I purchased one of these about a month ago and it makes good coffee, but it is not very hot - lukewarm at best. Is this the norm for this unit?
895839
R u sure you know how to use it!? This coffee maker cannot make just worm coffee because of the way is working, the water gets hot, then is boiling and at this point it creates pressure wich then is pushing the water up forcing it tru the coffee and up in to the final transparent recipient where you are getting the final result :a very strong and flavorful coffee and "extremely HOT ". I hope I unswered to your question!
1931944
Yes I would say the coffee is plenty hot. Main issue is how the beans feed into the grinder - it's not as automatic as it should be. You generally have to help feed the beans into the grinder.
896486
Ours gets warm but not so hot I worry about it. I've used ours to make large quantities of drinks etc over time and found the base does heat up but never beyond the point where I can handle it.
363957
We've had our for about 4 months. It was a refurbished model. We have been very pleased. I was accustomed to pre-heating my husband's cup with hot water, so pre-heating the carafe was not a problem for me. Our carafe keeps the brew hot for about 8 hours. Believe it or not, it is still warm (not hot) after 18 hours. We've been very pleased so far. I'd keep bugging Cuisinart until you get what you paid for.
2163354
The coffee is very hot, but I have not used a thermometer to actually measure the temp. As for the taste it brews an excellent pot of coffee on the 'strong' setting. I have not used the maker on normal setting. Bill
1911933
I haven't tried it myself, but I know some folks who have tried heating it up and have said it isn't as good. Just because this is for cold brewing, I would recommend sticking with cold coffee.
19916
Our machine seems to make it hot (hot enough that I can't hold the glass cup bottom). I will say, though, that the FIRST espresso after we turn it on seems cooler than the subsequent attempts (still very warm; just not hot). I imagine there is some water in the lines that isn't heated, but I don't know that.
1229142
Although I have had other problems with this coffee maker, I have never had that problem. The coffee is always very hot. There is no button to regulate the temperature of the coffee. You should call the manufacturer. They will send you a box to ship the device to repair. Be prepared to be without it for at least six weeks!
1052380
I only brew at medium. Medium is the temperature I expect it to be. I have not tested the other temperature settings.
1665004
I have never experienced that. There is a warmer under the canister that the coffee brews into-maybe that is malfunctioning? I have had this coffee maker for years. (Am actually on my second machine) the second cup has always been just as hot as the first. I have heard the company is really good about replacing the machines. Best of luck!
2135593
Ms. Maria, According to Roxygirl down below approximately 200 degrees which is what the Bunn states in their description of the unit. I personally have never tested it,(no thermometer!) but I assure you in all regards it is hotter than my old Keurig, cups are not only hotter but richer in flavor; I use pulse with all drawers if you have one. One of the main reasons I chose this unit was because of that temp and I have not been let down yet. Keep in mind though that they're are four drawers and all will affect temp. The hot water pass through & Keurig drawer are hottest because of quick pass through followed by pod & ground drawer. Now, I mostly use the grounds drawer with ultra fine ground so I am slowing down the brew process and the temp by default. So, if you were using the grind drawer and adding cream/sugar I'd have to say your temp could be less by 20-30degrees, maybe possibly more but still hotter than the Keruig or many other units. I love this machine though quirky, loud, and slightly messy at times; it tends to sputter when doing kcups but after 4 pots inc.. the Cruisinart Cadillac Unit I'll take Mr.Sputters any day of the week! Please forgive, I am a touch chatty and overly descriptive in my answers ;)&gt; ...
1988354
I have not taken the temperature of the coffee. The manufacturer claims it to be 200 degrees. I just wanted a good cup of coffee and this gives it to me. As long as it does so, I have no complaints, and no need to question or verify the claims of the manufacturer.
1601564
I believe that all coffee makers will produce some steam. I have owned this unit since November and have had none of these issues . I find this to be an excellent coffee maker. I believe that as long as one reads and follows the operating instructions it will serve you well! I have owned many very expensive coffee makers and I prefer this unit to them all.
5381
I have found that it brews best at the 4 cup mark. The coffee is wonderfully hot, just the way I like it. It takes a little longer than your standard electric --- but well worth the extra couple of minutes it takes.
551494
I've only had it about 6 months, but I had another of the same model for about 3 1/2 years. Unless you get a very expensive unit, grind and brew coffee makers always involve compromises. My first one developed a water leak, and both need to have the grinder shoot cleaned daily, not occasionally, as the owner's manual and advertising say. But, otherwise the unit works well and makes very good and consistent coffee. I would lean toward the model with the stainless steel carafe because you don't have to keep heat on it to keep the coffee warm for at least a couple of hours, so it doesn't get a burnt taste. I've only had it about 6 months, but I had another of the same model for about 3 1/2 years. Unless you get a very expensive unit, grind and brew coffee makers always involve compromises. My first one developed a water leak, and both need to have the grinder shoot cleaned daily, not occasionally, as the owner's manual and advertising say. But, otherwise the unit works well and makes very good and consistent coffee. I would lean toward the model with the stainless steel carafe because you don't have to keep heat on it to keep the coffee warm for at least a couple of hours, so it doesn't get a... » Read More I've only had it about 6 months, but I had another of the same model for about 3 1/2 years. Unless you get a very expensive unit, grind and brew coffee makers always involve compromises. My first one developed a water leak, and both need to have the grinder shoot cleaned daily, not occasionally, as the owner's manual and advertising say. But, otherwise the unit works well and makes very good and consistent coffee. I would lean toward the model with the stainless steel carafe because you don't have to keep heat on it to keep the coffee warm for at least a couple of hours, so it doesn't get a burnt taste. « Show Less
2105274
The coffee is hot enough. I had two of these units fail on me, however. (Which is too bad because I really liked them while they worked.)
2163356
It is not scalding hot, but hot enough. The coffee maker allows you to brew regular or strong. Of course the strength of the coffee is a function of the volume of coffee and water. It is good for our taste though.