Archive for the Category ◊ Coffee Machines ◊

Author: Sally
• Tuesday, June 28th, 2011

Bosch Coffee Maker Review: The Bosch 900-Watt 12 Cup Coffee Maker

Bosch has become one of the leading names in small kitchen appliances. The Bosch coffee makers have gotten especially high marks for durability and making great tasting cups of coffee while being easy to clean. These coffee makers come in various different sizes and styles. This is a review of one of the larger Bosch coffee makers, the 900-watt 12 cup coffee maker.

Features of the Bosch Coffee Maker

Like any Bosch coffee maker the Bosch 900-watt 12 cup coffee maker has some nice features that make this coffee maker an attractive choice. Some of these features include:
  • Glass Carafe with brew through lid
  • Special brew and aroma systems to provide superior flavor
  • Brew pause, that lets you pause the brewing long enough to pour that first delicious cup and then continue brewing the rest of the pot
  • Water level display
  • dishwasher safe filter
  • 1 year warranty
  • reasonably priced at around $40.00 to $45.00
This Bosch coffee maker was designed for those coffee lovers who like to keep things simple. There are no programmable features on this coffee maker you just put in the water and the coffee and flip a switch it is that simple and easy.
However, the reviews on this coffee maker are mixed with some users loving this machine while other found it wanting. How high the reviews are seems to depend on just what the user expected from a mid price machine.

Pros of the Bosch 900-Watt 12 cup coffee maker

  • great tasting coffee
  • easy to clean
  • simple operation just on and off
  • shuts itself off after two hours
  • anti-spill feature is nice
  • coffee is nice and hot
One thing that users who liked this coffee maker seemed to emphasize over and over was just how hot a cup of coffee you get from this Bosch coffee maker. It seems that when it comes to a really hot decent cup of coffee most people agree that this machine blows the competition away.

Cons of the Bosch 900-Watt 12 cup coffee Maker

Surprisingly since this Bosch coffee maker only got average reviews users had few negative comments to make about this machine. A few users felt that the plastic parts could be stronger but, even these complaints were the exception rather than the norm.
The Bosch 900-Watt 12 cup coffee maker is a simple to use easy to clean machine. Most users agree that this coffee maker makes an excellent cup of coffee that is hotter than most. They like the simplicity of this machine and that there are no complicated features making it necessary to take a training course to use. They love the fact that this coffee maker just has an on/off switch.
While some did question the quality of the plastic parts on this machine overall, it seems to be a good coffee maker sold at a reasonable price. The one year warranty makes it an even better buy.

Bosch TAS4511UC Tassimo Single-Serve Coffee Brewer, Silk Silver

  • Single-serve coffee brewer brews at the touch of a button in about a minute
  • Uses T-Discs with barcode technology; beverages pour directly from T-Disc into cup
  • No measuring, no fuss, and virtually no cleanup; customizable size and strength
  • LED user interface; 67-ounce removable water tank; 2 MAVEA water filters included
  • Measures 13-1/4 by 8 by 11 inches; 1-year parts-and-labor warranty
Better Brewing By Design TASSIMO is a brewing system unlike any other. Remarkable in its ability to offer an exceptional combination of quality, convenience, consistency and versatility. Only TASSIMO offers a choice of coffee, cappuccinos and lattes made with real milk, crema, tea and hot chocolate. Each perfectly brewed, fresh by the cup, at the touch of a button. The secret to brewing each cup perfectly is the patented TASSIMO DISC (T DISC) technology. A unique barcode on each T DISC tells the TASSIMO machine how to prepare your chosen beverage using the optimal brew time, temperature, and amount of water. Because the brewing takes place inside the T DISC, you can prepare different drinks, one after the other, with no flavor transfer
List Price: $ 169.99
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Bosch TAS6515UC Tassimo Single-Serve Coffee Brewer, Twilight Titanium

  • Single-serve coffee brewer brews at the touch of a button in about a minute
  • Uses T-Discs with barcode technology; beverages pour directly from T-Disc into cup
  • No measuring, no fuss, and virtually no cleanup; customizable size and strength
  • LCD display; 67-ounce removable water tank
  • Measures 13-1/5 by 8 by 11 inches; 1-year limited warranty
Better brewing by design. Tassimo is a brewing system unlike any other. Remarkable in its ability to offer an exceptional combination of quality, convenience, consistency and versatility. Only Tassimo offers a choice of coffee, cappuccinos and lattes made from real milk. Cup stand lights switch off when not in use for more than 5-minutes. Tassimo is the only hot beverage system to feature perfectly brewed starbucks coffee. Each T disc’s bar code signals to the machine the optimal amount of water and temperature required. This heats the water extremely quickly and more efficiently than traditional methods.
List Price: $ 199.99
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Bosch TKA 2830 UC 900-Watt 12-Cup Coffeemaker, White

  • 12-cup-capacity glass carafe with brew-through lid
  • Special brew and aroma systems for perfect flavor
  • Pour a cup midbrew with convenient brew-pause feature
  • Removable dishwasher-safe coffee filter; water-level display
  • Measures 12-1/2 by 7-1/2 by 9-3/4 inches; 1-year warranty
Bosch TKA-2830UC 12 Cup Coffee Maker
Compact design with front operation, non-drip insert filter, glass carafe with brew-through lid, hot plate, auto shut off and cord rewind.For those who are intimidated by complex home electronics, Bosch’s basic 900-watt coffeemaker brews up to 12 cups of java and requires no programming besides flipping the power switch on. The unit has special brewing and aroma systems that bring out excellent flavor in coffee. Ground coffee goes in the nondrip insert filter, which takes No. 4 paper filters and removes easily for rinsing by hand or running through the dishwasher. A water-level indicator is visible from both sides of the coffeemaker for monitoring the number of cups that are brewing. Coffee brews thr
List Price: $ 69.99
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Bosch TAS1000UC Tassimo Single-Serve Coffee Brewer, Anthracite

  • Fully automatic single-serve coffee brewer uses T-Discs with barcode technology
  • No measuring, no fuss, and virtually no cleanup; customizable size and strength
  • 3.3 bars of pressure; LED user interface; height-adjustable cup stand; water-level indicator
  • Automatically reverts to stand-by mode to save on energy; flow-through water heater
  • Measures 13-1/5 by 8 by 11 inches
Better brewing by design, Tassimo is a brewing system unlike any other. Remarkable in its ability to offer an exceptional combination of quality, convenience, consistency and versatility. Only tassimo offers a choice of coffee, cappuccinos and lattes made.
List Price: $ 129.99
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Author: Sally
• Wednesday, June 15th, 2011

A Guide to Nespresso Cups – the ones that started the individual coffee serving revolution

nespresso cupsThe Nespresso name started almost twenty-three years ago, and it was a simple revolutionary idea in order to create the perfect cup of Espresso coffee. Nespresso cups can be used to deliver cups of coffee with an exquisite taste and an aroma that can only be described as being tantalizing.

It is true to say that Nespresso has changed the way that coffee lovers think, and this has happened all around the world. This company has made it possible for coffee lovers to enjoy their espresso in a number of different ways through the use of some coffees that are of a premium quality, and in order to do this they have invented some very smart coffee machines and cups. The Nespresso name is very popular, and they are a company that is striving to always maintain a high level of professionalism and also exceptional customer care.

It is true to say that cups can define the personality of someone, as it is possible to get Nespresso cups that are sophisticated, elegant and also playful. Nespresso have a wide range of cups to choose from therefore there is something to suit all tastes.

The range of Nespresso cups are made up of a number of different collections, and these include the ritual collection, premium collection, glass collection, citiz collection and also the classical collection. The ritual collection consists of the ritual ristretto, ritual espresso, ritual lungo, ritual cappuccino and also the ritual mug.

The shape of Nespresso cups has inspired the ritual ristretto cups. These cups are elegant and they have been expertly designed for serving the Grand Cru. These cups are available as a set of two and they come complete with the saucers. These are elegant light cups that have been perfectly designed to enable people to enjoy a nice cup of espresso coffee. It would be fair to say that the Nespresso cups that form the ritual collection have been modeled on the coffee capsule, and they are all elegant cups that have been designed to allow people to enjoy a relaxing cup of coffee.

The shape of the Nespresso cups has also inspired the ritual lungo cups. These are elegantly designed small cups, which are perfect for serving a delicious cup of coffee. These cups are available as a set of two and they come complete with the saucers. These cups allow you to serve a one hundred and ten milliliters serving of coffee; however, it is possible to get slightly bigger cups that will mean that you are able to serve one hundred and seventy milliliters of coffee.

Like the other cups in the ritual range the shape of the Nespresso cups have inspired the shape of the cappuccino cups and also the ritual cups. The cappuccino cups are available in a set of two and they come complete with the saucers. The cappuccino cups make it possible to serve coffee in sizes of both one hundred and twenty milliliters and also one hundred and seventy milliliters.

50 NESPRESSO Capsules Varieties COFFEE NEW

  • 5 x 10 different varieties Nespresso capsules NEW
  • 10xRistretto,10xLivanto
  • 10xArpeggio,10xCapriccio
  • 10xRoma
  • Imported from Israel
You are bidding on 5 x 10 different varieties Nespresso capsules
(10xRistretto,10xArpeggio,10xRoma,10xLivanto,10xCapriccio)
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Swissmar Capstore Vista Storage Rack for 40 Nespresso Coffee Capsules

  • Keep your Nespresso coffee capsules neat, organized, and easily reachable
  • Turntable-style storage unit allows access from all sides
  • Store up to 40 Nespresso single-serve capsules
  • Capsules are not included
  • Chromed wire frame with polished stainless steel finish; measures 14-1/2 inches tall
The Swissmar Cap Store Vista 40 offers compact storage on a rotating base for Nespresso single-serve coffee capsules. Keep your favorite capsules organized and accessible, and keep the countertops neat and tidy. Designed to hold 40 capsules, which are not included.
List Price: $ 40.00
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50 nespresso capsules mixed flavors New

  • 10 NESPRESSO VIVALTO LUNGO
  • 10 NESPRESSO COSI
  • 10 NESPRESSO ONIRIO
  • 10 NESPRESSO ARPEGGIO
  • 10 NESPRESSO VOLLUTO
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Swissmar Mountable Storage Unit for Nespresso Coffee Capsules

  • Mountable storage unit keeps your Nespresso coffee capsules neat and organized
  • Two strong adhesive strips for easy installation: no holes or drilling
  • Can store up to 40 Nespresso single-serve capsules, capsules are not included
  • Chromed wire frame with polished stainless steel finish
  • Measures 7.2 by 1.2 by 15.2 inches; weighs approximately 1 pound
The Swissmar Cap Store Fila 40 is designed to hold and store up to forty Nespresso single-serve coffee capsules. Thanks to two easy adhesive strips, the unit is easy to hang- no drilling or holes in the wall. Keeps your favorite capsules on hand and the countertops neat and tidy. Capsules are not included
List Price: $ 30.00
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Nifty Home Products Nespresso Chrome 40 Capsule Carousel

  • Chrome finished steel
  • 4-tier design holds up to 40 Nespresso capsules
  • Lazy-Susan style base rotates for easy access
  • Wipe clean
Have a hot cup of coffee at your fingertips with this Nespresso Capsule Carousel by Nifty Home Products. Store up to 40 of your favorite brews in this convenient four-tier, lazy-Susan style rotating carousel. Its chrome finish will look great on any counter top, right next to your Nespresso Home Brewing System.
List Price: $ 23.95
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Nespresso CitiZ C120 Automatic and programmable Espresso and Lungo Machine w/Frother, Fire-engine red

  • 8.07 X 13.46 X 10.16
  • water tank: 1 liter
  • 19 bars of pressure
  • Folding Drip tray for latte machiatto glass
  • Energy power save mode
Automatic and programmable coffee quantity (Espresso and Lungo)
List Price: $ 349.00
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50 NESPRESSO Capsules VOLLUTO COFFEE NEW

List Price: $ 55.95
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50 Nespresso Capsules Onirio Limited Edition Coffee New

  • 50 NESPRESSO Capsules ONIRIO LIMITED EDITION COFFEE NEW
50 NESPRESSO Capsules ONIRIO LIMITED EDITION COFFEE NEW
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