philips senseo coffee machine senseo single serve coffee maker Coffee Pod Machine Review

Senseo is a push-button coffee machine that takes less than an hour to make a cup or two of coffee. The coffee is creamy and hot and tastes fantastic.

The unique pressurized brewing process of Senseo produces a rich crema layer that ensures premium taste. There are a variety of flavors and blends to select from.

Product Description

The philips senseo single serve coffee coffee pod machine, Resource, is an excellent way to enjoy a quick cup of freshly brewed coffee. It's easy to use. Simply turn it on, wait for the red light to stop blinking and then insert one of the senseo new coffee pads and press the one or two cup buttons. The coffee is ready in less than a minute and it tastes fantastic. It has an adjustable spout that can fit any size mug. It's light and easy to clean too. The water reservoir holds approximately 3 mugs. It will flash fast to warn you when it's time to refill.

The machine is constructed of top quality materials and comes with a 1 year limited warranty. The removable parts, like the pod holder reservoir, drip tray, coffee spout, and drip tray can be washed in the dishwasher. The coffee pods that can be reused are available in a variety of varieties of flavors. There are even eco-pods available which are less expensive than regular ones.

Senseo pods have been specially designed by Douwe Egberts to ensure a smooth coffee flavor and delicious foam layer. They are made of carefully selected coffee beans, roasted and ground to accommodate a variety of tastes. There are a number of different blends and flavours to choose from, including long and strong coffees. The latest varieties include Intensity Select, a revolutionary technology which allows you to select the strength of your coffee.

Coffee Boost technology increases the number of aroma nozzles on coffee pods up to 45, which makes the coffee more flavorful. There's also Cream Plus technology which guarantees the most smooth and thin layer of coffee.

There are some drawbacks to this system. It's not suited for large families, or coffee drinkers who consume a lot of coffee - unless they want to pay five times more per cup. It's not an Espresso Maker as it uses gentle pressure to brew coffee but it does not create the thick froth, also known as crema, which you can see with an espresso.

The spout is so small, it's difficult to pour coffee into the normal cup. If you're willing make the compromise this is a fantastic coffee maker. It's simple to use, and makes an excellent cup of coffee each time.

Features

This is a great little machine, very easy to use and a very quick coffee maker. Simply turn it on and wait for the red light to stop flashing, place the pod in the machine, press one or two cups and it does the rest. It makes a decent cup of coffee in about 30 seconds. The spout is adjustable to fit any mug size.

The system is made up of specially designed Douwe Egberts coffee pods (called pads in certain countries). They are filled with a mix of instant coffee and finely ground roasted beans and are sealed in an airtight plastic envelope. The pods can be brewed in a short time, while still retaining the full flavor and aroma of the coffee.

All Senseo machines use the same quick brewing process however, there are three different variations depending on which type of latte you'd like to make: cappuccino, cafe latte, as well as latte macchiato. You can choose to make each variant with or without foamed milk. You can also pick between regular, extra-strong or decaffeinated espresso.

The machine is compact and modern in design. It fits nicely on the counter in the kitchen and won't be a hindrance to the Sub-Zero refrigerator or Viking range. It also is very energy efficient, consuming less than a minute to prepare two or three cups of coffee. It is programmed to shut off automatically and its parts that are removable, including the coffee pad holder, water reservoir, and drip tray-are dishwasher-safe.

It is also covered by a year limited warranty. It is easy to clean, with just the occasional rinsing of the water tank and the spout. The drip tray coffee pad holder, drip tray and exterior of the machine may also be cleaned.

The Senseo system's biggest disadvantage is that it can only make a couple of 8-ounce cups per time. This makes it unsuitable for large families and heavy drinkers. It's not for people who prefer their coffee in a regular mug since it's not compatible.

Conclusions

Senseo is a fantastic coffee pod maker that can save you time and effort. It is simple to clean and use, and makes a great cup of coffee quickly. The coffee is delicious and the crema produced at the top of the cup is a nice addition. The downside of this coffee machine is that the pods are quite expensive, however you can find more affordable alternatives. You can also purchase a reusable filter for this machine that can cut down on your costs significantly.

The coffee machine will shut off automatically after the brewing process has ended. This helps save energy and money, as well as ensuring the machine is in perfect functioning condition. It's also an green option than an espresso maker as it uses less steam and water.

This machine is compatible with Douwe Egberts capsules Senseo, which have an airtight, foil-based system that produces a thick layer of crema over the coffee. The coffee is made up of Arabica beans that are guaranteed to be full-flavoured.

The Senseo machine can make three different types of coffee that use foam milk, cappuccino, cafe latte and macchiato latte. These aren't true cappuccinos however, since the Senseo system only uses gentle pressure to brew coffee and does not produce real espresso. But, the coffee is still delicious and will save you time and effort, not to mention there is no need for a separate milk frother.