On Sun, 11 Mar 2012 15:06:46 -0400, Ed Pawlowski > wrote:

>I know this comes up from time to time, but what are your feelings
>about coffee makers these days? French press still seems to be a
>favorite, but what about the high end drips?
>
>Technivorm seems to have better ratings than most, but is approaching
>$300. It is made in the Netherlands though, a big plus.
>http://www.wholelattelove.com/Techni...orm_thermo.cfm
>
> Most every other brand has some good ratings, but also some really
>bad ones from people with terrible experiences.
>
>Bunn makes coffee fast, but does not seem to be hot enough for some.
>
>Mr. Coffee and Black & Decker still have $19.95 models that sell by
>the millions. Are they worth it?

NO! I bought a cheap B&D, the water came out at ~ 178-180 deg. The
coffee SUCKED. I threw it out after ~ 1 week.

>Has anyone had a big revelation? Such as I should have spent the
>extra money and bought xxx years ago, it is well worth the cost. Or,
>It was a waste to spend so much because the $20 Mr. C makes just a
>good a cup for a lot less.
>
>My wife mentioned that she'd like to have something other that what
>she now uses. Faster and easier to pour without spilling. Personally,
>I have a cup of tea instead.

A friend has a Cuisinart that sells at Costco for ~$50. MAde good
coffee I though.

-Zz