Bodum Columbia 12-Ounce Stainless-Steel Thermal Coffee Press Pot
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: BodumBrand: Bodum
Model: 1303-16US
Color: Stainless Steel
Product features:
- 12-ounce thermal press for brewing coffee or steeping tea
- Double-walled stainless-steel construction keeps beverage hot
- Elegant rounded design with polished chrome finish
- Small convenient size; ideal for home or office
- Patented safety lid secures carafe and prevents spills; dishwasher-safe
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Bodum Columbia 12-Ounce Stainless-Steel Thermal Coffee Press Pot
Customer Review: Not quite perfect - but close
Summary: 4 Stars
This is basically a well-designed press pot. The handle is comfortable, allowing a secure grip, and the spout pours well, without dribbling as you stop pouring.
It serves my needs quite nicely, producing 8 or 10 oz of coffee - enough for two regular cups or a small mug. If I want a 16 oz mug, I brew the coffee double strength and top up the mug with near-boiling water.
If I rinse out the pot with tap-hot water and use water which has just boiled, the coffee brews at an ideal brewing temperature of just over 200 F. The double-wall construction means that the coffee stays close to that temperature for the 3 or 4 minutes coarse-ground coffee requires to brew. Since brewed coffee deteriorates in a matter of minutes, this pot is an ideal size. If I want a second cup, I brew a fresh pot, thus avoiding taste-deterioration and the off-tastes associated with stewing coffee.
The only negative with this pot is the fact that the filter is about 1-1/4" above the internal base when the plunger is fully depressed. This means that the last of the coffee does not pour properly. - It dribbles out, putting more sediment in the cup if you want to get that last drop.
Come on Bodum. How much extra would it cost to lengthen the plunger rod by about ¾". Even my inexpensive 12 oz glass press pot (non-Bodum) leaves only ½" above the internal base. I wouldn't mind the plunger knob sticking up a bit when fully depressed. Also... How about releasing a version mid way between this size and the 34 oz version?
This pot would merit 5 stars if Bodum were to lengthen the plunger.
Description of Bodum Columbia 12-Ounce Stainless-Steel Thermal Coffee Press Pot
The Columbia Thermal Coffee Press is the perfect solution for the coffee lover that wants to enjoy quality coffee over time. With the Columbia, you can keep your coffee hot for approximately two hours. The Columbia is made of durable double wall stainless steel. The double wall provides the insulation it needs to keep the coffee hot over time. With it's easy grip handle it is a pleasure to pour. Using a coffee press provides one of the most flavorful and balanced cups of coffee you will experience. It is easy to use too - just add coarse ground coffee, fill with hot water, stir, place the lid on and wait 4 minutes. After 4 minutes, press and enjoy. The 3 Cup Columbia is great for the office or when you just want one cup. The 3 Cup press is 12 oz and yields 3 - 4 ounce cups of coffee.French Presses
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