- Does the grinder grind directly into the brew basket?
- Yes. Beans go in the hopper and are ground straight into the filter basket before brewing. You can also bypass the grinder and use pre-ground coffee.
- How many cups does it actually brew?
- It is rated at 15 cups, using small cup measures. In practice that is roughly 10 to 12 standard mugs, and the thermal carafe holds the full batch.
- Does the thermal carafe keep coffee hot?
- Yes. The stainless steel carafe holds heat for hours without a hot plate, so the coffee does not develop a scorched taste.
- Can I set it to brew before I wake up?
- Yes. The programmable timer lets you set a brew time, and the grinder runs at the start of the cycle so the coffee is fresh.
- Is it hard to clean?
- The brew basket and carafe are removable and easy to wash. The grind chamber needs periodic cleaning to keep stale oils out of the coffee, which takes a few minutes.
- Does it work with pre-ground coffee?
- Yes. You can switch off the grinder and add pre-ground coffee to the basket, which is useful for decaf or a different roast.
- Where is the Krups Grind Aroma XL Drip Coffee Maker cheapest?
- At Tiny Lux, for $268.80, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Krups Grind Aroma XL Drip Coffee Maker?
- 3 stores we checked sell it, including Grooves-Inc.com, Amazon, Tiny Lux.