How does the coffee taste? I am very interested in this machine, but was wondering if the coffee comes out tasting like "instant" coffee or french pressed coffee. Can someone share their experience? How does the coffee taste? I am very interested in this machine, but was wondering if the coffee comes out tasting like "instant" coffee or french pressed coffee. Can someone share their... » Read More How does the coffee taste? I am very interested in this machine, but was wondering if the coffee comes out tasting like "instant" coffee or french pressed coffee. Can someone share their experience? « Show Less
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I have enjoyed Gevalia coffee almost exclusively for about 10 years, and I am very satisfied with the taste of Gevalia coffee made with the Tassimo. I don't own a French press so I can't compare it to that, but it certainly isn't like instant coffee. It is not in any way inferior to the Gevalia coffee I make with my regular coffee maker. The machine makes near-perfect Espresso with the crema, and the Suchard hot chocolate is excellent. The only thing that's a real drawback about the Tassimo is the quality of the milk product with the Cappuchino or Latte. They aren't that good. However, I would ascribe this to the quality of the milk product itself, not the machine. I have enjoyed Gevalia coffee almost exclusively for about 10 years, and I am very satisfied with the taste of Gevalia coffee made with the Tassimo. I don't own a French press so I can't compare it to that, but it certainly isn't like instant coffee. It is not in any way inferior to the Gevalia coffee I make with my regular coffee maker. The machine makes near-perfect Espresso with the crema, and the Suchard hot chocolate is excellent. The only thing that's a real drawback about the Tassimo is the quality of the milk product with the Cappuchino or Latte. They aren't that good.... » Read More I have enjoyed Gevalia coffee almost exclusively for about 10 years, and I am very satisfied with the taste of Gevalia coffee made with the Tassimo. I don't own a French press so I can't compare it to that, but it certainly isn't like instant coffee. It is not in any way inferior to the Gevalia coffee I make with my regular coffee maker. The machine makes near-perfect Espresso with the crema, and the Suchard hot chocolate is excellent. The only thing that's a real drawback about the Tassimo is the quality of the milk product with the Cappuchino or Latte. They aren't that good. However, I would ascribe this to the quality of the milk product itself, not the machine. « Show Less
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eh... French press coffee is an art. Ruth Chris steakhouse, great French press. My house, hit or miss as it is at most other fancy restraunts who still use the press. Tassimo is consistent and good.
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I am a confessed coffee snob. With that in mind...I just got one of these and I LOVE the taste. The Chai tea is EXCELLENT also. The beverages don't taste at all like instant (which I won't touch) or french press...it has a coffee house coffee taste to it. I'd give it a strong recommendation...it's an expensive machine but it's worth it.
898262
Somewhere in between. Better than instant, but, of course, not as good as fresh ground coffee made from good beans and brewed in a French press.
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to me it tastes as bad as sugar in cold coffee....so I couldn't tell you. other than, I can taste the difference in most sugar items---they all have their own distinct flavor.
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I use Trader Joe's French Roast and grind it to an expresso grind ... very fine ... I serve it at my B&B; and everyone loves it. Just be careful to keep all the grinds in the container and don't allow any to get caught between the container and its cover, or it will make a mess. Use any kind of coffee you like ... not instant!
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I use regular ground coffee in mine, like Folgers and etc with no problem. Are you using instant coffee? That would happen if you use instant.
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Best result for me is espresso grind,my coffee is Tarrazu from Costa Rica,the result is an incredible full flavor delicious coffee,I have this Technivorm since 2 years and I never found a best coffee maker than this amazing Moccamaster,hope it will help you!
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I've never opened a pod, but they seem like real coffee, and certainly don't taste like instant, which I don't like.We use this primarily dor lattes, which are fabulous, quick and easy. We love this machine.
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Oh, I actually never noticed that! I'm not sure of the reasoning behind that, but my suggestion it to not brew it in a coffee maker at all. It ends up weaker if you brew it in a coffee maker, I use a french press and let it steep for about 10 minutes before pouring it.
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I use a French press, the AeroPress, a Vietnamese coffee maker, pour over, espresso, Moka maker, etc, so I have experimented with several different mediums for making coffee. The French press definitely gives you a lot of depth in the flavor of the coffee; it lacks the typical watered-down aspect of other, conventional brewing methods. The AeroPress delivers the same 'big mouth' feel of the French press, in my opinion. And, it delivers some of that lovely crema. The French press will deliver some of the oils that the AeroPress captures in the paper filter, but that is the trade-off. In my opinion, the AeroPress delivers a better cup. Hope this helps!
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You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! I have to tell you that this is Fabulous machine! I watch for the specials that they have & free shipping from time to time. That's when I stock up. The Nespresso machine & coffee are a real treat for me now that I've found my favorite flavors. I hope this helps! It is also so much easier to clean than older styles of espresso makers! I know some people may be thinking of the Keurig capsules which you can use your own coffee for that machine & they say they would rather buy them already filled. You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! Darlene N. answered on August 6, 2014 You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! I have to tell you that this is Fabulous machine! I watch for the specials that they have & free shipping from time to time. That's when I stock up. The Nespresso machine & coffee are a real treat for me now that I've found my favorite flavors. I hope this helps! It is also so much easier to clean than older styles of espresso makers! I know some people may be thinking of the Keurig capsules which you can use your own coffee for that machine & they say they would rather buy them already filled. You have to use the Nespresso's coffee... » Read More You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! I have to tell you that this is Fabulous machine! I watch for the specials that they have & free shipping from time to time. That's when I stock up. The Nespresso machine & coffee are a real treat for me now that I've found my favorite flavors. I hope this helps! It is also so much easier to clean than older styles of espresso makers! I know some people may be thinking of the Keurig capsules which you can use your own coffee for that machine & they say they would rather buy them already filled. You have to use the Nespresso's coffee pods! Darlene N. answered on August 6, 2014 « Show Less
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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.
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This coffee tastes MUCH different than French Market. We usually drink French Market medium-dark roast with chicory, and the Cafe' du Monde tastes much more bitter and less nutty. I assume it's the type of coffee used or the percentage of chicory that causes the difference in taste. The CDM uses 1 TBSP/cup vs. French Market at 1/2-3/4 TBSP/cup, so I thought I'd just reduce the amount of coffee/cup to see if that reduced the bitterness. That just made it weak and bitter. Bleeecchhh!! You might find that you like the taste of the CDM better, but, for us, we won't be getting CDM again.
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I used to have a Brikka (older model), but after I ruined it, I bought a Moka (since it was cheaper and because it got such good reviews). I ended up selling the Moka shortly after because I'd rather drink instant coffee - I just couldn't stand the taste of the Moka. From someone who downgraded from a Brikka to a Moka, it was kind of unacceptable. I think it would definitely be worth a try to upgrade. Let us know what you think!Oh, just fyi, it's cheaper to get the Brikka from the actual Bialetti website (free shipping for the 4-cup) than it is to buy it on Amazon, I have no idea why. I used to have a Brikka (older model), but after I ruined it, I bought a Moka (since it was cheaper and because it got such good reviews). I ended up selling the Moka shortly after because I'd rather drink instant coffee - I just couldn't stand the taste of the Moka. From someone who downgraded from a Brikka to a Moka, it was kind of unacceptable. I think it would definitely be worth a try to upgrade. Let us know what you think!Oh, just fyi, it's cheaper to get the Brikka from the actual Bialetti website (free shipping for the 4-cup) than it is to buy it on Amazon, I have no... » Read More I used to have a Brikka (older model), but after I ruined it, I bought a Moka (since it was cheaper and because it got such good reviews). I ended up selling the Moka shortly after because I'd rather drink instant coffee - I just couldn't stand the taste of the Moka. From someone who downgraded from a Brikka to a Moka, it was kind of unacceptable. I think it would definitely be worth a try to upgrade. Let us know what you think!Oh, just fyi, it's cheaper to get the Brikka from the actual Bialetti website (free shipping for the 4-cup) than it is to buy it on Amazon, I have no idea why. « Show Less
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I'm sorry, I don't know. I did research a "better' way to brew my coffee but besides a french press, which I also purchased from Bed and Bath I never found any info on the product you mentioned. The French press was pretty good also.
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I haven't had the grounds come up into the coffee. It is a mess to clean up but that's part of the French press thing I'm guessing!!!! You don't grind the coffee very fine so check that out too....good luck!!!!
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I would like an answer too! Is the dark cup or light cup weak or strong? The dark cups has smaller dots which to me say weaker, but then again, maybe darker is stronger? The manual does not indicate which is which. It just says to dial your strength! Anyone out there that knows this answer???? Otherwise, the machine makes great coffee!!!
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Also I see others were not happy with this coffee maker and I don't know why. I drink a lot of coffee and have had many diff kinds of coffee makers. This one extracts the full flavor of the coffee unlike quick drip types which don't heat the water hot enough so the flavor is not as full and rich. I grind Arabica beans prior to making the coffee. You don't need a beep. Just be a little patient. Its only a few min more for a full pot and its well worth the wait. What's the rush for a great cup of coffee. You can also set up the timer so its ready when you get up. Very simple to use and make very well. Also I see others were not happy with this coffee maker and I don't know why. I drink a lot of coffee and have had many diff kinds of coffee makers. This one extracts the full flavor of the coffee unlike quick drip types which don't heat the water hot enough so the flavor is not as full and rich. I grind Arabica beans prior to making the coffee. You don't need a beep. Just be a little patient. Its only a few min more for a full pot and its well worth the wait. What's the rush for a great cup of coffee. You can also set up the timer so its ready when you get up. Very simple to use and make... » Read More Also I see others were not happy with this coffee maker and I don't know why. I drink a lot of coffee and have had many diff kinds of coffee makers. This one extracts the full flavor of the coffee unlike quick drip types which don't heat the water hot enough so the flavor is not as full and rich. I grind Arabica beans prior to making the coffee. You don't need a beep. Just be a little patient. Its only a few min more for a full pot and its well worth the wait. What's the rush for a great cup of coffee. You can also set up the timer so its ready when you get up. Very simple to use and make very well. « Show Less
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No, I really like the coffee. The only thing I can tell you is set it on the bold setting and see if you like it better.