Bodum 34 oz Columbia Thermal French Press Coffee Maker, Insulated Double Wall Stainless Steel, Chrome

Mmmmmh...Smooth & Rich java. I read all the reviews on the 8 & 12 cup stainless steel models, plus all the reviews on the glass model. I put "French Press Coffee Maker" on my Christmas list, and based upon my inability to choose between the 8 & 12 cup stainless presses, Santa brought me both. Unbeknownst to me, my daughter got me the glass version...so now I have all 3! Although I thought the stainless models would be preferable for both their insulating & unbreakable properties, now that I have all 3, the glass model is my favorite, because it's gorgeous! The chrome plated stainless steel housing is gleaming, the glass has a clarity and delicacy that is just stunning, and overall it's lighter weight, and just plain more comfortable, in my opinion, for the feminine hand. Plus, you can see how the coffee is brewing (color) during the 4 minute brew process. The downsides of course are 1) probable eventual breakage of the glass carafe, but they're readily available, and easily replaceable, and 2) that there's no insulation...but French Pressed coffee (or any for that matter) is best consumed as immediately as possible. I love the stainless models too, because (of course) they do keep the coffee very warm and*or borderline hot, depending upon your individual interpretation of those terms, for at least 30 minutes to an hour, they're virtually unbreakable, and they are also stunningly beautiful...very contemporary, and at the same time, timeless in design. All 3 models come with a measuring scoop (8 cup models take about 8 level scoops, and produce about 3 large mugs of coffee, or perhaps 4 more conservatively sized (smaller) cups. The 12 cup model is 50 percent larger, so figure approx. 5 or 6 cups with the larger stainless model (good for company where you want to serve more people at once). I also got a very inexpensive Procter Silex electric kettle to super heat the water superfast, it works great! Also, Santa brought me the matching sugar & creamer set. It etails for $20 for the set, go ahead & splurge...you'll own your French Press for perhaps a lifetime, and the sugar*creamer set makes for a stunning table display. It matches perfectly with both the stainless and the glass models. Tips...water is supposed to be "just off the boil", and I found the electric kettle just perfect. Secondly, this is hot stuff, keep away from children's reach! Thirdly, after emptying the grinds, a simple rinsing and soft cloth drying is all that's needed after use. Lastly, you do need fresh ground coffee. Trust me on this. When you see and taste that delicious, smooth, cup'o'joe with a very fine oil slick on top (fresh oils from the freshly ground beans!), you'll never be happy with canned, drip brewed, stale coffee again! I find the French Presses equal in ease of use to my old Drip coffee maker (which, incidentally, is in perfect working order, and is now in the garbage). I'll post this review on all items mentioned (8 & 12 cup Stainless Steel French Presses, Glass Carafe French Press *called the "Chambord", and the matching sugar*creamer set. Happy shopping!

We've used French Press coffee pots for years - the glass ones with plastic lids. I kept breaking the glass beaker. And, I love my coffee extremely hot, which resulted in a lot of needlessly thrown away coffee that was lukewarm. And along came this new stainless steel themal 12-cup (well, it's more like 6 cups for us, as we use big mugs) coffee press . . . well, I am a picky person, when it comes to preparing and drinking coffee, and I absolutely adore this thing! I love the fact that it goes into the dishwasher with no worries about breakage. I love that it keeps your coffee warm for a pretty darn long time (even hot enough for me!). I love how it looks, how it cleans up, how the plunger goes down smoothly and rarely leaves coffee grains in your cup. If I've got to find something to complain about, I will mention two things - but they hardly count because once you're aware of them, it's not a big deal to avoid their effects: 1. it's a good idea to make sure the arrow on the lid is pointing away from the pouring spout when the pot is sitting, as this keeps the heat in better; but do remember to turn the lid so the arrow is pointing at the pouring spout before trying to pour, or it will eventually backpour down the side of the pot. (but it's pretty easy to train yourself to do this) and 2. the lid gets pretty hot, so watch those tender fingers while turning the lid. I use the fingers with guitar calluses on them to do this, but you can always use a potholder or just do it real quick. I haven't found it to be so hot that it actually injures ya' anyway. OK, anyway. Love it; love it; love it. I do not regret spending the money. We've had this about a month now.

Start with good beans and grind your own if you can. I haven't gone as far to roast my own, but I'm good for the moment. What I like about this french press is that it is unlikely to end up in broken glass anywhere. The plunger fits nicely, the outside shape is pleasing (note it is cylindrical inside so the pot looks far bigger than its actual capacity) and if you follow the directions, you get excellent coffee. I actually like the pinch of sediment - it gives some body to the coffee near the end. You can always leave the last sip. My perfect method, you can develop your own. 1) Get your coarse grind ready. The filter is fine enough to work with standard grinds too (not too fine or espresso) 2) Heat water to a rolling boil - Emsa perfect beaker in the microwave or a kettle, either way. Good bottled or filtered water. 3) As soon as the water's boiling, take the beaker or kettle off the heat, then open the pot, drop in the coffee. By now the 212 deg F water has cooled to below 205 (190-205 is about perfect, I believe) 4) Pour in the water, cover with the plunger extended all the way up and set your timer. 5) Right before the fourth minute, slowly push the plunger down. It will meet reistance at the surface of the coffee, so gently push it all the way down. I like to serve the coffee right away. I can't see it remaining hot for the claimed two hours, but I also worry about bitters from the grounds seeping into the coffee over time. When poured right away, the coffee is smooth enough to drink black even if you're a latte-with-sugar drinker. Few drip machines can measure up to this because you're in control of the water temperature, the brew time, and the separation from the grinds. It cleans easily - you could simply rinse off and be OK. I drop in hot water, a spot of dish soap and run the plunger down, rinse and dry. There are no grooves and crannies where coffee or soap can get stuck everything's smooth - like the coffee. No worries about breaking thin glass either.

El diseño es muy auténtico. La doble capa de acero mantiene caliente el cafecito por mucho más tiempo. La malla es de muy buena calidad. Me habría gustado comprar la de 1.5 lt en vez de la de 1 lt.

Antes usava prensa de vidro, mas como meu gato quebrou comprei essa de inox que pelo menos suporta quedas. Fiquei impressionado pela beleza e qualidade de construção, e até senti meus cafés mais equilibrados por ter o silicone em volta da malha, não permitindo nenhum pó passar pelas laterais.

fini les cafetières à piston qui se cassent suite à nos maladresses et dont le verre à changer coûte aussi cher qu'une cafetière neuve. Celle ci est exceptionnelle et durera très très très longtemps ! donc au final c'est économique , en plus elle est très belle et encore en plus et le café reste au chaud.

Hallo Shoppende, aufgrund meiner sehr positiven Erfahrungen mit der Columbia habe ich nun eine zweite Columbia für meine Eltern bestellt. Gerne möchte ich hier in der Rezension erklären, warum mich dieses Produkt überzeugt und was die (kleinen) Schwächen sind. Für die Schnellen unter euch das Fazit vorweg: Der Kaffeebereiter ist zwar nicht besonders günstig, aber dafür ist er sein Geld auch wert. Er schaut toll aus, bereitet Kaffee prima zu und verkleckert nicht einen einzigen Tropfen. Optik: Wir haben die glänzende Version des Kaffeebereiters in der Größe 1 Liter. Form und Größe sind ansprechend und das Äußere ist sehr robust gegen Kratzer. Die Kanne wirkt auf jedem Frühstückstisch als ein Hingucker und man wird von dem einen oder anderen Gast sogar darauf angesprochen. Sie ist wirklich schick. Thermofunktion: Vor der Columbia-Kanne hatten wir nur die gläsernen Kaffeebereiter. Es steht außer Frage, dass die Columbia in der Kategorie "Kaffee warm halten" die Nase im Vergleich vorne hat. Der Kaffee bleibt Für ein längeres Frühstück locker darin warm. Für einen kompletten Vormittag oder Nachmittag (z.B. im Büro) würde die Thermofunktion aber nicht ausreichen. Das System ist nach oben hin nicht fest verschlossen. Kaffee bereiten: Sieb/Filter und Presse sind von gewohnter Bodum Qualität. Mehr gibt es an dieser Stelle nicht zu sagen. TOP! Kaffee ausgießen: Hier liegt aus meiner Sicht eines der Highlights der Kanne - so tropfenfrei wie mit der Columbia habe ich noch nie Kaffee ausgießen können. Das kenne ich sonst nur von diesen Metallplättchen für Flaschen. Ganz großes Kino! Reinigen: Der Kaffeebereiter ist nicht empfindlich gegen stärkere Reinigungsmittel. Wir achten aber immer darauf, keine kratzenden Schwämme zu verwenden, da wir unschöne Spuren vermeiden wollen.

We have had this press for many years now and it continues to perform perfectly. It is double sided so retains heat very well. Makes a perfect brew every time. No breakage worries and looks great on the counter or table. The best feature, for me, is the filter system. No double filter to deal with, as it is a fine, single filter, with a rubber edge. We bought two extra filters, just in case, but have never had to use them. This is hands down the best coffee maker, we have ever had. We paid good money for high end electric makers, and still had to deal with issues, but this beautiful press will last longer than we will.