Tips For Cleaning a Coffee Maker With Vinegar

If someone were to ask you what appliance you use the most what would you say? Most people at least those of us who love our coffee would say the coffee maker. Every morning is a fresh beginning that usually starts of with a great tasting cup of coffee. It gets us going in the morning and puts a smile on our face. Well with all that use comes wear and tear. Much like any other appliance the coffee maker needs to be cleaned as well, and one of the best ways to clean a coffee maker is with vinegar. This article is to help you understand how to keep your coffee maker clean and running great by cleaning it with vinegar.

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One of the first things you need to understand when trying to clean your coffee maker is how to clean it. Many people think that the only thing that needs cleaning is the actually coffee pot where the coffee is deposited. While this may be the most visible part of your coffee maker it is not necessarily the most important parts for a well working machine. To properly clean your coffee maker you need to go beyond the coffee pot and get inside the machine through all the working parts that you can not necessarily see or reach by hand.

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To begin cleaning your coffee maker you need to pour the appropriate solution. Many methods call for a water and vinegar mixture with about a 2:1 ratio between the water and vinegar. This is a safe ratio, but you can go as high as a 1:1 ratio of water and vinegar to make sure a thorough cleaning. On the first clean use a 1:1 ration and then go to a 2:1 ratio thereafter. This will ensure a deep first clean.

Once you have development the solution of vinegar and water place it in the coffee pot and let sit for a few minutes. This will allow it to break up some of the grime that has accumulated. After a few minutes pour the water and vinegar mix into the reservoir of the coffee machine where you would normally pour water when brewing coffee. Do make sure that you do not over fill the reservoir causing it to spill over.

Once you have poured all the solution in the the reservoir place the coffee pot back in its proper position and turn the coffee machine on. There is no need for a filter as you are not making coffee, but instead just allowing the solution to make its way through the coffee maker cleaning out all of the insides.

Once the coffee maker is done brewing and the water and vinegar solution has made its way back to the coffee pot allow it to sit for a few more minutes once again. Allowing the solution to sit in the coffee pot will again help break up all the residue. After a few minutes pour out the coffee pot.

Once you have completed the above steps you have essentially cleaned your coffee machine and made it a much more efficient machine that will produce fresher coffee. The only thing you need to do now is make sure the coffee maker is free and clear of vinegar and to do that you simply fill the reservoir with just water and run the coffee machine. Do this at least once and maybe even twice just to be sure everything has been flushed out.

The above steps is a clear and simple way to make a home made solution that will ensure a clean and better working coffee maker.

Tips For Cleaning a Coffee Maker With Vinegar
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Cyber Monday Cuisinart DCC-1100BK 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker, Black 2011 Deals

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  • 12-Cup carafe with ergonomic handle, dripless spout, and knuckle guard
  • 1- to 4-Cup setting; brew pause; self cleaning; 60-second reset
  • Includes: Charcoal water filter and permanent gold-tone coffee filter ensures only the freshest coffee flavor flows through. Measuring scoop, instruction Book
  • Measures approximately 8 by 8 by 14-1/4 inches; 3-Year limited warranty


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The Instant Coffee Revolution

For coffee lovers, having that first morning cup in minutes is a valuable feature of any brewing machine. Keurig makes a variety of models, designed for providing instant coffee in single servings.

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The way these brands work is by using k-cups or coffee pods, or single serving packets, placed in the top of the machine. Water is added to the reservoir and the brew is ready in a few minutes. The advantages of using this type of machine are endless.

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First, the K-cups come in a wide range of brands, brews and flavors. Mixed packages of different brands or flavors are offered. This is a great feature for couples who have different tastes in flavors or types of brews.

Though the machine only makes one cup at a time, it can allow the user to make many varieties. This is a good idea for giving guests a choice of their favorite brews or brands. It gives the user the ability to try different brews in the same day. An individual may prefer one type of brew in the morning and another later in the day.

The use of instant pods makes clean up simpler. There is no basket or filter to wash out. The pods are enclosed and are simply removed, when the machine is done brewing. The only cleaning the machine may require is the occasional cycle of water or cleaner, especially if your water is prone to deposits or hard water scales.

The machine makes one cup at a time and does it very quickly. A few minutes is faster than the typical ten minutes other devices take, to brew an entire pot. In addition, there is left over coffee from a pot, to be poured down the drain. This makes the device very cost effective. Imagine the money wasted when unused brew gets poured down the drain on a daily basis.

They come in a wide range of styles, shapes and finishes. There are many models with a stainless steel finish, for the modern kitchen. Others come in a black finish or a combination of black with steel trim. They are typically well made and dependable for daily use.

Manufacturers offer models suitable for home and for the office. Americans are very fond of their coffee and this new era in coffee makers seem to fit our current society well, based on the increasing popularity of these machines.

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  • On/off indicator light lets you know when your coffeemaker is on or off
  • Removable filter basket lifts out for fast and easy filling and cleaning
  • Brewing pause 'n serve lets you pour a cup of coffee while the coffeemaker is still brewing
  • Dual water window shows the amount of water in the reservoir for accurate filling
  • Stain-Resistant Warming Plate is easy to clean and prevents staining.


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  • Fully automatic with 24 hour programmability, auto shutoff, 1-4 cup setting, Brew Pause, carafe temperature control (low, medium,high) and self clean function
  • 12-Cup glass carafe has a drip-free pour spout and a comfortable handle for easy serving
  • Includes: 2 charcoal water filters and a permanent gold tone filter that ensures only the freshest coffee flavor flows through. Measuring scoop. Instruction book
  • Measures 10.2 by 8.6 by 14.4 inches; 3-Year limited warranty


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What Do Delonghi Coffee Makers Offer Its Users?

The Delonghi brand is constantly evolving and enhancing models with innovative features that promise to offer you the best of the best in every cup of coffee. I have listed few features that Delonghi coffee maker models can offer its users.

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Programmable Timer

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A Delonghi coffee maker that features a 24-hour programmable timer allows you to set the timer at night so you can literally 'wake up and smell the coffee'. Before you go to bed, you set the timer for the coffee maker to start brewing at a specific time so you don't have to wait to have your first cup in the morning. The accompanying brew auto coffee maker shut-off shuts the machine off automatically when the brewing is done so you do not have to worry about it burning up your coffee maker if you decide to sleep in for a while longer.

What is the Shower head design?

The pioneering shower head design, allows all the water to permeate and saturate all the coffee grounds thus extracting the full, natural flavor of the coffee. Shower head design helps to extract your coffee's full, natural flavor by allowing water to completely saturate all coffee grounds.

Double Walled Thermal Carafes

Some models feature a double-walled thermal carafe that works to keep coffee hot for hours while still preserving its wonderfully fresh taste

Gold Tone Filters

Permanent gold tone filters are more durable than most other coffee filters and have an innovative design that prevents even the finest of grounds from straying into your cup of coffee. Water Filters - The off-flavors that are often caused by chlorine in the water are eliminated by an advanced filtration system.

Pause N Serve

Can't wait till the whole pot of coffee is brewed? The Pause N' Serve feature on most models lets you stop the brew cycle temporarily so you can pour yourself a cup of coffee halfway through the process. Water level indicators - See-through indicators let you know the level of the water inside the tank so you know when to top up and when not to.

The convenient cord storage facility allows you to store the cord safely when the machine is not being used.

The Dual system coffee makers

A dual system Delonghi coffee maker, which makes it possible to brew espresso as well as coffee at the same time, is a must-have for families where different members have differing tastes when it comes to coffee. With easy to clean features and a wide range of prices to suit every budget, owning a Delonghi coffee maker allows you to start the day just right with your favorite brew.

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  • Classic brushed metal design with a 12-Cup carafe with ergonomic handle for comfortable, dripless pouring
  • Brew pause feature lets you enjoy a cup of coffee before brewing has finished. Adjustable heater plate (low, medium, high) ensures that your coffee stays at the temperature you like best
  • 24-hour advance brew start, programmable auto shutoff from 0 to 4 hours plus a 1- to 4-Cup feature when making less than 5 cups
  • Includes: Charcoal water filter and permanent gold tone filter that ensures only the freshest coffee flavor flows through. Measuring scoop. Instruction book
  • Measures 14-1/4 by 8 by 10-3/4 inches; 3-Year limited warranty


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The Cuisinart DCC-1200 Brew Central Coffeemaker

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Cuisinart introduces a coffeemaker with retro styling and the latest in high tech features, making it the centerpiece of any kitchen. The Cuisinart Brew Central coffeemaker is reminiscent of the days of classic styling and durable materials. A brushed metal exterior with retro-style controls houses the finest in coffee making technology. This coffeemaker even includes a charcoal water filter. The water filter ensures great tasting coffee by removing all of the impurities from the water. The Brew Central coffeemaker also comes with advanced features such as a programmable digital clock with 24 hour advanced-brew setting, an automatic shutoff, a self-cleaning function, and an audible beep that signals the end of the brew cycle, which makes brewing the best tasting coffee easy.

The Quest for a Perfect Cup of Coffee

It is generally agreed that there are four basic elements critical to the perfect cup:

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Water & Coffee Filters

Element 1. Water:
Coffee is 98% water. Often overlooked, the quality of the water is as important as the quality of the coffee. A good rule of thumb is that if your water doesn’t taste good from the tap, it won’t taste any better in your coffee. That’s why Cuisinart has added a water filter to the Brew Central coffeemaker. The charcoal water filter removes chlorine, bad tastes and odors, for the purest cup of coffee every time.

Element 2. Coffee:
While the bulk of the liquid is water, all of the flavor should be from the coffee. To achieve the same great quality of coffee you receive at a coffee bar, you need to use the same quality beans. Buy the beans fresh and whole, only about a two weeks’ supply at a time for maximum freshness. Once the coffee bean is broken, its flavor degrades very quickly. If it is not practical to buy small supplies, we recommend you separate larger amounts of beans into one to two week portions immediately after purchase, and freeze them in airtight containers. The best way to maximize freshness is to minimize exposure to air, light and moisture. So, once removed from the freezer, beans should be maintained in a sealed container at room temperature, since damaging condensation occurs every time the beans are removed from the freezer or refrigerator. Note that some coffee experts advise against freezing dark-roast beans, because freezing can cause the oils to coagulate. Other experts disagree. We suggest you experiment and decide yourself.

The Perfect Cup of Coffee
The Perfect Cup of Coffee

Element 3. Grind:
The grind of the coffee is critical for proper flavor extraction. If the grind is too fine, over extraction and bitterness will result. Too fine a grind may also clog the filter. If the grind is too coarse, the water will pass through too quickly and the desired flavors will not be extracted. A medium-fine grind is recommended.

Element 4. Proportion:
The cups on the Cuisinart coffeemaker measure 5 ounces. Add the amount of ground coffee that corresponds to the number of cups being brewed. Many coffee bars and the Specialty Coffee Association of America recommend adding 2 rounded tablespoons of coffee per 6 ounces of water. Some coffee manufactures recommend using 1 tablespoon per cup. Cuisinart recommends using 1 tablespoon of ground coffee per cup, but use more or less to suit your taste. Note: the maximum capacity for ground coffee is 15 tablespoons for the 12-cup coffeemaker. Exceeding this amount may cause overflow if the coffee is too finely ground.

Features and Benefits

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  1. Reservoir Cover: Flips back for easy filling.
  2. Water Reservoir: When filling the coffeemaker with water, refer to the carafe height markings and fill to the desired number of cups. Be sure to add a small amount of extra water to account for the amount of water lost in wetting the grounds and lost as steam during the brewing process.
  3. Showerhead: Distributes water evenly over coffee, reducing temperature loss as water passes through grounds.
  4. Water Filter: Charcoal water filter eliminates chlorine, calcium and bad tastes or odors from tap water. Cuisinart recommends changing the water filter every 60 days or 60 uses ‒ or more often if you have hard water.
  5. Filter Basket: Holds a #4 paper filter or a permanent filter.
  6. LCD Digital Clock: Displays the time of day and set time for automatic functions.
  7. Function Knob and Flip Switch: Used to initiate programming of automatic functions.
  8. The Auto On feature is used to program the start time of the brew cycle. The Auto On can be set for any time, day or night. The PM indicator is displayed on the LCD for nighttime program times. The Auto Off feature is used to shut off the coffeemaker at a preset time, anywhere from 0 to 4 hours. Note: To program the coffeemaker to shut off automatically, read the instructions included in the Instruction Manual under 'To program the Variable Auto Off'
    1. Heater Plate Control Knob: For controlling the temperature of the coffee after brewing. There are three temperature settings high, medium and low.
    2. 1-4 Cup Setting: The 1-4 cup setting button is used when you make small amounts of coffee. Normal coffeemakers will produce a colder batch of coffee when smaller amounts are made, because the heater doesn’t have enough time to properly ‘warm up’ to heat a small amount. The 1-4 setting basically ‘double heats’ the water, making your smaller amounts as piping hot as a full pot would be. To use simply press the 1-4 button on the control panel after turning on the unit.
    3. Retro-style flip switch is used to turn your coffeemaker on and off and works in tandem with the function knob.
  9. Clean Setting: Tells you when it’s time to clean your coffeemaker. Remove built-up calcification from the water reservoir, to help extend the life of your coffeemaker.
  10. Brew Pause: Stops flow of coffee from basket when carafe is removed (30 seconds max) from the heater plate, so a cup can be poured in mid-brew. Since the flavor extraction rate varies during the brew cycle, we recommend allowing the brewing cycle to finish before pouring the coffee. The coffee brewed at the beginning of the cycle has a flavor profile which is very different from the flavor at the end of the cycle. Once the coffee has finished brewing, stir it before serving to blend the flavors. The coffee at the bottom of the carafe will be somewhat stronger than the coffee at the top.
  11. Carafe: The easy pour, no drip glass carafe has an ergonomic handle and brewed coffee markings for two to twelve cups.
  12. Heating Plate: Scratch resistant with black, nonstick coating.
  13. Ready Tone: Signals the end of the brew cycle with five beeps (coffee will continue to stream from the filter for a few seconds after the tone).


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What Countries Produce Coffee Beans?

Coffee is produced in over 30 countries. As a result of each country's specific rainfall, sunshine, temperature, humidity, winds, and seasonal changes; the coffees from around the world all have their own characteristics and flavors. However, the similarities that all coffee-growing countries do share is that they are tropical countries located in the equatorial belt at 25 degrees N to 30 degrees S. Coffee plants like generous amounts of rain and steady temperatures around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. They also prefer volcanic soil, plenty of shade, and good drainage.

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There are two types of coffee plants that are grown for commercial coffee production: Arabica trees and Robusta trees. The Arabica bush originated from Ethiopia and flourishes at high altitudes above 2,000 feet. It was first cultivated in Yemen and still grows wild in Ethiopia. It prefers a temperate climate and produces the highest quality coffee.

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The Robusta tree is a smaller plant that originated in the Congo and thrives below 2,000 feet. Although the beans produce a lesser quality coffee with a harsher flavor it is mostly resistant to disease; making it quite abundant. It prefers equatorial heat and humidity.

The following countries are producers of coffee beans:
Angola Australia Bolivia Burundi Cameroon China Cuba Dominican Republic Ecuador El Salvador Galapagos Islands Guadeloupe Haiti Honduras Ivory Coast Le Reunion Madagascar Martinique Mozambique Panama Peru Puerto Rico Philippines South Africa Saint Helena Sudan Surinam Tahiti Taiwan Uganda Venezuela Vietnam Zaire Zambia Zimbabwe

Each producing country uses a different system to classify their coffees but four general classifications are used. "High Grown Milds" are coffee beans grown at locations over 2,000 feet; "Brazils" are Arabica beans produced in Brazil and grown at less than 2,000 feet; "Milds"are low-grown Arabica beans produced in countries other than Brazil; and "Robustas" include Robutsa coffee beans produced mainly in Brazil, Africa, and southeast Asia.

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  • Brewing pause 'n serve lets you pour a cup of coffee while the coffeemaker is still brewing
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What Is The History of Coffee Makers and Coffee

Coffee is one of the most preferred beverages for maximum number of people and coffee maker is a common appliance that you can find in many household. First trace of coffee came out of Abyssinia and in the vicinity of the Red Sea around 700 AD. Contemporary Africans used to use coffee berry pulp during rituals and even for health.

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Origin of these coffee machines

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History reveals that there were traces of coffee makers during the period of the Turks. However, the creation of first such machine took place in 1818.

The Arrival of Various Coffee Essentials

During the period of 1835 and 1850, coffee pots became famous as the "cowboy pots". These pots became hugely popular among the cowboys and thus, such naming originated. That was the time, various items related to coffee started to become available in the market. Whether it is roaster, pressure steamers, grinders, glass balloons, etc. everything was available in plenty.

The First Popular Percolator

Manning-Bowman Percolator was among the first few percolators that became popular among the users. This model was available in various parts of the United States from 1890. A linen cloth was used to make this unit and after every use, it has to be cleaned.

Introduction of Paper Filter

Cleaning linen cloth every time after use was not convenient and hence when the paper filter arrived, it was widely accepted. The first paper filter was introduced in 1912 and it maintained the popularity for almost fifty years. In 1960, coffee pots that combined disposable filters arrived in the market. The usage of such pots became popular mostly in the commercial places.

The Revolution of Mr. Coffee

The year that chanced the scenario of the coffee makers was 1972. In this year, Mr. Coffee coffee machines were introduced and these units included disposable filter and the process of automatic drip. Till date, Mr. Coffee is a name to reckon with. The brand is one of the largest coffee makers even today. The brand has always been popular because they modified their products and offered more useful units to the customers. In fact, the coffee price raised sky high during 1977, Mr. Coffee introduced as a machine that used to produce excellent taste of coffee using fewer coffee grounds.

Arrival of the Timer

After a couple of years, many coffee machines started to include timer. With this feature, the users can set time and the machine will automatically make coffee according to it.

Gradually, people felt the need of a machine that can prepare many cups of coffee at one time, which could be a handy to treat the guests. Mr. Coffee introduced a model in 1989 that was capable of preparing four cups.

Till date, coffee maintains its popularity and various innovations are taking place in terms of the coffee makers.

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Cuisinart Coffee Maker

The Cuisinart coffee maker is a popular choice that has been leading the way for delivering a limitless amount of individuals with the best in top quality products for many years. This has been made possible in part because of the high quality and durability of the parts that are used in the making of this well-known name brand product. There are more people every single day who are located all around the globe that are taking advantage of the fabulous taste and delicious smelling aroma that the Cuisinart coffee maker is consistently known for providing.

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This trusted brand features a variety of stylish models that offer a numerous amount of coffee lovers the convenient options they are looking to find that will also offer them the utmost in delicious flavor. They are offered at several different price ranges that will largely depend on the specific options that you choose. One of the most enjoyed options among many individuals is the timer system that will allow you the advantage of being able to preset the unit to begin making a fresh hot brewed pot of java any time you would like it to begin making. Just imagine being able to wake up to a hot fresh cup of coffee that has already been made for you. There are several other handy options that you can find featured in the Cuisinart coffee maker as well, and many of these models are offered at very reasonable prices. Although there are many benefits that can be found in the automatic shut off option that will shut the machine off after a pre-determined period of time, in some models you can also program the unit to continue warming the liquid even after the initial warming period has passed.

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Whether you are an individual who is looking for a style and design that offers the choice of only brewing one cup of hot java to tantalize your taste buds with, or if you have a demand for a much larger amount that is offered in the larger 12 cup sizes, you can be assured that you will easily be able to find the perfect Cuisinart coffee maker to suit your individual needs. What better way to enjoy one of America's favorite hot and tasty drinks than by having it made from a name you can always depend on? Before making your final selections, be sure to brows the variety of models and options that are available.

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Black Friday Mr. Coffee 12-Cup Carafe - Black 2011 Deals

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Black Friday Mr. Coffee 12-Cup Carafe - Black Feature

  • 12-Cup replacement decanter
  • Fits Mr. Coffee CG13, CGX23, DR13, DRX23, DW13, DWX23, JWX27, NC13, NCX23, PL13, PLX23, SK13, SKX23, TF13, TFX23


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The Mr. Coffee 12 Cup Replacement Carafe is compatible with CG, CJ, DR, DW, JW, NC, PL, SK, and TF series coffeemakers. Mr. Coffee has been making automatic drip coffeemakers for more than 35 years and is one of America's most trusted brands.



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Decorating Coffee Tables

A coffee table is the centerpiece of a room. It acts as a focal point, dominating the center of a space, with everything else in the room arranging itself around this one central piece. Since it is so prominent you are able to use it as a stage, where you can display for your decorative inspirations. Or you can leave it bare, or sparse, and create a Zen like atmosphere.

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The truth is that the most functional coffee table is a bare one. When its empty, its like a work station, a place where you can read male, play a game, put a puzzle together, or even have a meal. As soon as you start putting things on top, the table becomes a lot less useful.

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However that doesn't mean you can't decorate a little bit. Not everything has to be functional; some things can just be beautiful. Besides, as long as you leave a little space around the edges, people will still be able to use the table for some purposes.

Magazines and books are the most common items you will find on a coffee table. They are useful items that can provide distraction and entertainment to guests or family members. They are also a way of demonstrating your personality, because what you read, says a lot about who you are.

If you want to get creative, decorative accents can be arranged in any of a variety of patterns. These can include picture frames, candles holders, and decorative figurines. You can also use vases, or pots to create attractive floral arrangements.

A coffee table is a central accessory in a room. You can either choose to leave it bare and functional, or you can get creative, working your decorative magic across the surface of the piece.

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Black Friday Farberware 50124 Classic Yosemite Stainless Steel Percolator 2011 Deals

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  • Sleek percolator brews 4 to 8 cups coffee
  • Permanent filter basket; no messy paper filters needed
  • Made of 18/10 stainless steel polished to mirror-finish
  • Stay-cool synthetic handle; dishwasher safe
  • Measures 8-1/4 by 6-5/6 by 9 inches


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Black Friday Farberware 50124 Classic Yosemite Stainless Steel Percolator Specifications

Sleek and contemporary, this gleaming percolator brews from four to eight cups of coffee on the stovetop for full, old-fashioned flavor. A permanent filter basket (no messy paper filters needed) provides modern efficiency. The handle is synthetic (to stay cool) and slightly textured, a combination ensuring safe, comfortable pouring. Because the percolator is made of highly polished 18/10 stainless steel, the beauty of its gleaming mirror finish is long-lasting. To fully maintain the finish, the percolator should be hand washed, although the filter basket and glass cap can go into the dishwasher. The percolator stands 8-1/2 inches high on a 6-1/4-inch-diameter base. --Fred Brack

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Learn How to Make Coffee Wine

If this is something that you have never heard of before, then you are in for a real treat! Coffee adds interesting characteristics to wine, and there is even a wine produced in Texas called Pecan Mocha Wine that sets a precedent. Coffee flavors within wine add interesting characteristics, and they will result in a semi-sweet taste within your vino.

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One interesting thing to note is that coffee and wine are not as different as you may think. Any wine drinker already understands that wine that needs to be properly aged to bring out the best flavors and characteristics, but coffee is actually the same. Specific types of gourmet coffee can be aged for years at a time to help the flavors develop and mature more deeply. This is a more expensive and valuable type of coffee, similar to a fine wine.

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For an interesting recipe, you will need 1/2 a pound of fresh coffee grounds, 2 1/2 pounds of dark brown sugar, 1 1/2 tsp. citric acid, 1/4 tsp. tannin, 7 1/2 pints of water, 1 tsp. yeast, and wine yeast. To make this a simple coffee wine recipe, all you have to do is bring the water in a large pot to a boil. Stir in the brown sugar until it dissolves completely, and then stir in the coffee grounds until the water boils. Remove this mixture from heat, and allow it to cool completely. Mix together the citric acid, yeast, and tannin. Strain the coffee mixture through cheesecloth or muslin to remove the coffee grounds, and throw them away. Add the wine yeast to the second mixture, and combine the two mixtures together. Cover with a cloth or napkin. As the mixture begins to ferment, put it in an airtight container. Allow this mixture to age for 60 days, and then bottle to your liking.

This is an interesting wine recipe to try, and it may take some practice! It will bring deep and delicious flavors into your average glass of wine, and you may be surprised at how much the coffee adds to the wine as it ferments.

Overall, coffee is a beverage that is often compared to wine because of the complexities in the flavor characteristics enjoyed by connoisseurs alike. As a coffee connoisseur, you might find yourself sniffing and sipping your Java within a cupping, reminiscent of an actual wine tasting. Likewise, coffee and wine both have similar industries as agricultural products grown within certain regions well known for their coffee and wine production.

Many wine drinkers have their own favorite wine of choice, and they will probably be able to tell you details about the year the grapes were grown, where they are from, and their growing conditions. In the same way, many coffee lovers are beginning to find out more about the cultivation of their coffee beans and the manner in which they affect their brew product. Take the time to sample more varieties of coffee beans from different regions for a greater understanding of your cup of Joe!

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Espresso Coffee Makers - What's the Difference Between Them All?

Espresso coffee makers come in different types, styles and price points. So how do you tell one from the other and what is the best coffee maker for your needs? Just look at any kitchen shop or department store and there's a huge range of coffee making devices and machines.

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But which will make you the great cup of coffee you deserve - even need! For most people budget is the biggest factor when selecting their next coffee maker. That doesn't mean you have to compromise on quality or flavor but you do need to know a bit about each type of coffee maker so let's see what's what in the coffee making world.

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Coffee at a slow drip

Perhaps the most well known of the coffee makers, the drip coffee maker is in most kitchens in the US, as well as in most hotel rooms. There's a whole variety that will allow you to make 1 cup, 6 or 12 cup pots, to semi programmable machines that can produce coffee to a schedule. Becoming more popular is the style that produces vacuum coffee pots that don't need the heating element to keep the coffee warm.

The basis of the drip coffee maker is very simple. Coffee is placed in a filter basket and hot water is slowly passed through the grounds to produce the coffee. The filter basket is usually lined with a filter paper, but there are some that use a fine mesh instead. Whilst these are more eco-friendly (and you'll never run out of filter papers) they may occasionally let some of the ground through.

These machines can produce a good cup of coffee reasonably quickly and cheaply but you'd never mistake it for espresso. If your set on getting an espresso on a budget then the next category may be for you.

Back to the Future With Stove Top Percolators

If you travel through Europe; Italy especially, then these are coffee makers you'll find in most homes. The stove top percolator is a multi part pot that goes onto the stove to produce an excellent cup of coffee in the espresso style. You may even get the crema effect using one of these makers and all it takes is 5 - 10 minutes which is the same as a drip machine. There are more modern versions that use electricity but part of the charm of these coffee makers is their simplicity and the fact that there's almost nothing to go wrong with it.

Just fill the bottom part of the percolator with cold water, the filter basket with coffee (generally with an espresso grind) and place on the stove. The hot water percolates up through the coffee grounds and collects it the top. When the makes starts to gurgle, take it off the heat and serve an excellent cup of coffee.

These coffee makers are cheap, easy to use and last a long time if taken care of. The down side is that they produce small amounts of coffee (a 6 cup machine will typically produce the equivalent of 3 -4 shots of espresso) and care needs to be taken when cleaning them.

Solo Coffee Drinking

A growing trend in coffee drinking is producing individual cups of coffee. To fill this new demand, there are more and more one cup coffee makers appearing. The majority of these coffee makers use a single serving pod of coffee to make the cup. This is ideal for a home that only has one coffee drinker, or where different flavors of coffee are required.

Of course having specially packaged individual pods of different flavors and styles does come at a premium so using this type of coffee maker can work out to be more expensive that the other coffee makers.

Is a Genuine Espresso Possible?

At the very pinnacle of coffee makers is the espresso coffee maker. These machines are the most expensive and can be the most hi tech. They range in price from a couple of hundred dollars to several thousand for a top of the line machine. So is paying the extra worth it? To be honest that really depends on your coffee drinking habits.

If all you drink is the occasional espresso then a lower end pure espresso maker will fit the bill. If you're a more regular drinker and want a mix of styles then a combination coffee and espresso maker will probably suit you better.

Many of these coffee makers are fairly complex machines, some with many options and abilities. The down side of this is that there is a lot more to go wrong and they do wear out. A proper espresso maker will push hot water through the coffee at fairly high pressure so they don't last forever, so take care if you're looking at the low end of the budget scale.

It may make more sense to pay a little more for an espresso coffee maker that is well made and will last longer than the cheaper models.

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Black Friday West Bend 58030 12-30 Automatic Party Perk 2011 Deals

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Black Friday West Bend 58030 12-30 Automatic Party Perk Feature

  • 30-cup automatic coffeemaker with 2-way dripless faucet for easy serving
  • Brews 1 cup per minute; automatic temperature control
  • Twist-lock cover helps prevent accidental spillage
  • Heat-resistant handles, base, lid, filter basket tip for added safety
  • Measures 15 by 9-1/2 inches; 1-year warranty


Black Friday West Bend 58030 12-30 Automatic Party Perk Overview

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Black Friday West Bend 58030 12-30 Automatic Party Perk Specifications

This polished aluminum coffeemaker brews coffee and then lets brunch guests or executives at a breakfast meeting serve themselves. The coffeemaker brews up to 30 cups of coffee and averages about one cup per minute in brewing time. For accurate filling, the urn has water level markings on its interior. The coffeemaker has a red serving light that illuminates when brewing is complete and the coffee is ready to pour. The two-way faucet pours easily and is dripless. An automatic temperature control keeps coffee warm as long as it is plugged into an outlet. For safety from burns, the filter basket has a cool tip and the handles, base, and lid are all heat-resistant. Additionally, the coffeemaker’s cover twists to lock, ensuring that accidental spilling will not occur. The coffeemaker comes with a detachable cord for easy storage. This appliance is covered by West Bend under a 1-year warranty. --Cristina Vaamonde

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