Quick follow up..for how long does the fixed perc cycle brew before it stops and considers the coffee done? Does it come out like perc done stovetop?
470617
My experience it takes between 11 and 12 minutes from plug in to finish. Have not done stovetop so I am not able to compare. Nice hot coffee without any overcooked smell or taste.
470618
I haven't actually started using mine yet, as I am waiting to run out of the K-cups I had in store. But, to answer the question, electric percolators have a preset time and therefore you adjust the amount of coffee you put in the basket according to your taste. A stove top percolator has to be monitored so that you shut it off when the coffee in the sight glass gets to the color you want it, which takes learning the amount you put in, plus fairly constant monitoring.
470619
It takes about 10 min. Best coffee I have ever made at home. My guests rave about it. Make sure you get coffee ground for a perculator
470620
Never had stovetop perc but this pot makes a full pot in less than 7 mins. Coffee is delicious and hot!
470621
Oh, it takes a little longer than a drip coffee maker, so about 10 minutes/full pot. It comes out like stovetop perc, but no grains!
1180704
Yes it is. Perfect drinking temperature and it remains hot for 30 minutes after brewing cycle is finished and then automatically shuts off so the remaining coffee in the pot doesn't "cook" and become bitter. I reheat my second cup in the microwave. An excellent small appliance.
1093495
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.
894983
I have never timed it ... but if you put hot water in the carafe first then empty and brew ... I think it stays hot for about 2 hours ... I like my coffee super hot so I usually drink it before long ... hope this helps!
638692
Rebecca, Use the scoop to measure your ground coffee and put it in the small basket. Behind the basket is a small open tank and that's where you put your water. I just use my own measuring Tablespoon and follow the amounts given on my coffee can (Folgers regular coffee + 1Tablespoon coffee grounds per 6 oz water. Then flip the red button and it will light up so you know its on. It wont do anything for several seconds but then you'll hear it start to brew. When its done brewing you have to flip the switch back to the off position. It will not turn off by itself. Don't leave it on as it could be a fire hazard if left long enough. After using it for awhile if the brewing gets slow you can brew a cup of half white vinegar and half water (no coffee.) Let half of the vinegar-water brew and shut off the machine. Let it sit a few hours or overnight. Then turn the machine back on and let the other half of the vinegar-water brew all the way. Then shut it off to cool a little. Then run a cup of plain water all the way through. Repeat the plain water brewing until it doesn't smell like vinegar anymore (usually just 2 brewing cycles.) It will run like new again after you do that. Doesn't need it very often. I adore my Caf Uno and hope you enjoy yours.
793569
that sounds like a long time. I have never timed it, but I usually brew about 6 cups and don't feel it takes a long time. There is also the option to pour a cup before the brewing is complete. It will stop until you put the carafe back in.
1877893
I usually do a full pot and it takes *about* 10 minutes, but I also did a large mug with a coffee sample I got and it took only about 4-5 minutes.
320010
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.
2233528
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...
1736621
Hmmmm....that is odd. Did you accidentally choose a reduced cup brew? I think it has that choice I. Programming, however, I have never used it. I have never had mine brew only 1/2 a pot either.
1347054
I find that it stops brewing... Then I would remove the grounds...and maybe occasionally it will kind of sound like it's trying to rebrew but actually is just reheating... I personally think you wouldn't want to leave it plug in all day or it would taste old and burnt... Hope this helps!
1729897
The instructions are to wait 5 minutes between brewing cycles but I have brewed in succession with no apparent damage. I sometime use the cup as a carafe to pour two smaller cups and then brew another in a few minutes.
401993
how much time are you allowing the coffee to steam/boil? Are the burner temps high enough to allow for a strong "rolling" boil" in the top chamber? I use mine almost daily, 4-5 full scoops of a coarse ground, about 3-5 minutes at high temps to achieve a strong "rolling" boil. The results are always some of the best made coffee. Hope this helps!
1759074
Unfortunately, I don't have an answer for either question. I have never just sat there and waited for the blue light to go green (green being done). It will brew with a slight perking sound, and when I don't hear it any more, I'll check and its usually ready. Still can't give you a time. As far as going dry, I will check periodically (depending on how many are here drinking coffee), and when its down to 10 cups or less, I will unplug it. I haven't seen anything saying it will shut off when dry. That's why I mentioned I will check. Don't know if I helped with your questions, but hope I did. Unfortunately, I don't have an answer for either question. I have never just sat there and waited for the blue light to go green (green being done). It will brew with a slight perking sound, and when I don't hear it any more, I'll check and its usually ready. Still can't give you a time. As far as going dry, I will check periodically (depending on how many are here drinking coffee), and when its down to 10 cups or less, I will unplug it. I haven't seen anything saying it will shut off when dry. That's why I mentioned I will check. Don't know if I helped with your questions, but hope I did.
1075875
The best way I can explain is to use your best judgement. I go by the color, meaning how dark it is or how strong you like your coffee. Also, after it starts to perk, I might let it go for about 10 minutes or so, on a low simmer, but still percolating, not hard because you will get more grounds in your coffee. I like to use a filter to help with less grounds. After a few uses, you should find the right limit. In my opinion, this makes the best coffee compared to any electric coffee maker, it just takes longer, but worth the wait. I really hope this helps!!!!!
2140938
Interesting thought... the scaling cycle is fixed...X# of cups. I can tell you the cappuccino is great. My first was 9 years ago... it lasted 8 years and 2 people had coffee 2x a day.We have a new one now... and we enjoy it as before. You cannot use very oily beans, they stick to the hopper. I make a blend of 3 beans...so the oils are shared. We love it. If your intending on charging $4.59 a cup...and descale every 10 days (you will likely brew more coffee)...do the math. But it does make great cappuccino. Unit cost, maintenance, beans (blend a 35% dark with 65% medium)
79790
Boiling the water works fine. Waiting 30 seconds after taking it off the stove will put the temperature in the 195-205 range, which is ideal for brewing coffee.