- About this item.
- Compatible with coffee grounds, K-Cup packs or soft pods Better coffee extraction than the leading competitor Adjustable cup rest allows for standard-size cups or travel mugs Durable, stainless steel features and dishwasher safe, removable parts 10-oz brewing capacity (travel mug not included).
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Single-Serve Coffeemaker - 49995
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For all the adventurous coffee drinkers out there, there's
finally a coffee-brewing machine that can satisfy the tastebuds
in three different ways. The FlexBrew Single-Serve Coffeemaker
allows the flexibility of brewing freshly ground coffee one
minute or an instant K-Cup pack or coffee pod the next. With its
revolutionary method of brewing, the FlexBrew Single-Serve
coffeemaker is the ideal solution for coffee drinkers who value
flexibility in their morning routine.
A new favorite among coffee enthusiasts for its convenience and
user-friendly features, the FlexBrew Single-Serve Coffeemaker
costs only pennies to make fresh-ground coffee and boasts a major
advantage over other single-serve brewers: a removable K-Cup pack
holder to allow for pre-measured and pre-packaged coffee.
PRODUCT FEATURE BENEFITS
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* Compatible with coffee grounds, K-Cup packs or soft pods
* Better coffee extraction than the leading competitor
* Adjustable cup rest allows for standard-size cups or travel
mugs
* Durable, stainless steel features and dishwasher safe,
removable parts
* 10-oz. brewing capacity (travel mug not included)
* Coffeemaker shuts off automatically when brew cycle is complete
* Equipped with a "Quick Start" Guide with simple, step-by-step
brewing guidelines
* Customer service support available through a US toll-free
number
Brewing with a K-Cup Pack
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For some java drinkers, pouring fresh-ground coffee into their
coffeemaker is the perfect start to their day. For other coffee
lovers, being able to quickly insert a pre-packaged, single
portion pack into their coffeemaker and enjoy a piping hot cup in
a few minutes is a match made in heaven. The FlexBrew
Single-Serve Coffeemaker offers the added convenience factor of a
pack holder, which allows quick instant brewing in less time than
an in-store café experience. Simply insert the K-Cup pack and
push the lever down – that's it.
Brewing with Ground Coffee
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Pre-packaged coffee isn't for everyone or every palate. The
FlexBrew Single-Serve Coffeemaker caters to coffee aficionados by
featuring a steel mesh scoop filter that holds a variety of
fresh-tasting ground coffee. You can grind your own coffee beans
to the medium-grind setting or save time and purchase pre-ground
coffee. Brands such as Folders, Maxwell House, Dunkin' Donuts,
and Starbucks are recommended because they are medium-grind
coffees.
Note: Coffee that is ground too finely will cause an overflow. If
you are unsure about the coarseness of your coffee, check with
your coffee manufacturer.
Alternative Options to Coffee
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Not a coffee drinker or prefer other varieties of hot beverages?
The FlexBrew Single-Serve Coffeemaker, unlike home-brewers that
solely brew their own type of coffee, allows for a variety of tea
pods, including al, chai, white, green, black and flavorful
blends.
Measuring Portions Appropriately
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Not sure how much coffee grinds to add when brewing your next
cup? No worries, the unit comes equipped with a brew basket,
marked with a 2- tablespoon MAX line for exact measuring, so
there's no overspilling. For busier schedules, use the K-Cup pack
holder, which is already portioned for single servings.
About Homemade Brewing
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Did you know that 86 percent of coffee drinkers still brew most
of their java at home? With more and more Americans picking up
the coffee habit, staying awake longer, and cutting back to save
money, coffeemakers are now being designed to be more feasible
and economical for the home budget and lifestyle. *Source: 2012,
National Coffee Association of USA
TIPS & CARE
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The FlexBrew Single-Serve Coffeemaker performs best with
medium-grind coffee; coffee that is too finely ground may affect
the extraction time or filtering process. Keep ground coffee
below MAX fill line and do not use more than 10 ounces (410 ml)
of water. When using the K-Cup pack holder, press down on the
edge of the pack until the pack clicks into place and the hole is
punched in the bottom – do not remove foil. Allow two minutes to
cool in-between brews.
The brew basket and K-Cup pack holder should be rinsed after
every use. Removable parts, such as the K-Cup Pack Holder, Handle
and Lock, drip tray, cup rest and basket itself, are all
dishwasher safe. For trouble-free maintenance, the FlexBrew
Single-Serve Coffeemaker should be cleaned internally once a
month, by pouring ½ cup plain white vinegar and ½ cup cold water
into the water reservoir, brewing and then running 2-3 cycles of
cold tap water before making the next round of coffee.
K-Cup pack is a registered trademark of Green ain Coffee
Roasters, Inc.