Well So Much for that Coffee Maker

[puppetmaker]

My coffee maker has been dying by inches. Until today I was able to work around the various problems that it had created. But this morning the heating element went and that was that.

I can’t complain really. I had that coffee maker for over 17 years. And 17 years is a really good run for a coffee maker. I think my parents went through two or three in that time.

No coffee maker means no coffee means I am back in scary headache land if I don’t solve this.

I figured this one was going to be pretty simple. Go out and find something comparable to what I had.

*Sound of a large Buzzer* Nope.

The one I had ground my beans and then brewed the coffee. Well that is the higher end of coffee makers but the new trend is these coffee brewing packet monstrosities. I don’t like those with a passion. The ones I did find that did both didn’t strike my fancy. The grinding section was not well made. I could see so many ways that a part might break off or something wouldn’t fit right every time.

I ended up with a slightly smaller Cuisinart coffee maker and a grinder. The coffee maker carafe is metal so I can’t see when it is done. But I won’t live in fear of dropping it.

First cup is a little strong but I can adjust the brew very easily.

Now let’s see if it can last as long as my old coffee maker.

I am grateful for coffee makers that work.

Comments

[trinalin.livejournal.com]

I'm not a coffee drinker but my parents (and sister) are. When they lived in our home town, HardWaterVille, they could barely go a year before they had to replace their coffee maker. Now that they're in the larger town next door, the water is treated before it winds up in their houses and I think they've had the same coffee maker since they built the house (almost 5 years now). They also have a Keurig, which they enjoy for the occassional singleton in the afternoon/evening. And they've always had a separate grinder. Didn't know anyone made a grinder/maker combo (see, not a coffee drinker, me).

Put me in the Honor Harrington camp - I'd rather have hot chocolate for my morning beverage (though I use it sparingly).

[readinggeek451]

My brother J once had his coffee maker die on Christmas morning. He was very glad for stores that never close.