If you like espresso/lattes/americanos/etc., don’t mind putting the time/$$ to get started (including getting a decent grinder), want to be able to compete with the best coffee shops at home, AND learn a ton about coffee in the process:
https://decentespresso.com/ <https://decentespresso.com/> We have had one of their earliest models for a few years now and it still feels like the future: consistent results, constant improvements via over the air updates, shared machine/bean profiles, shared 3d printable enhancements, forum full both helpful and serious coffee geeks, an open code base, upgradable hardware, etc. We haven’t had as much time to dig into the details of the machine recently due to 4 littles ones in the house, but once we get our grind dialed in for a bag of beans we are still able to make decent caffè espresso from one day/weekend to the next (i.e. until we have to slightly tweak our grind/procedure for the variances that come with each new batch of beans). Carl P.S. Between our espresso-based drinks we use a 6 cup Chemex (MSRP $46.98) based on the original 1940s design. It’s hard to beat when you use a temperature controlled kettle and their paper filters: https://www.chemexcoffeemaker.com/ <https://www.chemexcoffeemaker.com/> There is an automated version that heats and pour$ the water for you <https://www.chemexcoffeemaker.com/ottomatic-2-0-coffeemaker.html>. Based on reviews I looked at ages ago I’m not sure that Ottomatic would beat the Technivorm Moccamaster for simplified temperature controlled larger volume goodness, but we didn’t have the counter space for one of those and I personally like the looks of the Chemex better). > On Oct 1, 2021, at 2:23 PM, Sara Mattes <[email protected]> wrote: > > Lots of great suggestions, some very pricey. > For a modestly priced one, try Bonvita. > It has always been on the top, if not the top ratings for quality of brew in > reviews by George Howell (Quiz-who can report who GF is and what’s his claim > to fame, from the early days), Cooks Illustrated Wirecutter, Tome the Geek, > CoffeeGeek and lots of blogs. > It comes with a thermal carafe, which is another plus. > The only downside is that it needs regular cleaning w/a descaler (vinegar > works). > > Sara > > > >> On Oct 1, 2021, at 1:49 PM, Gretchen Covino <[email protected] >> <mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: >> >> We love our Jura. It grinds beans and I put the grounds in the compost. Had >> it fixed once in 10 years. >> >> Thank you and be safe. >> Gretchen >> 978-771-9767 >> >> >>> On Oct 1, 2021, at 1:37 PM, Heather Ring via Lincoln >>> <[email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: >>> >>> We love the Moccamaster by Technivorm. Bought ours ten years ago, still >>> works beautifully. Long before we owned one at home we both used them at >>> work. >>> >>> -Heather >>> >>> Heather Ring >>> pronouns: she/her/hers >>> >>> >>>> On Oct 1, 2021, at 11:59, Louis Zipes <[email protected] >>>> <mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: >>>> >>>> >>>> Not commenting on French Press but anytime someone mentions Keurig, here >>>> is a meme about what I'm thinking.... 😀 >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> On Fri, Oct 1, 2021 at 11:50 AM ROY HARVEY <[email protected] >>>> <mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: >>>> Try searching "french coffee press health carcinogen" in your favorite >>>> search engine. >>>> >>>> Roy >>>>> On 10/01/2021 11:36 AM Caitlin Hogue <[email protected] >>>>> <mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> I second the question on the french press -- why is it unhealthy? >>>>> >>>>> Katy Hogue >>>>> >>>>> On Fri, Oct 1, 2021 at 11:17 AM Sara Lupkas < [email protected] >>>>> <mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: >>>>> I love my aeropress, it's like a french press but quicker and can make >>>>> just one cup at a time. The Keurig K-cups are not recyclable, and when I >>>>> tried using a reusable k-cup my machine started to malfunction. >>>>> >>>>> On Fri, Oct 1, 2021 at 10:53 AM Dan Paul < [email protected] >>>>> <mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: >>>>> I don’t think it’s unhealthy at all … just somewhat inconvenient. >>>>> >>>>>> On Oct 1, 2021, at 10:51 AM, Kathryn Anagnostakis < >>>>>> [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> Why is a French press the least healthy? That’s all my husband uses 😬 >>>>>> >>>>>> Sincerely, >>>>>> Kathryn Anagnostakis >>>>>> 617.794.0410 >>>>>> >>>>>>> On Oct 1, 2021, at 10:45 AM, Dan Paul < [email protected] >>>>>>> <mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Deb, et al… >>>>>>> >>>>>>> This is so interesting! We’ve had virtually the same >>>>>>> experience…including using the French press. Just two days ago our >>>>>>> three month old Keurig (our third machine) began smoking and literally >>>>>>> burned out during the descaling process. I called Keurig Customer >>>>>>> Service and the good news is that l, because I registered the >>>>>>> coffeemaker, they are sending me a free replacement. >>>>>>> Of course now I’m wondering just how convenient these machines really >>>>>>> are. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> I’ll look forward to any recommendations, including single cup >>>>>>> machines, especially those that make really hot coffee. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Thank you! >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Dan >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Oct 1, 2021, at 10:12 AM, [email protected] >>>>>>>> <mailto:[email protected]> wrote: >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Hi All – I am in search of a coffee maker that will last more than a >>>>>>>> year. I have had two Keurigs in the past 18 months and both died >>>>>>>> (leaky seams in both). I use a French press occasionally but that is >>>>>>>> the least healthy way to make coffee even though I think it makes the >>>>>>>> best coffee. So, I am looking for recommendations for a filter coffee >>>>>>>> maker. I have had Cuisinarts but not very recently. 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