IS A 500 ml POT. 220 ml (aprx 7 oz.) will fill the bottom portion below the hammered design if you just want to make 2 good demi-tasse cups of coffee minus the solids. You can make a decent small coffee as well as a larger amount to share so don't listen to much of the chatter from the "experts" online regarding appropriate size to buy. Well made, nice design, worth the extra dollars for a very solid ibrik. Now I will travel back in time and assure myself I am buying the correct pot. « Show Less