I’ve used a number of brewers but have settled on the TechniVorm Moccamaster for my morning cup and the Bonavita when needing more than 4 cups. I use the 8 “cup” version of the Moccamaster with the adjustable flow rate basket half open. This gives proper extraction time and the correct percentage of TDS for light to fully city roasts. Taste wise, this has consistently brewed the best cup out of the 6-7 brewers I’ve tried. Key to a good cup is great water, correctly, freshly roasted beans, and often overlooked, correct grind size with little fines or boulders. You’d be astounded how much simply changing burrs will effect the taste.
Believe me, I am not. I just changed my burrs and instantly noticed a difference. I want to swap out the motor on my grinder with a variable speed as I have heard that slower motors make sweeter brews. Thank you for sharing!
I've used my Technivorm for over 10 years. Daily. Home roasting for over 15 years. Leave the brew lid off the brew basket. My model allows me to bloom the roast. I turn it on, let it bloom, give it a stir, then let it drip. May or may not stir again. Usually not. I brew 8-10 cups daily. I love the simplicity of the Technivorm. An automated pour over.
Thank you for sharing your experience with it. I’m super in love with my Breville. it does all that also about the same price and very very well-made. All the best!
Nice! I never thought about stirring. My Moccamaster has been in service for over 15 years. They are definitely worth the money in terms of servicability and consistency. It sure makes a damn good cup of coffee!
@@Taylor-ys2vhdoes is make it hot enough I bought smeg nd the coffee is lukewarm and If I add milk it's cold I'm searching for one that make a hot cup of coffee
Finally, a true working chef who makes great You Tube content! I came upon your videos by accident and consider myself fortunate finding your channel. I wish you much success in the future, and keep up the great work, Chef!
I’ve had my Technivorm for I don’t even know how many years. I got used to the workflow. About filling the basket with grounds: there’s a cut out in the reservoir lid that allows you to push the brew wand to the side, which makes pouring the grinds into the basket as a last step easy. Thankfully mine can sit in a space in my kitchen where I don’t have to pull it out to fill with water.
How you put so much effort into this is beyond me. Amazing. My palate is nowhere near as discerning as yours but I am truly impressed by the depth of your research.
I immediately drink the coffee I brew and do not like metal carafes. So ease of use for the Moccamaster is just that, easy. I am not the type of person who drinks a couple of pots of coffee a day , I have one tall mug, ( line 4 on the Moccamaster carafe ) so I do not have a carafe sitting on a hot plate. Regarding cheaper coffee makers including Cuisinart, they genearlly last a couple of years for me, with a variety of problems. This includes the popular german coffee machines as well. Thanks for making the video, I really enjoyed it!
I have the moccamaster with the glass carafe and heat plate. It's so much more attractive, keeps the coffee piping hot. If you drink it within half an hour, it tastes great. My previous coffee maker had a thermos. I found it lost heat and it looked disgusting inside very quickly
Try using 5 tablespoons of baking soda mixed with a half cup of Hydrogen Peroxide in your carafe. Close the carafe with the screw on cap, then shake it vigorously for a minute or less and leave it overnight. Then open the lid, shake it for a momnet and then rinse with water. The Carafe should be shiny clean inside. This also works well with stainless steel Thermoses.
Hey! That really means a lot. Thank you very much. Believe me you’re the smartest out of all of us. I tried quitting coffee so many times over the past 30 years sometimes I didn’t even drink coffee for two years , was the worst two years of my life lol. If you don’t need it, you’re better off without it all of us!
@@AwareHouseChef Wow. I never knew quitting coffee could be difficult. but I guess I just never started. I keep a small jar of instant coffee around to add to a few recipes like chili. But that's it. Thanks for the wisdom! :) Have a good day!
I have many ways to make coffee, and enjoy each one. Morning brew is a pour over, lafter lunch is a espresso, after dinner is a Greek coffee. Coffee is my one indulgence. Thank you for your hard work and experimenting. I enjoy your shows, they are educational.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate you reaching out and the kindness. All the best! Feel free to leave a comment about what you would like me to review.
I got the moccammaster and really like it. I got the other one with the basket you can slow the drip or turn it off. As for taking the basket out it’s super easy as you just swing the water dripper to the right and basket comes out easy. Only problem now is you got me looking into the fancy roaster you got.
My arm doesn’t swing out of the way unless it is stiff from being new. Ask questions about the roaster first, especially if you have never roasted before. All the best!
I usually brew an Aeropress or V60 for a single cup of coffee. When I’m lazy or wanna brew more cups, I use my KBTS. It’s small enough to not be obnoxious on my counter while still brewing a large enough amount. I like the manual brew basket that eliminates some of the annoyances you had with the automatic brew basket. I use a Wyze smart plug when I want to setup my brew at night and have fresh coffee in the morning. I just setup the brewer and turn the switch on. The Wyze plug will turn on after the timer finishes.
I really appreciate your thoughts and review. I took the leap and bought the Breville. I used your recipe for 10 cups and it is close to my Aeropress and pour over. I am very pleased with the ability to finally make 10 cups of GOOD coffee. Thank you for the time you put into the video.
Finally, after using the Breville for 3 years, I got some indication of setting advice! Thanks! Not super impressed by the Gold setting. And speaking of Breville, I have had some issues with overheating and also that it stops the Gold brewing with water still in the basket. The nerdy part of me really like that it starts a timer after brew is done, showing for how long time the coffee has been sitting 😀 Thanks for a comprehensive video 👍👍👍👍👍
I'm not sure I feel more decisive about my next coffee brewer purchase--maybe I now have more questions than answer, but I definitely feel more informed. Thanks for all of the info.
My pleasure. From personal experience, I have been using the Breville more than any of the other brewers. I really do feel that it’s the best of the lot. All the best!
There are many "Expired" SCA certified models. The manufacturers let their cert expire after 3 years, rather than paying SCA another $5000 per model to "stay on the list". So there are LOTS of great coffee makers out there, other than "current SCA list". Like a Ninja or Bunn or Zojirushi for $70. Bonavita makes a great machine too. Also, Zojirushi (Japanese) makes top notch gear and brewers for only $70 -150.
I have the Technivorm Moccamaster Moccamaster 53947 KBGV. It has the glass carafe and is a better option than the unit that you used IMO. This unit allows you to change between 4 cups or less and over 4 cups which does a great job with consistency.
Wow! So much research and so much great information! Given our 18+ year friendship, it is only fair that I bow out of the "Win a Zwilling Brewer" contest to avoid any conflict of interest but I am definitely looking forward to trying out your perfected roast brewed in your favorite coffee brewing machine!
REALLY well made video! Nice work. I’m commenting only 10 minutes in but it’s because I’ve been dialing in our Technivorm Moccamaster. I have been drinking Chemex and Hario V60 coffee for 20 years. My wife has always loved the Moccamaster her and her roommate from college had but I never got a good cup out of it. A couple things i’ve noticed about this particular brewer that are different from my brewing style are that it starts at 195°F, hangs around 200°F and then ends around 205°F. When I do a pour over, I brew exactly the opposite; hot bloom and let the kettle cool naturally. I’ve also found that medium roasts do much better in the Mochamaster. It doesn’t get hot enough for light roasts and is much too hot for dark roasts even when adjust grind size to account for excessive extraction. I’ve also found that grinding a little courser than what the manufacturer recommends does better in the final cup.
These are some fancy pants machines. I typically brew just one cup of coffee. For this reason, I have adopted a simple #2 Melitta pour over technique. I buy roasted beans at the grocery store and grind them at the store in batches. I boil the water in a pot on the stove, then let it cool for 30 seconds (for temperature control). KISS. Surprisingly, I have found that not all paper filters flow at the same rate. Melitta kraft paper filters flow far faster than other brands. I prefer them for this reason.
I appreciate the detailed information in your video. I used to be an espresso drinker, but lately, I've switched to coffee. Even when I had a coffee maker and always used high-quality, freshly ground coffee beans, I could never come close to the taste of coffee from a coffee shop.
Toughh choice for me between the Zwilling and the Breville. The Zwilling sounds easier to use but I like my coffee hot and the option to specify water temperature on the Breville is appealing. Thank you for a very informative video.
Another awesome video. I have the Breville brewer at my house and the Cuisinart at my office. The Breville is a fantastic brewer and has excellent features. Mine also has the Pour Over Adapter, a nice add-on, but it would have been nice if they also included a Pour Over Coffee Cone. Also, when cleaning the Breville, it is good to remove the silicone spray head and clean that too. I'm really looking forward to many more videos.
We have been using the Cuisinart 14 cup for as long as I can remember. We just have to replace it about as often as you do, once we notice leaking water from the bottom. That’s the ending issue every time!
I have always liked Zwilling products. Everyone here has told me that the Moccamaster was the way to go. I grew up with cheap coffee makers and that is probably why i never liked coffee. That all changed when a young lady at Costco introduced me to a new coffee. I purchased a cheap espresso machine, a coffee press, and a pour over. I would like a good coffee maker! I wish i knew of a place near me that i could do a taste test similar to what you have done. I had no clue about the difference water temperature makes in brewing coffee. I guess, i could have guessed, as I don’t like cold Coffee.. I am going to read up on SCA standards and the European standards and see if i can learn more about making coffee that i can really enjoy! Thanks for putting this video together, i learned that i have a lot more to learn about coffee.
You and me both. I spent more time learning about coffee than anything else. As a chef, there is nothing more challenging than to roast coffee properly. It is even harder to get a consistent brew. Thank you for sharing your experience with me. I wish you all the best!
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot I had no idea of the complexities of making coffee growing up my Parents used what looked like a sock on a stick and a couple of pots to make coffee then came Mr Coffee in the 80's and that's been it untill RU-vid, it brought into light my ignorance anyway thanks for the content and for the lessons very much appreciated.
I'm just getting back into coffee. Switched to tea for the past several years. I received a Bodum pour over today, so I'll test that tomorrow. I'm sure I'll buy another machine soon. Out of what you tested, the Zwilling seems the best for me. I will not go with another cheap machine but won't spend top dollar either. thanks for your input.
Nice review. For those of us that like the simple approach my go to coffee is 1 teaspoon of instant and 1 teaspoon of Greek coffee with honey to taste. Just add hot water and cream. The times I want it a little stronger I add an additional 1/4 teaspoon of instant expresso. Basic I know but does the trick.
Sounds like you have a perfect cup. I appreciate the suggestion. I have a Greek restaurant and I enjoy a good cup of Greek coffee myself. I use a brand called Loomides - medium roast and it is delicious. All the best!
You are a great teacher!!! I am trying to decide if I should go from an average coffee maker to a more expensive one. My son and daughter in law have a breville, and their coffee tastes great. I have also wondered a lot about why coffee tastes soo differently from place to place and I Love your methodical, scientific explanation. Thank you very much. I think I may have to re- watch to really absorb it all (no pun intended).
Really appreciate your reviews and style. I have the Costco Cuisinart and like you said, it makes a good/decent cup. I have been researching to up my coffee game, but have not explored roasting my own beans yet. Researching grinders and coffee makers, so this was a big help. Many thanks.
Thank you for sharing. I appreciate your kindness. I just purchased the Fellow one for my son on his birthday and he is very happy with it. It seems reasonably priced. All the best
Thanks again, George! I had narrowed it down to the Fellow and the Wilfa Uniform, based on James Hoffman's reviews (and other research). Also, the Breville and Oxo brewers were on my short list. Based on your review and purchase, I will likely go with the Fellow and Breville. Also, I will try wetting the filter before adding coffee before the brew. I've seen that for pour overs, but had not thought to do that with a brewer. Keep up the great work! You are helping a lot of folks!
Hey, if you're trying to get into specialty coffee, roasting uour own beans is the last thing you should look into. Roasting is its own hobby as you'll never really roast better coffee than actual roasters, even with the most expensive home equipment. I'd focus on getting a great grinder and on perfecting your brewing technique. You absolutely need a great grinder as coffee needs to be ground fresh and can't be gotten preground.
Thanks,@@gray_gogy . I ended up getting the Fellow grinder and the Breville coffee maker. Fairly happy with those. Agree, I looked into roasting and too much effort/time to do that. Not really a new hobby I wanted to start. Thanks for the confirmation.
Agree 💯 with a great grinder! With an Ailio Bullet roaster I have yet to taste a better cup of coffee anywhere. But , it took me well over 200 roasts to get it done
I bought a Capresso CoffeeTEC Model #471 w Stainless Steel Carafe for $149 in 2003. Great coffeemaker! I cleaned and descaled regularly. I never got into the milk frother, just made good coffee. Yes, I am still using this today (20+ years). I just broke the drip stop (yep, dropped the drip basket on the floor), called the Jura 800 number and, to my chagrin, they have no more parts for this. I'm about ready for a new brewer with a stainless steel carafe. 😎
A better budget set up is a manual pour over system. This is what I use. If you watch the coffee geek channels, you'll think pour overs are an arcane art, with weird precise pour amounts and timing. If you have a coffee expert's palate, you can get deep into the weeds, but you don't have to. A simple Melitta cone, a coffee scoop, and a more or less accurate water amount will produce good, if not amazing coffee. You can even get away with a cheap blade grinder, or fresh store-ground coffee. This is how I made coffee for years, and it was good. I only got geeky in 2020 - and I'm still nowhere near the pros. I weigh my beans, use a modest burr grinder (Baratza Encore) a temperature controlled kettle, and weigh my water. I bloom for 30-60 seconds, then pour the rest of the water, no fuss. With this setup I make better coffee at home than most cafes, even the fancy ones. I urge anyone looking for a better cup than their current machine makes to try pour over. A Melitta cone is not expensive; if it doesn't work for you you're not out much money. My entire setup, without the electric kettle and grinder, cost less than $30. [Aeropress is also good, but it's a different style of coffee.] George, please *do not* enter me in the contest. I have no interest in any drip machines.
I was looking for an upgrade from my black and decker of 7 years and did a lot of research. I wanted something under $100 but then I started looking into SCA. Well the Zwilling was cheapest certified. I looked online and right now the brewer is %25 off. If you sign up for email or look up coupon codes you get an additional 15% off. Therefore I bought it because I got 40% off for a total of $127.49 compared to normal price of about $200. I think this is a great deal for the price of an SCA certified brewer. But just note I bought the glass version. I don't need nor want coffee sitting in a carafe for hours. I would prefer to just make a new batch as necessary. We will see it's reliability and functionality but I am super excited!
@@AwareHouseChef for the Zwilling do you know of or have a preference for coffee filter? What are your thoughts on reusable filters? Zwilling sells a reusable as well for their brewers. I would appreciate your input. Thank you.
@John-zf2ph I use the brown paper filters. Fold it at the seams, place it in a brew basket and gently soak the filter with water, strain the water before adding the coffee.
I think you made the Moccamaster more complicated than needed. You don’t need to swap the lids on the carafe unless you are traveling. When you want to put the basket in, you can swing the spray arm away; there’s a slot in the tank lid for this reason. As for the basket lid, I find it superfluous and just leave it off.
You don’t find the whole machine awfully flimsy for the price? I can’t slide it on my counter without losing the base and the top lid keeps popping off. I honestly don’t like the whole set up
Curious why you feel compelled to move your brewer around. Mine has a dedicated space on the counter. It only gets moved when I need to clean under it.
Great Video! This came up on my feed just as I was looking for a new brewer. I've just gotten into coffee roasting and wanted to get something abit better than what I currently have. I love how you get into the details and its not just a superficial review. Thanks!!
I really appreciate the thoroughness of this RU-vid review - very informative in scope, and by someone who loves their coffee. We use a chemex pour over, and are looking for something for when we have company and want to easily make 4 - 6 cups in the morning. Thanks again for this honest comparison!
According to your tests, I should be a Zwilling. We too have the Cuisinart. My husband likes dark coffee from the local roastery, and to me, it doesn't do well there. I bought a one cup Melita drip funnel and that's what I use. I wish my coffee life was simpler, but better. Thanks for the reviews.
Thanks for the honest content and review, as always!! Currently using the trusty Aero press, and been looking for an actual entry-level brew coffee machine. Thinking the Zwilling is the one we are going to get. Still need a suggestion for a separate coffee bean grinder.
Always glad to hear from you. Aero press is a fine choice. I am going to do a video on the clever dripper. Hold out a little longer because I have a feeling that I will have more information soon. All the best
I have to disagree on build quality. You were discussing usability features, which we all have an opinion on, and I respect yours. For build quality however, the MoccaMaster has a 5 year warranty, and offers replacement parts for every component. Personally I love the MoccaMaster's coffee, but to be fair, I do agitate the basket during the brew, so it's not a straight out of the box brew. I believe that the MoccaMaster was designed for european power which means a faster brew. That would force the water through the brewhead faster and result in better distribution.
Great video, I have been using a Bunn A10 commercial brewer for 15 years. I also have an all-glass Silex Vacuum Siphon brewer that makes great coffee too.
Best coffee (espresso) investment I've made is a Capresso Burr Grinder. I've had it for years now and gonna cry if it ever breaks. The 3speesso makers I've bought (all under $250) all break in less than three years. The other item I've been loyal to for over 10 years is Dancing Goats beans in Olympia WA. Fast shipping, always within a couple days of roast and a variety of sources beans. The best beans for my tastes, although rarely available, are the Sierra Mixteca beans out of Oaxaca Mexico. Heaven.
In Puerto Rico, we just pour hot water over a fabric sack full of great Puerto Rican coffee and, Bingo!!! In Dominican Republic, they do it in the same way.
I purchased a Breville Smart Grind Machine almost a year ago from Amazon. It has been inconsistent at its best. It produces a great cup of coffee but the problem is that 9 times out of 10 it fails to produce the correct amount of coffee (8oz, 10 oz or 12) unless the tank is full. I can use either whole bean or ground coffee with this machine but once again the machine fails to live up to its reputation. When switching brands of coffee I have noticed that for some reason or another this machine will go thru beans like a hot knife slicing thru butter and find myself going thru an entire bag of coffee beans in not time at all. Classic example of a machine being over engineered. I have sent one machine back for replacement and am on the verge of sending the second unit back.
Yeah. From my experience, the machine that does everything, does everything poorly. sorry had to experience that. Just as a coffee machine, it is awesome. All the best!
@@AwareHouseChef I'm not sure if you are aware of or have ever heard of this Roaster or not. If not I would like to recommend that you try Alma Coffee to you. They own their own farms and are based out of Canton Georgia on Holly Springs Road. I have never been a fan of a dark roast until I tried their coffee. My favorite thus far is their Enchanted brand with Ember (their darkest roast0 running a close second.
I preferred the coffee from my Breville but after about eight months or so, I gave it to my sons who had got an apartment together. It just brews a harsh, muddy cup of coffee. They agreed and gave it away. I’m not affiliated with Breville or Moccamaster. I just didn’t like it. I want to like moccmaster because it has such rave reviews.
Great video! I’m doing a deep dive into brewers, and I’m really on the fence. My Cuisinart just died after several years, and I’m doing pour-over for now. I’m not in a rush, and I know I won’t be happy until I find something that at least comes close, and my wife is more picky than me!
Could you please review coffee brewers with no BPAs. ie: With reservoirs that are either glass or stainless steel. I simply want to drink a hot healthy cup of coffee. Thanks
Great review, thank you as I have been looking for a new coffee maker. I currently have a very old, 10+ years, Cuisinart Grind & Brew that makes okay daily coffee. I have been hearing about the Technivorm and though I like it's look etc., it does seem a bit overpriced for what you get w/regards to flexibility. Now, thanks to your video I'm looking at the Zwilling and Breville makers.
I'm the only person in my house who drinks coffee. So my favorite Brewer is just making a v60 pour over, or using the Clever Dripper if I'm traveling and don't know what kind of kettle I'll have. And I have to add, having a nice grinder could be as much of a game changer for most people as having a nice coffee machine.
For those with the Cuisinart, I turn the coffee maker on with the bold setting and leave the lid up and when the water is nice and hot, I'll lower it down to start my brew. Was looking of "upgrading" my cuisinart, but not sure if it's required now, may check again later if I need to get a replacement if my coffee maker dies on me.
Thanks for the informative coffee video Chef! I never realized there were so many variables that go into making a great cup of coffee! One question related to water. Would using a brand like Poland Spring water ensure consistency in terms of hard water / soft water issues? From the information you provided, I like the Zwilling brewer and I am glad I am in the running to win one! Keep up the great work!
Thanks Mike! Tell you what, I’ll check the total dissolved solids or Poland Spring and let you know if it’s in acceptable level then I’ll give it a try. Thanks for reaching out! Good luck!
Just came accross your video. Thank you for the great information! Checked out your restaurant link and wish I lived closer to try your great food. I live on the west coast in California so 3000 miles away. Pity. Subscribed and look forward to happy viewing.
So glad that you chose to subscribe! I really appreciate the support. Let me know how I could be of assistance. Always love video suggestions and recommendations. Welcome, and all the best!
I don't know about America but here where I live in Algeria North Africa you can go to your convenient store and buy freshly roasted coffee and from there you go to the bakery and get you some fresh baked goods
Here, unfortunately it is difficult to get that level of freshness and if it is available in urban areas it is at a high cost. Thank you for sharing. All the best.
Awesome video. I have a ninja and like it but clean light keeps coming on every 2 weeks and we only brew 8 cups a day. I like the Breville for options but I change up coffee beans a lot so keeping track of custom settings would make my head spin. Zwilling seems like best option for me. Thanks for the great indepth info. I am now a subscriber.
I have owned the glass-carafe version of Moccamaster for years and it has served me well. I'm sorry to hear you didn't have a great experience with the thermal carafe version. I will definitely look at the Breville as my next coffee brewer.
Love this analysis, but as a Mocha Master user for over 12 years I think the awkwardness of it is a little over blown. I do agree though that it can be a PITA sometimes and I wouldn't put up with it if the coffee were not so awesome.
After using all the machines for half a year or so, the Breville is really a great machine and it’s my go to now exclusively. Glad you shared your experience with me. All the best!
I figured out a way to avoid buying expensive coffee brewers. The secret is to mix so much crap in the coffee that no matter how you brew the admixture, it tastes the same. My recipe: 1/2 cap organic Colombian coffee beans 1/2 cap of organic espresso coffee beans 3 or 4 chocolate-covered pecans spritzed with a small amount of distilled water. 1/2 teaspoon Vietnamese cinnamon Grind the mixture as long as you can stand it. The coffee will be in a clump, all stuck together, and the pecans probably won’t break up. Pick out the pecans and eat them. Take the coffee and put on top of 3 layers of wet paper towel, Crunch up and sprinkle 3 fresh eggshells over the coffee. (I have been crunching eggshells in my coffee basket for years and can’t remember the reason, but it’s become a tradition.) Set the brewer to “rich.” If you want to add something to it, use almond coconut milk, or if after 10:00 AM, Kahlúa or Bailey’s. Enjoy!
@@AwareHouseChef will do I am actually looking at the bonavita 8 cup are you familiar with this machine I seen on you tube it hits the temp mark ect... and is listed at 179.99 and up. Please let me know if you have any experience with this machine thanks again.
Good video. You talked 4 and 8 cups coffee. How are 6 cups? I drink usually 6 cups, sometimes 4 with my Moccamaster H 846 AO. It was cheapest model available in Finland 2019. I dink coffee roast level 2/5. It is decent coffee maker. Most important is good water temperature. Machine maybe try use water too fast, but it do not make bitter coffee. It does not have a drip lock, so there is a lot water over coffee when water tank is empty. Moving machine parts was annoying. I stopped use the filter cover. If You have problems with Moccamaster, then do not use water tank cover when using it, use cover when not use it. Turn the "water pipe" aside, put the filter in place and coffee, turn the "water pipe" over the coffee. When the coffee is ready, use a spoon when you turn the "water pipe" because it's hot.
I have had a cuisinart model you show here and i came def to the same conclusion about the taste. The best flavour i get is from and single serve stainless steel basket brewer you use on top of a coffee mug. I think the company is named the morning dram that i got it from and its great! Would buy something like the breville but i just do not believe i can get the same results as i can from the single serve maybe i can. I just cant justify spending that much on it :/
I feel the thermal pot is a necessity for me. The coffee just stays warm and I don’t have to worry about leaving the house with an active heating element. I couldn’t survive with your cuisinart.
Great video! Looking for a coffee maker that has no plastic in contact with the water. Can't seem to find it. Purchased a fully ceramic set up but it's so time consuming. 😔 Had a really great now discontinued Oxo 12 with kettle it died on me they changed the design and I haven't found a product I want to replace it with. May go back with Oxo also SCAA. idk. Moccamaster was my pick but not after this. Need more cups.
Thank you for the reviews. My Cuisinart is starting to leak when i set it up to brew in the morning. Time to replace it. The Breville, Bonavita, and OXO are on my radar and around my price point. I think i will want a machine with a flat bottom basket option as i think that will better suit my taste. Thoughts on cone shaped versus flat baskets?
I definitely prefer cone shaped. I find that the flat basket makes a flatter cup of coffee. I’ve been using the Breville now for almost 4 months, and I really love it. If it were to die, I would replace it with another all the best!
Thanks for the honest and great in-depth review. I'm about to switch back from my bean-to-cup to a regular drip coffee maker for my morning coffee (I just don't really like "regular" black coffee from a bean-to-cup machine, no matter the beans). Seems like the Zwilling might be a good choice. Any chance you have tested it with smaller amounts than 4 cups (I only need 2 in the morning)? My other alternative would be a wilfa machine that lets me manually adjust the flow rate in the brewing basket for smaller amounts of coffee, but I somehow like the Zwilling more.
Very thorough review that is much appreciated! Broke one of my bohemian makers, the Sowden Softbrew, which I personally liked a lot, but my bf wants a regular "push a button" plug in machine. So this video is super helpful. I really like the aesthetics of the zwilling. I also don't like anything that is not easy to clean or may trap mold somehow. Does the Breville my brew setting you mentioned stay locked, or do you need to set it every time?
I thought I loved coffee before I found your video, and now I realize, I don’t even know anything about coffee. I’ve been on Folgers instant coffee my whole life… and recently started looking into a coffee maker. I figured the more expensive, the better the coffee, but after your video, I’m not so sure. What would you recommend for a person who has zero knowledge of coffee, but definitely wants to step up their coffee experience?
Hi thank you for reaching out! So everybody has a personal preference. If I had to redo this video. I would only recommend the Breville. It’s just an excellent coffee maker. But, it is very important that you have a decent grinder and fresh beans. If you’re going to continue to use Foldgers, it doesn’t matter what coffee maker you’re gonna use. If you want try beans from different countries and get into it that you need a scale and a grinder as well.
We returned our Breville because the coffee temperature never got as hot has we wanted it (205* F), and the thermal carafe didn’t maintain the coffee at an acceptable temperature for long enough.
@pilotwill18 let me push mine to that temp. I brew at 196. I understand that you like a hot coffee but that is the optimal temperature for me and you are right. The craft really doesn’t hold the temperature for more than about an hour.
