Product Description

CusinArt DGB-500BK Grind and Brew Coffee Maker - The fundamental concept behind Cuisinart's Grind and Brew system is preservation of flavor. When coffee beans are freshly ground, the natural oils that result contribute to the natural, complex flavor. As ground coffee sits, these oils dissipate and their unique properties fade. By integrating a grinder into the coffee maker, you're assured of getting the optimal flavor from the coffee bean. Re-useable Gold-tone filter Charcoal filter helps filter impurities from water Grind off (turns off the grinder in case you have coffee) Brew Pause Comfort-grip handle Taste Keeper lid keeps your coffee fresher, longer Self-clean setting with a time-to-clean monitor Power Cord Storage Color - BLACK

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #55335 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: Black
• Brand: Cuisinart
• Model: DGB-500BK
• Dimensions: 10.60" h x 12.90" w x 18.70" l, 10.00 pounds

Features

• Grinds coffee beans and brews coffee at preset time
• Charcoal filter eliminates chlorine and odors from tap water
• Glass carafe holds 12 5-ounce cups of brewed coffee
• Grinder removes for easy clean-up; brew-pause for mid-brew pour
• Measures 15 by 8 by 7-1/2 inches, 3-year warranty

Amazon.com Review
When the aroma of freshly brewed coffee--from freshly ground beans--wafts into your bedroom in the morning, you won't need your alarm clock. Preset this coffeemaker for your desired wake-up time, add coffee beans to the grinder, and in the morning the beans are ground to a medium grind and hot coffee awaits in the glass 12-cup carafe. You can also program the machine to start brewing at the end of a dinner party to avoid having to get up from the table, or to have hot coffee waiting after a brisk winter walk. When making fewer than five cups of coffee, use the 1-to-4-cups setting to improve extraction and heat; coffeemakers without this setting often lack the time to heat up properly, and coffee comes out cooler. A disposable charcoal filter removes chlorine and odors from tap water, improving coffee flavor, and should be changed every few months. Other features include a gold-tone commercial-style filter (or use No. 4 basket-style paper filters); capacity to use preground coffee instead of beans; 30-second Brew Pause, which allows a cup be poured before brewing is complete; and an audible tone to indicate the pot is ready. The grinder removes for easy cleaning, and all removable parts can be washed safely in the upper rack of a dishwasher. The Cuisinart Grind and Brew measures 15 by 8 by 7-1/2 inches, and comes with a three-year warranty. --Ann Bieri

Customer Reviews

Good Grid & Brew
This unit is working well for the misses and I. It's made a few messes but it's because we were experimenting on how many beans we could cram in to the grinder cup.:) We had a DB300 before which worked pretty well for a couple of years til several overflows and or spilages started to take out the circuit board which put the unit into a "self clean" mode alot so I decided we would try a unit with the settings at the top. After trial & error it's working as well as the 300 ever did. I only have one complaint so far and that's the filter cup door doesn't quite line up flush when closed but I'm picky with form as well as function. I don't understand all the really bad reviews on this unit considering it's cost and design for what it is intended to do. 1st you should be smarter than the machine you are attemting to use, 2nd if you bought it new it has a 3 year warranty, if something doesn't suit you and/or your taste(pun)send the bloody thing back. Patience is prudence peaches, drink a beer or have a glass of wine, listen to music while cleaning the the unit, after all, it takes very little time from your life. And if all else fails you know, you could read the instructions.:) We do this in 10 minutes or less while prepairing the evening meal and set it for the next AM. So far we're pleased. Cheers! EJ
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I think this is the best....
The Cuisinart Grind and Brew....Contrary, to the lame reviews that the 1 and 2 star people have given to this coffee maker, I have found this maker to brew the best and Hottest cup of coffee I have ever had out of a home coffee maker. Yes, great taste, that we couldn't get out of our past Mr. Coffee's. Yes, you have to clean it and there are a few hidden spots that you have to find at first. BIG friggin deal!! After cleaning it a couple times, it takes 2 minutes max to get the job done and ready for the next cup of coffee. There has never been an issue with cleaning the coffee filter area as others seem to have had a problem with. The thing just works GREAT!! We're using it in a work environment. This means that it's used at least 3 or 4 times a day. While there are people at my office that look at it and look like confused Scooby Doo's, these are the same as the 1 or 2 star people....They just give up if they have to do anything out of the ordinary in life.

So, don't be afraid to buy this great Cuisinart Coffee Maker! You won't be disappointed...It's so consistent from use to use as well. GO FOR IT!

Coffee maker
I have this coffee maker. It makes mediocre coffee at best and doesn't keep it hot. I would not purchase it again.