After reading various reviews, I had to weigh in. I have at least seven different ways to make good coffee at home, and this one is my favorite. I have purchased four of these units, one for me, one as a spare, and two as gifts. I have NEVER had a problem with any of them. The seals have remained tight, the glass hasn't cracked, and the coffee has remained wonderful.
I know taste is subjective, but I want to add my tips for making the best coffee:
1. Use cold filtered water
2. Do not preheat the water - Place the whole assembled unit with grounds on the burner
3. Grind your own beans - Medium to medium-fine works for me (I like a medium roast Ethiopian)
4. USE LOW HEAT - It will take much longer to brew, but the longer steeping time makes rich coffee
5. Once it starts bubbling at the end of brewing, stir the grounds/water mixture in the top chamber and remove heat
6. Let it cool gradually
7. Wait for the vacuum (air sucking) sounds and bubbles in the bottom pot before removing the top chamber
To protect the glass, I recommend using only plastic utensils for stirring and cleaning.
I have used the cloth filters, paper filters, stainless filter rig (available on Amazon), and Cory filter rods. Honestly, they all make great coffee. But I like using the Cory rod the best only because only glass touches the coffee when you use it. Cleanup is a bit of a pain, but not terrible. I let the grounds dry for about an hour before starting to clean the pot, and that seems to work better than cleaning with wet grounds. I bought a dish brush that is small enough to fit through the pot's neck for cleaning the bottom pot. For cleaning the downtube, I just twist a damp paper towel into a "snake", put a drop of dishwashing liquid on it, and pass it through the downtube for a quick clean. I have also used a bottle brush to clean the downtube.
I have five different electric vacuum pots (all vintage) and three other brands of stovetop vacuum maker (new and vintage), but the Yama is the one that works best for me. It's not as fast to brew, or as easy to clean, as a countertop electric drip maker, and it does require vigilance and intervention to keep from boiling away all the water and cracking the glass. But any minor inconvenience is well worth the coffee that comes out!
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The Yama Difference
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The Beauty Of Asia, Hand CraftedYAMA Borosilicate Hand Blown Glass is made by master glass blowers. Each piece is hand crafted and built to last. YAMA has been crafting beautiful premium glass for 40 years. |
Craftsmanship Brews ResultsYAMA Coffee Pots are specially designed with the barista and home brewers alike in mind. We focused on the tiny details to ensure you are getting the best cup of coffee each and every time. |
Replacement Parts AvailableYAMA products are made for use in both home and commercial settings. Due to the high volume of usage we understand that having the ability to purchase parts is essential for long term brand experience and reliability. |
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| Price | $57.99 | $53.00 | $13.54 | $39.99 | $35.99 |
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| Sold By | Luxio Supply | Espresso Parts | Amazon Warehouse | Geesta | Geesta |
| Item Dimensions | 8 x 8 x 11 inches | 6 x 6 x 10 inches | 8.15 x 5.2 x 8.23 inches | — | — |
| Material | Glass | Glass | Aluminum | stainless steel | Glass, Aluminum |
| Size | 32oz (8 cup) | 20-Ounce | 9 Cup | 4 Cups | 6 cup |
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Snowbird66
Good coffee...THAT'S the test!
Reviewed in Canada on April 1, 2019Verified Purchase
Noom
This is the 3rd time I had bought one
Reviewed in Canada on May 15, 2019Verified Purchase
Molly
This coffee maker makes the best coffee ever!
Reviewed in Canada on May 15, 2021Verified Purchase
Mike
One of the best tasting brewing methods I’ve discovered
Reviewed in Canada on June 19, 2019Verified Purchase
Colin
It takes 15 minutes to brew but it's a nice tasting cup
Reviewed in Canada on February 11, 2018Verified Purchase
