The drip coffee maker is an office kitchen classic. It is simple, but a few habits keep the coffee tasting good.
A drip coffee maker is enough for an office where people mostly drink black coffee, often at the same time, such as at a morning meeting. It is simple and brews several cups at once. Its weak spot is coffee sitting on the hot plate, so brew smaller batches and transfer the coffee to a thermal carafe.
Pros and limits
- Easy to use and brews several cups at once.
- No milk drinks without extra equipment.
- Coffee loses flavor when it sits on the hot plate.
How to brew better coffee
Use coffee ground for drip brewing and measure it according to the roaster's guidance. Wash the carafe daily and descale the brewer as the manual says.
When needs grow
If the team starts asking for cappuccinos and tea at all hours, compare other options in the vending machine guides (publisher's site).
FAQ
Is a paper filter necessary? Some brewers have a permanent filter. Paper makes cleanup easier.
How long can coffee stay in the pot? The shorter the better. A thermal carafe keeps flavor longer than a hot plate.