Most Americans can’t start their day until their first sips of coffee pass their lips. While still grown and harvested the same way for centuries, the variety of options to brew your favorite cup-of-joe has greatly evolved during recent years. Here is a roundup of the latest and greatest coffee machines that are guaranteed to bring you to a state of java nirvana.
Keurig Vue V700 Brewer
The Keurig Vue V700 offers coffee lovers an abundance of choice, advanced features and the ability to customize each and every cup! The Keurig Vue V700 brewer features an easy-to-use, interactive touch screen which allows you to customize a wide variety of beverages including coffee, tea, cocoa, cider, iced beverages – even two-step milk-based beverages such as cappuccinos and lattes – in less than a minute. The new Keurig Vue V700 Brewer allows the user to brew stronger, bigger and hotter beverages than ever before! The Keurig Vue Packs are eco-friendly, made of #5 recyclable plastic. ($229.99; www.keurig.com)
Starbucks Verismo System
The Verismo System is Starbucks single cup machine that allows you to make espresso, brewed coffee – even a Cafè Latte and other signature beverages -all in the comfort of your own home. The Verismo V-580 and V585 brewers use specially packaged pods to recreate the recipes found in your local Starbucks. Both Verismo systems offer a high-pressure brewing system that heats up in 15 -20 seconds, variable temperature system for optimum coffee extraction and milk steaming and a height-adjustable drip tray for different sized cups. In addition, auto-off helps save energy and the built-in used pod removal automatically moves pods to storage for easy cleanup. The difference of the V-585 from the V-580 is greater water capacity and more brewing control with the V-585’s LED interface. (V-580: $199, V-585 $399; www.starbucks.com)
KRUPS XP2280 Combination Espresso and Coffee Machine
The KRUPS XP2280 Combination Espresso and Coffee Machine gets your morning started right. Whether you’re in the mood for coffee or want the bold brew of espresso, this machine delivers both at the press of a button. The 10-cup coffeemaker has a pause and serve feature that lets you remove carafe at any time to serve, while its warming plate keep the coffee hot for hours. On the espresso side there are three 3 functions : Espresso , Hot Water, Frother. Its 19-bar pump uses a patented precise tamp system that compresses the coffee grounds to produce consistent results every time. Both sides offer a completely programmable interface for the coffee house experience right at home. ($299; www.krups.com)
BODUM BISTRO b. over
The BODUM Bistro b. over coffee machine uses innovative technology to deliver perfectly brewed cups of coffee baristas would be proud of! Features include a paper filter-free descaling water filtration system, thermal carafe with borosilicate glass tubing system for optimum brewing temperature, silicone ‘showerhead’ water dispenser to evenly distribute filtered water over ground coffee, and a vacuum-sealed thermo jug with a double-wall stainless steel interior to keep brewed coffee hot for a long period of time. Other highlights include a removable water tank, 1450-watt spiral heating element, water level indicator, titanium-plated gold tone filter and an auto shut off function. Available in Black, Red, Lime Green and Off-White. ($250; www.bodum.com)
Jura ENA Micro 1
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The Jura ENA Micro 1 is the smallest automatic coffee center in the world and the first Jura machine exclusively dedicated to pressure brewed coffee or espresso. An eco-friendly alternative to pod and capsule machines, it brews from freshly ground coffee beans, cup by cup – for lower ingredient cost and better taste. It allows for up to three different cup sizes at two different aroma levels and includes a built-in burr grinder, sensor touch controls, and a thermoblock system to serve every cup piping hot. ($899; http://www.jura.com) .