All across the United States people wake every morning to the most common type of coffee maker in the country… the drip coffee maker. It’s probably popular because of its ease of use and low cost. The coffee machines are available in a number of different sizes, colors, and styles. You’ll probably not find the same coffee maker in any 10 random homes. Studies report that this type of coffee maker is the most purchased home kitchen appliance. More than 14,000,000 are sold each year.
There are quite a few well know brands including Proctor-Silex, Braun, Black and Decker, and Cuisinart. However, the most well know brand is Mr. Coffee.
Not only will you find these machines in homes, but they are in offices nationwide. The machines work by dripping water through a filter containing coffee grounds. There are two basic types of filters – permanent and paper.
While paper filters are inexpensive they can affect the taste of the coffee. It is reported that some plastic filters also affect taste too. Metal filters will last longer than either of the former two filters. However, metal filters may require that the coffee beans are ground just a little more than you would need for the other filter types.
Auto-drip brewers offer a lot of special features. You have everything from high-end models to basic get-the-job done machines.
Basic features for all coffee machines include a filter basket, warming plate, and a water reservoir.
Additional features include brew pulse selection, clocks, digital displays, timers, permanent filters, indicator lights, and automatic shut-off. You can get a single cup machine or one that makes up to 12 cups of Jo!
