- How many cups does the carafe hold?
- The glass carafe holds 1.8 liters, which the maker rates at 12 cups. That is roughly twelve 5-ounce cups, fewer if you pour larger mugs.
- Can I set it to brew before I wake up?
- Yes. The 12-hour timer lets you set a brew time in advance, and the machine starts on its own. You need to fill the water and add grounds the night before.
- Does it keep coffee hot after brewing?
- Yes. A warming plate under the carafe holds the coffee hot after the cycle ends. Coffee left on the plate for a long time picks up a cooked, bitter taste.
- What kind of filter does it use?
- It uses a removable basket filter, so you can use paper basket filters or, if the basket is fine enough, ground coffee directly. Rinse the basket after each pot.
- Can I pour a cup while it is still brewing?
- No. This model has no brew-pause feature, so wait for the cycle to finish before pulling the carafe out.
- Is it good for a small household?
- It works, but a full pot is a lot for one or two people. Brewing half a carafe is fine, though the machine is built around the 12-cup capacity.
- Where is the Drip Coffee Maker 12 Cup Programmable Drip with Glass Carafe, 12-Hour Auto Brew Timer, Keep Warm Plate, Easy Clean Filter Basket cheapest?
- At LINKChef, for $109.99, as of our latest check.