Your shopping basket has been updated with the addition of the Moccamaster.
Congratulations. As a result, the decision-making process was made much more efficient. It is widely considered to be the world’s finest drip coffee maker, and the Technivorm Dutch coffee machine holds this title. You may be asking, “Which Moccamaster model should I purchase?” in light of your newly found need for lasting quality and dependability.
It may be difficult to choose the most suited Technivorm Moccamaster for your needs. Moccamaster USA distributes 10 different versions of the product in the United States, each with a different letter combination at the end. In addition, Technivorm offers a greater number of versions across Europe. There does not seem to be a significant difference between them at first glance:
Fortunately, assistance is on the way. A good rationale exists for the alphabetic craziness with which Technivorm names their models. We hope that we might be of assistance to you in this matter. This should have provided you with a fair indication of which Moccamaster to purchase.
We’re on the lookout for Moccamasters that can prepare five to ten cups of coffee at the same time, if possible. Also available are big models for use in workplaces and cafés, which are manufactured by the corporation. Based on your selections, we are assuming that you do not need this. If you just need a single cup, Technivorm has a model called the Cup One that you may purchase. This piece, on the other hand, will focus on a normal household coffee machine that can serve a family of four.
It is from these sources that the names of the Technivorm Moccamaster models arise.
Technivorm The final few letters of the Moccamaster model names are used to distinguish between the various models. For example, the KBG is the company’s most well-known machine in this regard.
The letters are as follows, and we’ll go into more depth about their importance later down the page:
KB A body column with a rectangular form.
G Drip stopper that operates automatically
V The volume control knob is located on the right side of the control panel.
A stainless steel carafe with a thermal conductivity of T is used in this application.
The cylindrical shape of the CD body column is a design feature (Europe only)
H A hotplate with a single setting (Europe only)
It is worth noting that the KBG type previously described features a rectangular body column (KB) and an automated drip stop (G). There is only one explanation for the lack of a T and a H: the use of a glass carafe rather than thermal steel and two different hotplate temperature settings (which are only available in Europe).
Let’s talk about what those characteristics imply to you and your coffee machine after you’ve identified which letters match to which characteristics.
Carafe thermal vs. carafe de verre: which is better?
When selecting a Moccamaster, the most important factor to consider is whether to go with a glass or a thermal steel carafe as the vessel.
KB: Carafe made of glass
If you pick a glass carafe, your machine will come with a hotplate, which you will need to use in order to keep your coffee warm while you prepare the rest of your meal. Moreover, since the hotplate and boiler are powered individually, coffee may be provided at a temperature of 176-185 degrees Fahrenheit rather than the 196-205 degrees Fahrenheit necessary for brewing purposes.
Models that are equipped with a thermal carafe do not have a hotplate as standard. This gives you the option of relocating the carafe. The use of stainless steel with a double wall helps to keep the coffee at the proper serving temperature. The carafe is hot, which makes it simpler to move about.
The combination of the glass and the hotplate allows the coffee to stay hotter for a longer period of time than it would otherwise. For a few of hours, a hot carafe will suffice. Before making the coffee, fill the stainless steel carafe halfway with hot tap water to warm it. You are not have to do so, but doing so will allow the heat to last for a longer time.
Finally, it should come as no surprise that the glass carafe is more fragile than the steel carafe. Despite the fact that Technivorm’s glass is well-known for its durability, it cannot compete with steel in this regard.
The big opening in the glass carafe makes cleaning it a breeze. Besides that, the glass does not seem to need as much thorough cleaning as the steel, which makes it simpler to get your hands inside the machine.
Finally, but definitely not least, one should consider one’s own preference. Steel may provide a distinct flavour to coffee, especially when it has been in touch with the beverage for a long length of time, according to some researchers. When it comes to glass, it is rare to hear the same thing spoken more than once. This is not a problem if you consume your coffee as soon as it is prepared rather than storing it for later use. Is it important to think about whether your cup of coffee will be sitting for a long period of time before drinking it?
During an hour-long tasting session, Seattle Coffee Gear will put the Moccamaster and Steel Carafe through their paces. They are all in agreement: