NoJ Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 Once again, our coffee maker is kaput. Its not like it was abused, dropped, overused or whatever. It made 7 cups of semi strong coffee once a day. Now it does nothing. I know I've complained about this before but we cant seem to find a decent coffee maker that lasts more than a year. The one that just broke? We splurged and bought a higher end Black & Decker about 8 months ago thinking that this model would be our ticket to coffee pot longevity. But no, this one didn't even last a year. What is a java junkie to do? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
calvino Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 So far my current fresh press hasn't failed. (though I did drop it and it busted about 10 years or so ago - still using the same press, though - just needed to buy a new carafe) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KevinG Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 Once again, our coffee maker is kaput. Its not like it was abused, dropped, overused or whatever. It made 7 cups of semi strong coffee once a day. Now it does nothing. I know I've complained about this before but we cant seem to find a decent coffee maker that lasts more than a year. The one that just broke? We splurged and bought a higher end Black & Decker about 8 months ago thinking that this model would be our ticket to coffee pot longevity. But no, this one didn't even last a year. What is a java junkie to do? With the summer months coming, go cold-brewed. All you need is a jug/pitcher, a coffee filter, and a strainer. Makes fantastic coffee. http://www.chow.com/recipes/30487-basic-cold-brewed-coffee BTW any personal coffee maker does not get hot enough to make a a decent cup of coffee. Either go french press, or cold-brewed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Winston Legthigh Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 My coffee want list includes a burr grinder, a good electric kettle, and an aeropress. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 Don't most of the drip coffee machines cost like $20? At 7 cups/day for a year, that's a pretty good return. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
calvino Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 My electric kettle went out last year -- back to the kettle on gas stove. My electric stove went out out last month -- $500 or so later - it's fixed. NoJ can go my parents route -- kettle on gas stove and a cup with a scoop of instant. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uncool2pillow Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 My coffee want list includes a burr grinder, a good electric kettle, and an aeropress.I feel like I should be getting some money from Aeropress as much as I've exuded my love for it on various social networks. Cheap, easy (for a cup at a time, I still use the autodrip for really quick or large amounts), environmentally friendly, and a DAMN good cup of coffee. Whether you're drinking home roasted or Folgers, it improves upon any other brewing method. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Inside of Outside Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 Or stop drinking coffee, take all of that $ that used to be spent on coffee makers, filters, cold presses, coffee grounds, and Starbuck's double mocha cappucinos and spend it on reasonably-priced Wilco tickets. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uncool2pillow Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 Or stop drinking coffee, take all of that $ that used to be spent on coffee makers, filters, cold presses, coffee grounds, and Starbuck's double mocha cappucinos and spend it on reasonably-priced Wilco tickets.Sure, why not just give up beer too?? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Inside of Outside Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 Sure, why not just give up beer too??Heresy! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uncool2pillow Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 Exactly my point. I actually gave up alcohol for Lent. Couldn't handle that with coffee. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dagwave Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 When my son is home from school his reliability percentage hums at a solid 50%.But it's an extremely reliable 50%. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 Exactly my point. I actually gave up alcohol for Lent. Couldn't handle that with coffee.Sounds like the desperate decision of a loaded guy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted March 20, 2015 Author Share Posted March 20, 2015 I just went and bought another $20 maker. This time I'm saving the receipt and box. When it breaks, I'm returning it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 You should photograph (better yet, place a 24 hr surveillance camera on it) all dealings with the coffee maker from Day 1 so that when you and your team of lawyers take Mr. Coffee to court you have solid proof. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uncool2pillow Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 I just went and bought another $20 maker. This time I'm saving the receipt and box. When it breaks, I'm returning it.If something goes wrong, about 5 seconds in the microwave will fix it right up, guaranteed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted March 20, 2015 Author Share Posted March 20, 2015 I sense some snark there, Poncho. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uncool2pillow Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 I sense some snark there, Poncho. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted March 20, 2015 Author Share Posted March 20, 2015 Oh man, that skunk guy used to be my bit! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uncool2pillow Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 Isn't it a badger? Like "I'm badgering you" or something? Or am I just an idiot? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 I always thought it was a panda. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted March 20, 2015 Author Share Posted March 20, 2015 It could be a badger or a skunk. It cant be a panda because pandas don't do squats. EVERYBODY knows that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KevinG Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 It could be a badger or a skunk. It cant be a panda because pandas don't do squats. EVERYBODY knows that. I beg to differ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted March 20, 2015 Author Share Posted March 20, 2015 ^photo-shopped^ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
caliber66 Posted March 24, 2015 Share Posted March 24, 2015 Jesus Christ. It's a badger. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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