17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Simple is better!, December 27, 2007
This review is from: Bodum Shin Bistro Insulated 34-Ounce Double-Wall Glass Coffee Press (Kitchen)
I was searching for a drip coffee maker and just couldn't decide. I wanted a thermal pot...and then I remembered about a decade ago that I bought a Bodum coffee press and had THE BEST COFFEE I have ever tasted. I bought this and Bodum's Antigua burr coffee grinder and now enjoy consistently excellent coffee. This press makes two large mugs of coffee and keeps the coffee hot for a reasonable amount of time.
To get the most out of this press, I recommend buying whole bean coffee and grinding it as close to brewing time as possible. I put in 4 "Bodum" measures of coffee (they give you a measuring spoon) and fill with water just off the boil.
The coffee made with a press is strong, yet never bitter. It has depth and character that still amazes me. No more drip brew for me!
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
For a French Press, it drips more than a regular coffee maker., April 10, 2008
This review is from: Bodum Shin Bistro Insulated 34-Ounce Double-Wall Glass Coffee Press (Kitchen)
I agree with themenz - this french press dribbles like crazy - unlike any of the other Bodums I've purchased. Bought 2, one for home and one for work. I already own about 5 presses in different sizes, but wanted one that was insulated. The insulation does work for about two hours, but the dribbling drives me batty. Not sure if the 2 hour insulation is worth the mess it makes. If you're buying this expecting to serve coffee at the table, go for a regular Bodum and an insulated carafe becase you can't pour the coffee anywhere except over the kitchen sink.
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14 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
Just OK, December 28, 2007
This review is from: Bodum Shin Bistro Insulated 34-Ounce Double-Wall Glass Coffee Press (Kitchen)
I have had this for about 2 weeks to brew loose tea. I would not recommend this product unless they fix one significant problem.
On the plus side, the maker is big so it holds three 12 oz mugs of coffee or tea. The press filter and assembly work well so no leaves enter your brew. Fairly easy to clean too and you can just pop it into the dishwasher if desired.
The maker looks great and works fast. It appear to be well built. I was surprised that the filter does not really press all the way to the bottom but that must be by design.
The double insulated feature is what sold me but that works just OK. The outside glass still gets very warm so the brew is cooling down faster than say in a thermos type jug. I wonder if they evacuated the air between the layers. I suspect not.
The handle feels a bit loose as it is only attached by the thin metal strap at the top. But it holds up even when full and does not seem like it would loosen over time. There is a screw to tighten.
Before the bad news, I should mention that the leaves pressed to the bottom of the pot continue to brew as it sits. The last cup of tea or coffee will be very strong indeed.
There is one major problem that has me considering returning this item. When you pour your first cup from a full container, the liquid dribbles down the front of the maker. I think this comes from the thickness of the double glass on the lip of the spout. So I need to pour my first cup or two over my trash can in my office or over a sink so I don't get tea everywhere. This is not good as tea stains very easily.
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