Do you have to fill the large size dripper all the way every time? Or could I brew say, a 10oz serving in the 18oz dripper?
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I have the smaller one, but I'm able to brew smaller cups of coffee in it by adjusting the amounts of grounds and water.
2000892
No, fill the water accordingly with amount of ground coffee of your choice and your liking. I didn't follow their instruction of using coarse ground, fine ground works for me.
2000893
Just put in as much grounds and water as you need. My first cup in the morning is always a full 16oz cup, but I often make only an 8oz cup.
2000894
You certainly can brew a smaller amount, as long as you use less grounds and water.
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Hi there, I have the same problem, and I just ordered one of those. since you posted this in november, did you get lucky with it? by the way, how do you intend to brew your beer? I've just started, but I'm brewing with malt extract, and I don't need to boil 5 gallons at once. I can make the wort with 1.5 gallons and add to pre boiled water.Thank you.
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If you need to change the amount, you can program it to brew longer or shorter. I've also noted that depending on the grind and pack it will either brew more or less.
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I do about 15 to 17 grams. However, I've done 30 to 32 grams to serve two people. The dripper easily holds the coffee but, once you begin the pour, the coffee rises but does not go over the edge. I think I would be able to add more coffee than 32grams and have a successful pour, however, I think I'd probably draw the line at 40grams eventhough I've never tried that. I think the coffee would get close to the rim depending on how much CO2 is released. And then, as the water level would go down, a bunch of the coffee would be left on the sides and would no longer be brewing unless you scraped it down the sides. I do about 15 to 17 grams. However, I've done 30 to 32 grams to serve two people. The dripper easily holds the coffee but, once you begin the pour, the coffee rises but does not go over the edge. I think I would be able to add more coffee than 32grams and have a successful pour, however, I think I'd probably draw the line at 40grams eventhough I've never tried that. I think the coffee would get close to the rim depending on how much CO2 is released. And then, as the water level would go down, a bunch of the coffee would be left on the sides and would no longer be brewing unless you scraped... » Read More I do about 15 to 17 grams. However, I've done 30 to 32 grams to serve two people. The dripper easily holds the coffee but, once you begin the pour, the coffee rises but does not go over the edge. I think I would be able to add more coffee than 32grams and have a successful pour, however, I think I'd probably draw the line at 40grams eventhough I've never tried that. I think the coffee would get close to the rim depending on how much CO2 is released. And then, as the water level would go down, a bunch of the coffee would be left on the sides and would no longer be brewing unless you scraped it down the sides. « Show Less
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Might depend on how you perform the pour over. I have noticed if you do not pour for like a minute, the device will turn off. I usually make (2) 12 oz cups of coffee from my Chemex (44g coffee, 750-800g water). I have forgotten to turn on the device while pouring, but I have figured that as long as I measured the right amount of water in the kettle that I can pour all the water out without affecting the flavor. Also, I pour just a little bit up front to let the coffee bloom for like 30 seconds but then proceed pouring a steady stream which helps keep the scale active. Sorry for the essay but I hope this helps.
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This is wonderful information. Thanks for the prompt answer. Isn't the internet a marvel? One more question, if you're willing : does one have the option of pouring a cup before the brewing process is completely finished?Thanks again,
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You can, this press is great but maybe you need a smaller press, I use my to cold brew coffee I always brew 12 cups. Just remember some preses including this one say 12 cups but 12 6oz cups not a true 8oz. Plus you need to add coffee this lowers the fluid volume as well. So completely full coffee and water yields just about 37oz. I love the press. Let me know if you want a cold brew lesson lol.
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It works fine for my coffee. I have had no problem with my 20 ounce model dripping.
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I have tried different grounds and they all come out absolutely great. I use a drip basket filter in the basket since the store bought grounds are smaller than the holes in the built-in basket. Just center it and carefully poke a hole in the filter and you can use any size grounds. I am never going back to a drip maker. This coffee pot is fantastic.
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I measure it out with a pitcher first. If your making regular size batches of beer you only need to boil 2-3 gallons. So this was way to big I got the 8 gallo. Instead. Which is big enough to do a 10 gallon batch of beer. This pot is beautiful everything about it is perfect!
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Hi Charles - This will brew 40 ounces but I usually don't make that much. We usually fill two cups after brewing and then store the rest of the coffee in a large thermos to use during the day. Hope this helps.
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I have the 12 cup brewer and love it. It is my second one as my previous one quit working after many years of service. I love the 'aroma' button as it brews coffee better. As for pouring out of the glass pot, if I pour water into the water channel too quickly, it will over pour and spill - must pour slowly and through the center of the spout, as with any coffee pot. I don't have spills pouring coffee unless I am in a hurry and pour quickly. Hope this answers your concerns. Would I purchase this pot again! Most definitely as I feel it is better than any other one out there.
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I read that it's best to add water slowly, in that case you'd be fine. Sometimes though add as much water as I can fit and then go back and I have to add more water, because I, too, like a 12oz cup of coffee.
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No. Just fill to how many cups you want. Had it for awile now and love it for the value.
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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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Call Bunn and order a soft water spout. This will fix your problem. It will add 20 seconds to the brewing cycle but no more overflows.
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A standard 8-10 oz cup easily fits with the drip tray. The drip tray is about 1 in thick, so you can fit a sizeable cup (although I don't think you'd normally use it without a drip tray as the collection comes more from the coffee making than splash/overflow from the cup). A tall travel mug will not fit