I can't seem to make a non-bitter brew with this. What temperature/method are you using? I tried med then lower...still bitter. Remove from heat when? ice bath? Using Lavazza.
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Make sure you use fresh ground quality coffee beans. I use a medium or light roast. Don't let it brew too long. Check this by looking inside the kettle and as soon as it fills with the amount of liquid you started with in the bottom, your done. Don't ever leave on the burner until the bottom reservoir is dry. I use medium or med-high heat on a natural gas stove. Good luck!
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Not sure if this is the problem of the coffee machine or the variety of the coffee that u are using. Try to use different variety of coffee. I think. Good luck
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I use mine on a ceran cook top on high. Once it starts to boil I take it off. If you open the top lid while it's brewing it will keep the top section cooler.
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Sorry for the delay. I use my pot for regular coffee, not espresso. I know with espresso, you need to pack the coffee in and then boil high until it stops perking. Good luck!
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Quasimotorias, I do use Spanish coffee Pilon or Bustelo but to tell you the truth the Bialetti 6956 Musa not my favorite. It's just not right I have tried everything, high heat, med, low... I went back to old one, GB.
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I use medium setting but it is really the coffee that makes the difference. Perhaps try lighter coffee not espresso. I use mainly Black Cat from Intelligenzia or Illy Mokka that is for this method of making coffee.
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Temperature is as hot as my stovetop will go. After the water heats and steams upwards and drips back through the grounds then its done. I do not let it sit on the stove after that for further heating of the pot. Some coffee beans work better than others and some grinds work best. It took some playing around to find my favorites.
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I find that remove from heat immediately after finished brewing (as soon as you hear gurgling noise) helps. I brew mine on high heat... Don't know if that helps. It could also be the coffee. I use a Phil's
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It's the coffee. Get a good quality, whole bean medium roast (we use Kenya AA). Pulse for 5-6 seconds for a coarse grind. Heat on high until the gurgling slows down, then remove from heat. We love this little moka better than our French press.
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Don't use it!! Seriously, it is for professional equipment only - I ruined my lovely new DeLonghi coffee maker with this stuff .... Return it for Urnex tabz instead or just use white vinegar and water! Hope this helps ;)
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OMGoodness. I just tried this thanks to you. I do not know if you have a black or white machine. Mine is an older white 12 cup. I mixed two tablespoons + full carafe. The pot filled up with medium brown water. I then put in 12 more water + 1/4 cup of vinegar and much lighter. Now is clear water and the carafe looks great. The inside is 10 times lighter and its pumping like crazy. The ground holder is lighter but will need to be soaked. I am not that much of a clean freak but I am so happy with the results. I would not overdo with the chemicals though. Thank you for this suggestion.
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I also had the same problem. You could try but you may not get the full effect. I started placing my tea bag in the cup and allowing the hot water brew it that way. I let it steep for one more minute or your desired look and strength..good luck
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It should not taste bitter. It should have a very mild flavor. You may want to return the shipment.
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I just zap my mug with water in it for about a minute, then dump the hot water out and brew into the hot mug, works much better for me. My husband likes the tepid brew though, weirdo.
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I was struggling with this as well. This process worked better (I actually got a great cup like this):~24 grams medium ground (Baratza encore setting 26)190-200F water (Hotter than I was doing, pretty much just filled the press up when inverted)Pour slowly, Stir for ~15 seconds, use two rinsed filters (I do all this slowly so it is around 30 sec brew times). Flip it over and press slowly. Now, I
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I returned mine, I had problems with it . It didn't brew at all. There is a warming session right after brewing due to the stainless is may have to be hotter than a glass carafe. A heating light should stay on to warn you it is still hot to prevent injury. If not send it back and choose another.
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I too have been waiting to see recent reviews. Seem to be trending positive lately - and I note that one review commented: "... new FDA guidelines, they can't put whole stevia in this anymore, so it's just an "extract" which is much more bitter". While I cannot confirm that, it makes sense. I used to put 3 drops in a cup of coffee, and now am putting in 10, and to flavor yogurt, have had to similarly double/triple. I have not noticed the bad taste/bitter taste others noted.
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Appreciate the response....that is disappointing ...really enjoy my Senseo maker...like the froth...thanks for The melitta suggestion...will look for those
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I don't know whether there's a "right" answer to that question. I suggest trying it alone first and see how you feel about the results. I have not seen a need to combine Bu's Brew with any other product, so I have no empirical basis for my suggestion.
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It does have a bit of a bitter taste if you brew it very strong, but i have found out navy brewing it takes the bitterness out of it. basically just ad a pinch of salt to your grind before brewing it, works great for me & i love my coffee jet black
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Thanks JJLet me know how you like the A10.Now the question is, how are you grinding your beans? I have a Baratza Vario and I am also very happy with it. Occasionally grinds will stick in the basket due to static, but overall pretty rock solid. They have the new Vario that doses by weight; wish I had it. When I use my Chemex or Hario pour overs, I weigh out the beans and water. If you haven't tried a pour over, it's an inexpensive investment which brews excellent coffee.Happy brewing my friend...
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Freeze your coffee so it isn't watered down. I don't see why not. You'll have to play around with it. The machine is very loud and slow but I'm still liking it.
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Yes, but, and the but is; Sometimes we (my wife & I) think that the water didn't get hot enough during the brew process. It has to get really hot to make good coffee. We are thinking of going back to perc.
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Using the finest grind, without adjusting the volumes I have tested 5 beans and here is my order of preference:1) Illy red cans (medium roast). Great aroma, perfect bitterness and acidity.2) Lavazza top class. More subtle and less acid than the other lavazza, great flavor.3) Lavazza gran Riserva. A bit more acid and less aroma than top class.4) Lavazza super crema. More on the acidic side. Medium aroma. A bit nutty.5) Lavazza Gold. Worst of the lot. No interest at all, bitter, lower aroma.Note: I only drink Espresso...
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Wow! Never heard of this. First suggestion: Clean the pot with water and vinegar. Experts disagree on the ratio of water and vinegar. Some say equal parts. Some encourage a 2 or 3:1 ratio; two to three parts water to one part vinegar. Whatever ratio you decide to use, shut the pot off partway through the cycle for about 30 minutes and let the solution set. After the cycle is complete, run another cycle of water. Hopefully this will remove any taste in the tubes or other parts of the coffee pot. Also note your water supply. Any changes there? Consider your coffee. Is this a new can of coffee? If, after cleaning, you are still having problems, call Cuisinart. They were very helpful when we had a problem with our first machine. Wishing you the best in resolving this problem.