According to the Specialty Coffee Association (SCAA) and National Coffee Association (NCA), the ideal temperature for brewing coffee is 195- 205. Most home coffee brewers brew at temperature well below that. Here’s how 2 pretty good brewers compare:
Comparison
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| Product | Krups KM-4065 | Cuisinart DCC-2200 |
| RSP | $99 | $99 |
| Power | 1100 W | 1025 W |
| Brewing Time (12 Cups) | 8 minutes, 50 seconds | 10 minutes, 46 seconds |
| Temperature at Brew Head at 4 Minutes | 190F | 186F |
| Temperature at Brew Head at 6.5 Minutes | 195F | 190F |
| Coffee Quality in Cup | Very Good | Average |