The Single Cup Coffee Machine for Fresh Coffee Each Time

The single cup coffee machine delivers a fresh cup of aromatic coffee each time. It's ideal if you don't have the time to brew a full pot or you simply want only one cup.

The 1 cup coffee maker is also an excellent choice if you're a light coffee drinker or if you get up just in time for work and need a caffeine fix on your way to work.

Many people refer to the pod coffee maker as a 1 cup coffee maker as well. Although they are built to brew one or two cups, they are different from the standard drip 1 cup coffee maker.

You may prefer having the option to roast and grind your own beans. Everyone drinks their coffee different and this coffee maker gives you the control over the strength of the coffee. The pod coffee maker doesn't give you that option.

So what advantages does this coffee maker offer you?

Advantages and Features of the Single Cup Coffee Machine

The Carafe
In the original models the carafe was always glass. You can still find the glass carafes with the single cup coffee machine, but technology has taken us into the more modern on-the-go world.

With today's fast paced lifestyles, the manufacturers of coffee makers have met the needs of all individuals. You can find:

• The original glass carafes
• A detachable coffee mug that comes with the coffee maker
• Thermal travel mugs versus coffee mugs

Brewing Time
The serving size of the 1 cup coffee makers are five ounces or eight ounces. You can have your cup of coffee ready in less than a minute.

Permanent Filter
Most of these coffee makers come with a permanent filter. They are easy to clean and you don't have the concern of running out of paper filters.

However, some people prefer paper filters for the simple reason they trap more of the residual oils and caffeine. Depending on how strong or weak you like your coffee, this would be a personal preference.

Programmable Features
Depending on the coffee maker and manufacturer, you will find different features such as:

• Programmable Timer
• Digital Display
• Heat control
• Dishwasher safe carafe
• Removable water reservoir

Ideally this single cup coffee machine is small enough to travel with you. If you travel frequently it's small enough to pack in your luggage. It's also ideal if you work in an office where the trip to the coffee room takes a few minutes, and you get there only to be disappointed to find scorched coffee waiting for you. This fits great in small spaces such as your desk.

It's worth the price to be able to have a good cup of coffee anywhere at anytime.

The Cons of the Single Cup Coffee Machine

As great as this little coffee maker can be in the mornings or for those times you only want one cup of coffee, it does have some disadvantages.

Serving guests is another scenario entirely. It would be a time consuming repetitive process making coffee for several people. So don't throw out your larger coffee maker, the 1 cup coffee maker is a great addition to your other coffee makers.

Well known brand names of the single cup coffee machine are manufactured by Bunn, Braun, Melitta, Keurig, Senseo, Cuisinart, and Black and Decker.

Some of these brands are compatible with coffee pods, however because the brewing system is completely different, the taste you get may not be as high quality.