BLACK+DECKER 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker: Solid for Coffee Lovers

Coffee lovers, listen up! We have the scoop on BLACK+DECKER’s latest in 12-cup programmable coffee makers. This sleek, silver machine certainly packs a punch with features and performance. Let’s dive in and see just what makes this coffee maker stand out.

The star of the show is BLACK+DECKER’s Vortex Technology. This ingenious system uses a special showerhead design to evenly soak the coffee grounds. With this coffeemaker, you will get rich, full-flavored coffee to wake up and keep you going. It’s like having your personal barista in your kitchen.

Like it strong? No problem. This machine allows you to adjust the brew strength. It slows down the brewing process in order to get more flavor out of the coffee. Whether you take a mild wake-up call or a bold kick in the pants, this coffee maker has got you covered.

Nobody likes cold coffee, and that’s why BLACK+DECKER 12-Cup Coffeemaker have added in the “Keep Hot” carafe plate. It maintains your coffee at the optimal temperature even well after brewing is complete. In addition to this, you can set the keep-warm timer in 30, 60, 90, or 120-minute increments. The smell of burnt coffee in your kitchen is now history.

Can’t wait for the whole pot to brew? The Sneak-A-Cup feature lets you pour a cup in mid-brew with no mess. It is perfect for mornings when you need caffeine as soon as possible.

This machine certainly doesn’t give one much of a cleaning headache. Equipped with its very own Smart-Clean system, this model runs an automatic cleaning cycle on itself. Its filter basket and carafe are dishwasher-safe, too. Effortless cleaning translates to having more time to enjoy your coffee.

This can make up to 12 cups in one go. That’s ample for a family or small office. A full pot takes around 11-12 minutes, or 14-15 minutes if you’re using the strong brew option. Not too shabby for a 300-watt machine.

The silver finish makes this coffee maker bright and shiny. It should fit in with most kitchen décors. The carafe feels good in your hand, doesn’t drip when you pour. Only thing to watch out for: It stands a mite tall at 14.25 inches. Make sure you’ve got the clearance under your cabinets.

In our testing, this BLACK+DECKER brewed consistently good coffee. The temperature hit about 166°F, hot enough to satisfy most coffee drinkers. The filter basket handled 12 tablespoons of grounds without overflowing. That’s good news for those who like their coffee strong.

Overall, this BLACK+DECKER 12-cup programmable coffee maker is very reliable. Nothing too fancy on this one, but it does the work quite well. Some definite positives: Vortex Technology for added airiness, adjustable brew strength, and Sneak-A-Cup. Easy cleaning and a programmable timer were just added benefits.

Is it perfect? No, and the 300-watt power is a bit low, maybe for some, and the glass carafe could be more durable. But at this price, you can barely top the features and performance.

This coffee maker is suitable for families, small offices, and people who drink much coffee. It would also be very ideal for people who want to have some sort of control over their brew but at the same time would not like to mess with difficult settings. In all ways, this BLACK+DECKER model is a very dependable, highly accessorized coffee maker that will not break your wallet.

Among coffee makers, this BLACK+DECKER stands tall, both figuratively and literally. It makes a really mean cup of joe, looks great while doing it, and does not make you pull your hair out over complicated controls. For most coffee drinkers, that is a formula for happiness in a cup.