How does it compare to Kyoto style coffee?
2026954
I've never had Kyoto style coffee, but I did go to a couple of swanky coffee houses in Tokyo. Like many other specialty shops, the baristas were selling more style than flavor. This piece of equipment makes Folgers taste like it is the nectar of the gods. No matter what fancy brewing methods come up, I have yet to find one that beats the simple fluid physics of heat and a vacuum.
2026955
I'm sorry but I am not familiar with the Kyoto brand but Bodum rocks provided they have fixed the filter issue.
2163353
the coffee isn't as hot as I'd like but the coffee tastes fine. I have a friend with an older Sunbeam coffee pot (I think) that makes extremely hot coffee. I wish I had hers!
1558292
I think it is just their name. I found that it did not have that much caffine. It was a good coffee, but I would not say it was over the caffine limit. I like my coffee strong. I am not sure how you like yours. If you are a medium roast coffee drinker this probably would not be a good choice. But if up for something different it nice good.
792055
I would say better. It makes exactly the same quality of coffee, but this one has the window on the lid and that does make it a little more convenient to use.
1575903
That's an incredibly broad question. Here's the manufacturer's product page: http://www.keurig.com/coffee/sumatran-reserve-extra-bold-coffee-k-cup-gmc. (Note that Amazon's price is much better than what you'd pay to buy directly from them.)As the name implies (and as the Keurig web site explicitly states,) this coffee USDA certified Organic and Fair Trade certified, if that is something you care about.Personally, just like it a lot. It's a very dark coffee. I happen to prefer South Pacific varieties (Sumatra, Java, Kona) over the more common Colombian varieties, but your taste may differ from mine. That's an incredibly broad question. Here's the manufacturer's product page: http://www.keurig.com/coffee/sumatran-reserve-extra-bold-coffee-k-cup-gmc. (Note that Amazon's price is much better than what you'd pay to buy directly from them.)As the name implies (and as the Keurig web site explicitly states,) this coffee USDA certified Organic and Fair Trade certified, if that is something you care about.Personally, just like it a lot. It's a very dark coffee. I happen to prefer South Pacific varieties (Sumatra, Java, Kona) over the more common Colombian varieties,... » Read More That's an incredibly broad question. Here's the manufacturer's product page: http://www.keurig.com/coffee/sumatran-reserve-extra-bold-coffee-k-cup-gmc. (Note that Amazon's price is much better than what you'd pay to buy directly from them.)As the name implies (and as the Keurig web site explicitly states,) this coffee USDA certified Organic and Fair Trade certified, if that is something you care about.Personally, just like it a lot. It's a very dark coffee. I happen to prefer South Pacific varieties (Sumatra, Java, Kona) over the more common Colombian varieties, but your taste may differ from mine. « Show Less
1239464
It doesn't exactly taste the same. The smallest size will give you a more robust or stronger brew. But to be honest we use the large setting and it tastes like a standard cup of coffee, not weak like you might think. I use the small cup when I mix or blend two diffetent kcups like coco and French roast.
493343
Essentially, this is a more sturdy version. I broke the glass version on the second use by accidentally dropping it. This one will hold up for a long time. I haven't noticed any differences in taste. Some might claim there is a difference in heat conductance which may very well be true. That said, I don't see it translating to a significantly different cup of coffee.
1575901
Very flavorful coffee....I compare it to Mahogony and Fogchaser, which are also my favorites
715881
My sister has a senseo and I used those pods. Even the regular coffee pods came out nice! I was very surprised at how good the latte/cappucino pods were. Unfortunately my coffee machine is out of commision since there is a leak somewhere and the espresso button sticks. Have to send out to fix :(
1333206
There are big differences in the machines. The Keurig is essentially a *coffee* machine. It makes a standard cup of coffee. Yes, it can do flavors, and there are dozens and dozens of different varieties, but it is pretty much limited to straight coffee. (There's a hot cocoa K-cup, but it's made by Green Mountain. You know how famous Green Mountain is for their hot cocoa? They're not. There's a reason.) With that much variety, you're just about assured of finding a coffee to your taste. The brewing cycle is optimized for straight coffee (though there is some flexibility there). Temperature is sometimes an issue; some people find the coffee not quite hot enough. The Tassimo, on the other hand, has far fewer varieties of coffee, but a much greater range of beverage TYPES. It makes latte, cappuccino (regular or skinny), espresso, chai tea lattes, hot chocolate, black and green teas. It makes a nice three-level latte macchiato. The temperature of the finished product is higher, and it has Starbucks pods that taste very much like the real thing. But in general, it probably does not do straight coffee quite as well as a Keurig, and there are certainly many fewer bean types, roast types, and flavors for the Tassimo. We finally decided on a Tassimo, and we love it. And that's something you'll generally find to be true no matter what you buy. It's been our experience that unless you're a coffee connoisseur (in which case, neither machine beats the more labor-intensive brewing methods), you will probably be happy with either machine.
2250390
For the most part it's not quite as concentrated but it's close. It depends heavily on how long you let it sit. "Brew" it in the fridge overnight 12+ hours, and you'll have a very concentrated coffee. I find the benefits of smaller footprint, less chance of spill, and easier to clean to outweigh the difference in brew concentration. It also lets more sediment into the final brew, whereas the Toddy has a very fine filter. I don't mind and kind of prefer it, but you may not like grit in the bottom. I've owned both.
1342464
This is my first Keurig so I can't compare. I only use one cup of water. This model suits me just fine, others may not like it. I have found different k-cups will give a little more coffee than others, I don't know why.
1465680
Kelly I am not sure ...I have the Senseo coffee maker and it is BAD TO THE BONE....best coffee every morn !John Dunn
1777721
This product is far superior to the keurig version. I have one and I do NOT have any problem with water and coffee grounds spraying all over the place. The water and the coffee stay in the unit where they belong!
1159712
The in Blue has a better taste and when we tried the Caffe Espresso it did not work as well in our Espresso Machine. Both are good but we liked the taste of the in Blue better.
336385
I have been searching for one and have not yet found it. It is a beautiful machine but I did not know what to look for when I bought it. It's Cafe "Americano" is terrible. I just got the "Lungo" and it is better but not great. The Cappuccino is good but very expensive. If I had known more I might have bought something else.By the way, Amazon has most of their coffees shipped free if you have Prime.
1549875
Kona coffee is special. I used to really like Mandelin from Sumatra, but found this coffee from Hawaii to be even better. When they talk about blends, it's the same with wine - get rid of the less good coffee by hiding it among the really good stuff.I have never liked blends. However, coffee tastes different depending on how you make it. Careful measuring is utmost important to achieve consistency. But it is equally important to use a slow drip filter coffee maker (Kitchen Aid, Braun, etc).