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When brewing a great cup of coffee, its important that the water is at an optimal temperature of 200F before introducing the water to the coffee grounds, which ensures proper extraction. All Technivorm units are one of the few brewers on the market that reach the correct water temperatures during your brewing process. Technivorm coffee brewers are designed to move the proper amount of water - 40 ounces - in the correct amount of time - 5 minutes, for optimal coffee brewing. This is the best there is if you are a coffee-lover.
The brew quality of Technivorm coffee makers is beyond dispute, as Technivorm guaranties a first class cup of coffee due to the fact that the brew temperature, and water - coffee contact time, as well as the level of brewing temperature