A reliable coffee maker (and freshly ground coffee beans) can turn your kitchen into a gourmet cafe.

To remove, you will need to push the front knob forward, away from you, where it can then be lifted up. If you're dedicated to controlling your brew and getting the most out of your java, there's no better precision brewer than Breville's SCA-certified machine.However, if you're looking for a machine that does not require the extra step of removing and storing the K-cup adapter, we'll discuss some alternatives later.

Many coffee makers now utilize a programmed pre-infusion process to help create a more evenly extracted and full-flavored cup of coffee. The Ninja Dualbrew Pro offers all the same features and brewing options as the Ninja Specialty, with the addition of an attachment that allows the user to brew coffee from pods.

The measuring scoop shows the recommended number of scoops for your cup size to take out any of the guesswork, between 4 and 7 for a full carafe. However, if you're only making one or two cups a day, you may not want to devote the counter space to a big machine and should consider a Nespresso or French press.