Technivorm

We're always on the lookout for improved coffee brewing techniques that enhance the coffee experience. We hadn't found anything better than a manual pour-over using a good ol' Melitta #2 plastic cone. Drip coffee machines were a non-starter as they invariably produced a weak and bland coffee. When we found out that the Technivorm Moccamaster is one of the few coffee makers recognized by the Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA), the Specialty Coffee Association of Europe (SCAE) and endorsed by such high-falutin' foodies as Cook's Illustrated, we had to try it out. Wow! The Moccamaster makes some serious coffee, and actually makes a better extraction than our usual manual pour-over! We were stunned by the quality of the brew and are fans of the Technivorm. Mind you, it will set you back $300, but the Moccamaster is hand-built in the Netherlands, is rock solid, and will prepare 40 ounces of superb coffee in about 6 minutes. For a machine that will likely last for years, we think it's worth the cost.

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