Keurig question

[Midnight Lady]

I love my new single cup Keurig that was a Christmas present.

If I have one complaint, it is that the coffee isn't HOT enough. It's drinkable immediately which means it starts to cool immediately. I've tried pouring boiling water into the mug first to warm it up and this has a minimal improvement.

Is anyone else having this issue? Is the temperature pre-set and is there any way you can change it?

[cob666]

Mine doesn't have this problem, could be that you just aren't as heat sensitive as others?

Call Keurig support.

[Tonekat]

Pat, sounds like it needs a mod!

Any Keurig tinkerers out there?

[Scott57]

I believe that was a common complaint of the first edition single-cup makers (the ones with the round, spring tops). The newer (square tops) were suppose to have corrected that issue. I have the "square top" one and don't have a problem with my coffee staying hot.

[rybass]

Mine is way too hot when first brewed. It's hard to hold the cup.

[joeybsyc]

Mine has adjustable temp setting.... 192 is the max and it is HOT

[Johnnyr]

May just be a problem with yours. Mine's plenty hot.

[mcknigs]

We just got one at work. The coffee is too hot for me to drink for a few minutes after it's made. Hopefully the OP's is adjustable.

[GuitarKidd]

I always heard that you don't want the water too hot. Hotter water can make the brew to bitter. Not that I have tried and taste tested it, but I have read that many times. Even your "French Press" people say that the water needs to be about 178, I think.

[jollygreen]

Take it back. See if another one is different.

I got mine at Bed, Bath and Beyond. After the unit had stayed on for several hours it wouldn't dispense any liquid. I took it back and exchanged it no questions asked.

Sometimes they don't all function correctly. Sounds like you might have one of those? The coffee out of my Kuerig is at least as hot as the coffee from my Mr. Coffee.

[Midnight Lady]

Thanks for the input everyone.

I checked their webpage and one of the FAQ related to temperature. They said in the newer models it is adjustable - but only DOWNWARDS, that the preset temp is 192. Hmm... Maybe it's me?

:bonk

[Matt Jones]

192 should be pretty hot. I have a basic one at home and there's another with all the bells and whistles at work. Both seem to be the same temperature and always hot enough for me.

[travisvwright]

I always heard that you don't want the water too hot. Hotter water can make the brew to bitter. Not that I have tried and taste tested it, but I have read that many times. Even your "French Press" people say that the water needs to be about 178, I think.
Hmm, I didn't know this. I always thought the hottest the best. 192 is too hot for me but I brew at that then wait around for it to be drinkable. Maybe I'll lower it.

[bwires]

Question: Are you adding "cold" water to the resevoir? Not sure if the water is being heated for a specific amount of time OR to a specific temperature. If the heating is time based, the temperature of the "input" water will affect the temperature of the "output" water. Maybe try lukewarm water? That's what I do. I have gallon jugs of spring water in the pantry.

And yes, they say that the pre-set temp is 192. Think they have a thermometer in there or is it just a simple timer?

[rmconner80]

Over time the heating element will get coated with mineral precipitates from your water. This affects heating efficiency and ultimately lowers the temperature of the output brew. There are directions on how to clean / maintain the element in the manual (vinegar and water soak - the acid disolves the calcium / basic mineral sediment). It's kind of a pain in the ass to do but it does help.

However since your unit is fairly new, unless you have extremely hard water or run 10 cups a day through the unit, I doubt this is the problem. It should take many months for the mineral deposits to accumulate and make an impact on efficiency.

[teefus]

i think the temp recommended for french press and other methods is somewhere in the 180-190 range. anything higher makes the brew bitter as previously mentioned. maybe your keurig isn't hitting 192? check it with a digital instant read thermometer.

[mcknigs]

Re: ideal temp, I always heard it should be lower than boiling. My mom used to heat the water until it boiled, then let it sit for 5 minutes to cool down before using (Melita system). I'm guessing that's consistent with the 190-ish figure quoted here.

[nsureit]

Let's face it. You're just a hot momma...

[Route234]

I always heard that you don't want the water too hot. Hotter water can make the brew to bitter. Not that I have tried and taste tested it, but I have read that many times. Even your "French Press" people say that the water needs to be about 178, I think.

You dont want to use boiling hot water to make coffee with. It does affect the taste. The Keurig never boils the water but mind does get hotter than what the OP stated hers is doing. Mine is very hot, almost undrinkable at first.

[StepsWhatWas]

Sorry to thread jack but has anyone else had the problem with a Keurig where coffee and grounds come pouring out of the spout, bypassing the cup and spilling all over counter?? I've had this occur with two different machines.

[fisticuffs]

These things don't seem very smart to me. They make too much trash and it costs a ton more to buy the little cups than to just buy some beans. If you want good single serve coffee get a small french press or better yet the AeroPress.

[saxophonist56]

if you don't follow the correct sequence the damn things don't dispense.

the final straw for me was the coffee is just not very good. i had a fancy cuisinart but that was not designed to grind oily beans and clogged up every use...specifically made for starbucks.... non oily beans yuch!



ended up grinding beans separately every time. much easier and less hassle. more importantly better tasting.

[VCuomo]

Sorry to thread jack but has anyone else had the problem with a Keurig where coffee and grounds come pouring out of the spout, bypassing the cup and spilling all over counter?? I've had this occur with two different machines.I haven't had that problem, but what's probably happened is that the K-cup holder is clogged. Pop out the plastic piece that you place the K-cup into, wash, rinse, pop it back in, and you should be good to go.

HTH...

[FenderBigot]

I believe that was a common complaint of the first edition single-cup makers (the ones with the round, spring tops). The newer (square tops) were suppose to have corrected that issue. I have the "square top" one and don't have a problem with my coffee staying hot.
Yeah... I'm on my second machine. The first one was the perfect temp immediately after coming out of the machine. My newest "square" top one is hotter and I need to let it sit for a couple of minutes. Love my Keurig!

[scuff]

if you don't follow the correct sequence the damn things don't dispense.

the final straw for me was the coffee is just not very good. i had a fancy cuisinart but that was not designed to grind oily beans and clogged up every use...specifically made for starbucks.... non oily beans yuch!



ended up grinding beans separately every time. much easier and less hassle. more importantly better tasting.

Yes, bad coffee, way too expensive.
Making coffee is easy, buy good product, not in a plastic container, grind the coffee, pour water, done.
And Keurig type machines make so much waste they should be banned.

[Tele Wacker]

We also got on for Christmas. No problems so far. I love it.

[StepsWhatWas]

And Keurig type machines make so much waste they should be banned.

:agree

Excellent point.

[rokpunk]

the keurig k-cups, once used, can be opened and used as compost. that's what we do when we buy the k-cups. we also have a reusable "roll your own" filter where you can put any ground coffee in it, so we fill it with jamaican blue mountain and then there is no waste what-so-ever involved in using the keurig. i think the coffee tastes great, and you can;t beat the 45 second brewing time. it's almost as good as french press, and a lot less mess.

[Route234]

:agree

Excellent point.

Not really. It pretty much ignores things like the facts and the reality of the situation, but other than that I guess its a good point.

[GCDEF]

These things don't seem very smart to me. They make too much trash and it costs a ton more to buy the little cups than to just buy some beans. If you want good single serve coffee get a small french press or better yet the AeroPress.

Or just buy the filter for it and use your own coffee.

One of the things I like about is how hot the coffee is. Sounds like the OP has a defective one.

[GCDEF]

And Keurig type machines make so much waste they should be banned.

You can use your own coffee in them you know. You don't have to use K-cups.

[StepsWhatWas]

Not really. It pretty much ignores things like the facts and the reality of the situation, but other than that I guess its a good point.

What are the "facts and the reality of the situation?" (ignore if this topic has been discussed ad nauseum.)

[tejastubes]

I love my new single cup Keurig that was a Christmas present.

If I have one complaint, it is that the coffee isn't HOT enough. It's drinkable immediately which means it starts to cool immediately. I've tried pouring boiling water into the mug first to warm it up and this has a minimal improvement.

Is anyone else having this issue? Is the temperature pre-set and is there any way you can change it?

Yours has an issue. Mine is hot after its made,,,I have to let it cool for a moment before I drink it otherwise too hot, but not as hot as a brewed pot sittting on a burner.

[morlll]

I have a netspresso machine that we really like. When will someone come out with a reloading device.

I hope yours gets warm enough. We had trouble with our first unit. They sent us a new one.

[davecan]

I got a single cup model for Christmas. It is noticeably hotter than my mom's, which holds enough water for about 8 cups. But her model also makes a cup much quicker than mine.

[LHanson]

Good kettle, good burr grinder, french press FTW!

I guess, given the feedback, that ML go a bad Keurig.

[VCuomo]

What are the "facts and the reality of the situation?" (ignore if this topic has been discussed ad nauseum.)The entire K-cup, other than the coffee grounds, is recyclable. And, as others have pointed out, you can purchase a reusable K-cup and brew with your own coffee beans.

[rokpunk]

The entire K-cup, other than the coffee grounds, is recyclable. And, as others have pointed out, you can purchase a reusable K-cup and brew with your own coffee beans.

compost the used, brewed, beans and now you've recycled the entire k-cup.

[Scott57]

Ha, the way this thread has evolved, I think I'll go into the restrrom and flush the urinal twenty times.

[SinglecutGuy]

Mine is way too hot when first brewed. It's hard to hold the cup.

Likewise. I'm literally brewing a cup right now, sitting here watching the news, waiting for it to cool down before I get back up and grab it.

I have the one that retails for $119, and it's not very "adjustable" so I don't think I could even lower it, let alone worry about raising it.


I would call Keurig support and see what they suggest. From any Keurig I've ever made coffee on (friends', businesses', etc), it's always been too hot, rather than not hot enough. Might be something defective?

[travisvwright]

if you don't follow the correct sequence the damn things don't dispense.

the final straw for me was the coffee is just not very good. i had a fancy cuisinart but that was not designed to grind oily beans and clogged up every use...specifically made for starbucks.... non oily beans yuch!



ended up grinding beans separately every time. much easier and less hassle. more importantly better tasting.lol wut? Or Sense...This post makes none. pick your meme

[Flyin' Brian]

She's been living with me long enough that everything else is cool by comparison.


:hide :Devil :D


You can use your own coffee in them you know. You don't have to use K-cups.

Exactly

[Midnight Lady]

She's been living with me long enough that everything else is cool by comparison.


:hide :Devil :D




Exactly

:love: True!

[fisticuffs]

Looks like these guys missed the recyclable thing too but... $50 a pound if you buy the K-Cups?
http://gizmodo.com/5883198/another-reason-your-keurig-machine-is-a-terrible-thing
It still makes sense to grind your own. At that point I'd still prefer the taste and ease of the Aero or french press.

[travisvwright]

Looks like these guys missed the recyclable thing too but... $50 a pound if you buy the K-Cups?
http://gizmodo.com/5883198/another-reason-your-keurig-machine-is-a-terrible-thing
It still makes sense to grind your own. At that point I'd still prefer the taste and ease of the Aero or french press.On the weekends I use my keurig to heat the water for my french press. I'm going to try lowering the temperature this weekend.

[teefus]

And Keurig type machines make so much waste they should be banned.
what other "wasteful things" should be banned? just curious. :bonk

[fisticuffs]

what other "wasteful things" should be banned? just curious.
Clubbin' Baby Seals
http://www.thegearpage.net/board/showthread.php?t=1029887

[scuff]

what other "wasteful things" should be banned? just curious. :bonk

Anything non recyclable, designed to be used and thrown away.

[plaintopper]

I got one of the smaller, single serve units for Christmas as well. I use cold bottled water. (I'm on a well, and while the filtered fridge water is OK for drinking it sucks for coffee). Even with the cold water, mine comes out piping hot. Just right, actually. Hot enough that I can't just go slurping at it willy nilly right away, and stays warm a good while even in a regular mug.

[plaintopper]

Sorry to thread jack but has anyone else had the problem with a Keurig where coffee and grounds come pouring out of the spout, bypassing the cup and spilling all over counter?? I've had this occur with two different machines.

I've had this happen a couple times, and only with one package of K cups (Newman's Own Blend was the culprit). It's not the machine when this happens, it's defective K cups. If you look at the K Cup after this happens, the edge crimping on the top foil has seperated from the cup. So when you close the K cup into the machine and make the center puncture, an edge gives way. It'll brew fine for the first bit, then goes everywhere.

I think it's either a manufacturing issue they get here and there, or possibly the K cups being exposed to too much heat in transport or storage.

It definitely pi$$ed me off, but I still like my Keurig a lot. It's not perfect, but it makes a fine cup of coffee quickly and easily.

[arthur rotfeld]

I drink it black and it's way too hot straight from the machine.

[arthur rotfeld]

You can use your own coffee in them you know. You don't have to use K-cups.

Exactly. We have that reusable screen filter. Works great and the coffee tastes better, regardless of the brand.

[saxophonist56]

lol wut? Or Sense...This post makes none. pick your meme


i'm having some problems with your post??

[VCuomo]

lol wut? Or Sense...This post makes none. pick your meme
i'm having some problems with your post??Here, let me try. You posted:
if you don't follow the correct sequence the damn things don't dispense.:huh What sequence are you talking about? You put the K-cup in the coffee maker and pull the handle down, place your coffee cup under the spout, and press the button to start the brewing/dispensing. If you can't follow this "sequence" of steps you've got much bigger problems than trouble making coffee...
the final straw for me was the coffee is just not very good. i had a fancy cuisinart but that was not designed to grind oily beans and clogged up every use...specifically made for starbucks.... non oily beans yuch!:huhThe Keurig isn't a grinder, but with that said, I don't think I've ever seen or heard of a grinder "specifically made for starbucks".
ended up grinding beans separately every time. much easier and less hassle. more importantly better tasting.Isn't that usually the whole point of having a coffee grinder at home (you freshly grind the coffee beans each time you make a pot or cup)?