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Loaned it to a friend who loved it too. It takes a little extra effort to clean but I don't think it take more effort than a french press. I fill it a little more full and make 10 cups. Like a french press but no sediment. Clean tasting and brings out the finer points of coffee.
The "show" of making a pot is great too. Don't get me started. But if i really want to treat myself to a great cup of coffee, this is how I make it. Just a heads up, don't grind real fine, it clogs the sieve. This makes the best coffee I have ever had. The bite that a strong brew seems to always have is gone.
I heat the pot on my electric stove burner and I have had no problems. Put filter back on top pot. It's that simple. It takes me 6 minutes to make a pot of coffee - much faster than my electric coffee pot. No gas powered table burners or fancy gadgets necessary. remove filter and rinse it off.
I rinse the pot daily and put it in the dishwasher once a week. ) As soon as all the water moves to the bottom pot, remove the top pot, pour youself a cup. (I move it 4 inches away to a different part of the stove - it does not need a cool surface, just not a hot surface. (can you get any easier than that)Tips for 6 minute coffee: Fill bottom pot with very hot water (I have a hot/cold water dispenser, but hot tap water would also work). Water should be filling the top pot rapidly, as soon as there is a little water left in the bottom of the pot, slide it off the burner.
I do not know why so many people have a problem with this coffee pot. Put top pot on bottom pot (make sure it is straight and forms a good seal) use 1 level scoop (scoop included with coffee pot) of coffee for each cup of coffee you are brewing - 6 cups = 6 level scoops - put coffee in top pot, cover top pot. (make sure handle is not over heat source) While the water is heating, get the top pot and Clean out any old coffee grinds & Rinse the pot. I use regular ground coffee and it does not clog the filter. Put on burner.
The only drawback as compared to the "Barista" is that is must be carefully monitored on the stovetop. the Bodum Stovetop Vacuum coffee maker is 1/3 the cost, is still easily available. Coffee quality is excellent. Product performs as advertised and as expected. Comparable to Starbucks "Barista" coffee maker as to coffee quality; however.
The coffee takes a little longer to make, and a little more attention, but the flavor is well worth it. Our friends are always fascinated by the process, love the quality flavor of the coffee, and end up buying one themselves. Buy 2 and have replacement parts on hand for when you break something. We love our Bodum coffee - you may never drink StarBucks again. It provides hours of entertainment for friends as well.
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