I just received this from Amazon today. Any recommendations on how many scoops to put in? We like it in the med-bold w/o overflow of grounds.
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A scoop comes with the unit to measure coffee. I like it a little stronger, however, so I use a regular-size coffee scoop. I also bought two different mugs to use with it. When I wrote my original review, I indicated that the coffee was not hot -- only warm. Once I started using my own mugs, however, I realized the problem is with the original mugs that come with the unit. They do not keep the coffee hot. Using my new mugs, the coffee temp is just fine.
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i put 3 scoops in it for my coffee i love using it to if i had do all over again i buy again
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My coffee maker just arrived, so I can't speak from experience with this maker. However the box instructions do tell you to use 50-grams of course ground coffee. I weighed that out, and it equals 7-coffee scoops (a coffee scoop is 2 Tablespoons). I then filled it with water until all the grounds remain covered and put it in the refrigerator. It's been my experience that cold brews require at least 12-hours to make. Amazon should really require English instructions be included, when they are selling to an English speaking public.
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It depends on the grind. Drip grind is good. There is a little sediment, very fine. It might cost you 1/2 a sip, nothing chunky.If it's a very fine grind it can slow down the flow bit, I quickly clear it with a spoon. But you will like this and save paper, which also has nasty chemicals in it we don't need that. It is holding up well to washing, dishwashing and banging out the grounds. Cliff
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I actually mix mine with ground flaxseed (1/1 ratio) and that makes it much less chunky. The only other recommendation I can give is, use more water, stir heavily and chug it right away. The longer you leave it the thicker it becomes.
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I actually use a standard coffee scoop and lightly tamp it down, then close the top over. You don't want to overfill it.
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John, I would say it depends on the coffee you use and how much you put in the basket. We like ours a bit stronger, we use Columbian coffee and I put 3 level scoops and maybe 1/3 to a 1/2 scoop. I do recommend using the Bunn coffee filters too. They are bigger so you don't have overflow of grounds in your coffee. You may just want to try out different amounts until you find what works for you.
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I put one heaping tablespoon. I overload the Pampered Chef small scoop that hold a tablespoon. Hope this helps.....
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adjust to your own preference. start with about 1/2 cup. i usually add some ice chips too. sometimes use skim milk, or almond drink. it mixes up easily. i like mine thicker, and eat it with a tablespoon! quite good in blender with fruit too. hope u like it!
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Hey P. Radcliffe, Ekobrew filters arrived today7/28. They work Great. Using the included Bunn measure spoon reads 2 cups per 10oz water. I put 2 Flat level full grinds into filter & closed filter lid fine. So, I know it will hold 2 spoonful, I usually make my coffee slight less than 2 spoonful & 8oz water.The beauty part is I shook the full used grinds & filter from the holder in 1 shake. Do not have to rinse holder after each cup. Just rinse holder when I am thru drinking coffee each day.TIP: used grounds + filter dropped out of holder in one try. I think it will drop out faster while still hot instead of letting the grounds dry in the holder.Enjoyed chatting with you. Hey P. Radcliffe, Ekobrew filters arrived today7/28. They work Great. Using the included Bunn measure spoon reads 2 cups per 10oz water. I put 2 Flat level full grinds into filter & closed filter lid fine. So, I know it will hold 2 spoonful, I usually make my coffee slight less than 2 spoonful & 8oz water.The beauty part is I shook the full used grinds & filter from the holder in 1 shake. Do not have to rinse holder after each cup. Just rinse holder when I am thru drinking coffee each day.TIP: used grounds + filter dropped out of holder in one try. I think it will... » Read More Hey P. Radcliffe, Ekobrew filters arrived today7/28. They work Great. Using the included Bunn measure spoon reads 2 cups per 10oz water. I put 2 Flat level full grinds into filter & closed filter lid fine. So, I know it will hold 2 spoonful, I usually make my coffee slight less than 2 spoonful & 8oz water.The beauty part is I shook the full used grinds & filter from the holder in 1 shake. Do not have to rinse holder after each cup. Just rinse holder when I am thru drinking coffee each day.TIP: used grounds + filter dropped out of holder in one try. I think it will drop out faster while still hot instead of letting the grounds dry in the holder.Enjoyed chatting with you. « Show Less
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What kind of coffee do you use? Does it happen both with beans and powder? Wonder if it's too fine or if maybe the water overflows in the filter and wash the grounds in your pot. I had that once.
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I use 1 scoop for each 2 cup marker. However if you are brewing 8 cups it really should be about 6 & 1/2 scoops otherwise it might be a bit too strong unless you are from Europe - then should use 7 scoops.
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It might be the grind. My coffee if finely ground, I use 4 Tablespoons per pot (20oz). Its yummy.
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What kind of grind are you using? I have made mine with 6 scoops and didn't have a problem until I used the finer grind-like the kind you use for a pour-through Melita coffee maker or a Keurig K-cup. Try a coarse grind of coffee and see if that helps.
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I use 3 heaping scoops of very finely ground coffee per a full press. I also stir well and let it steep about 15 minutes.
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I bring 3 qts. of filtered/bottled drinking water to boil, and let it sit for 5 minutes. then add the bag. I'll let it sit for as little as 20 minutes, or overnight. it doesn't matter. I usually see a film on top of the brew, so I'll strain it through a paper coffee filter, then bring the volume up to 1 gallon as per directions. I like sweet tea, so I'll add 1 cup (bulk) Splenda to 1 gallon. I've been drinking it unsweetened lately, and just as pleased.
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Three tablespoons. The directions on my latest bag say to use 2-3 tablespoons although there was no scoop. I still had the old one.
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I put two scoops of coffee in the filter for each cup of coffee. It pretty much fills the whole filter inside the pod. Once I put the cap on I give the bottom where the spring is a little push to compact the coffee then brew at the larger cup setting. Makes a great cup every time! Maybe it's the type of coffee or the amount you're using?