Well So Much for that Coffee Maker

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.