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Bojana Radovic
There is no greater nuisance than to wait for your energy hit while the coffee maker is taking its time dripping slowly to fill a full carafe. And all you need is just one cup.
Well, what if you didn’t have to wait? These coffee makers will all give you the drip coffee taste you’re craving but in a single cup.
Whether you live alone or you need drip coffee to keep you awake at the office, these single-serve makers will take care of your daily caffeine consumption.
With 12 ounces of capacity – enough for two small or one travel-sized cup of coffee, our best choice is perfect for quick single-cup brewings. But don’t let its compact size and small capacity fool you – this maker is big on performance.
Use it for capsule coffee, and you’ll have your Java in less than three minutes! Easy to operate and a breeze to clean (simple rinsing with a press of a button), Chulux will be your mornings’ best companion.
Note that there is a ground-coffee brewing option, but the reusable filter is sold separately!
Less than 5 inches wide, this compact-sized brewer is an excellent fit for tiny or cramped kitchens. And if that’s not enough, Keurig allows for cord storage at the back of the appliance for easy and hassle-free transport.
Dispensing anywhere from 6 to 12 ounces at a time and very quickly, this fast-performing maker is perfect for single-brewing needs.
Our premium pick brews with all K-cup pods, but ground coffee can be used if the
K-Cup reusable coffee filter is purchased (sold separately!) The water reservoir is only 12 ounces meaning that you’ll have to refill with each cup, but hey, it cannot get any fresher than that.
The drip tray is removable and can brew directly into tall, 7-inch mugs.
Heaps of performance without emptying your pockets, our best value will satisfy anyone looking for a simple and highly efficient appliance.
With 15 ounces of capacity and a permanent coffee filter for an eco-friendly brewing, this BLACK+DECKER maker has it all – a compact size, simple one-touch operation, and an automatic shut-off function for worry-free mornings
But that’s not even the best part. This coffee maker comes with a 15-ounce stainless steel travel mug with a handle. Brew directly into it and take it with you to kickstart your day!
With this coffee maker, you have a real K-café in your kitchen. Combine the endless K-cup pod options with a foamy top layer, and barista-style beverages are on the way!
That’s right; this Keurig model includes an automatic frother that will whip your milk to silky perfection for a delicious latte, cappuccino, or whatever specialty drink you prefer. The frother is also dishwasher-safe, so it really cannot get any fuss-free than that.
Although you can brew up to 12 ounces at a time, the water reservoir holds 60 ounces of water, so less refilling with this maker.
With three different cup options (6, 8, and 10 ounces), and a water reservoir of 48 ounces, you can easily adjust the strength and size of your brewings. But the thing we appreciate the most is the fact that you can go from turning on the appliance to holding a piping hot cuppa in less than a minute.
Simple operation and easy button control are the best features of the Keurig makers, and this model is no different. Just insert the pod, select your size, and your cup O’Joe is on its way.
K-Classic also has indicators for water refilling and descaling, which is always an appreciated feature.
With the slim body as its K-Mini twin, this plus model leaves the same footprint but offers some extra functions.
Whether you need 6 or 12 ounces of coffee, this coffee maker will brew in just minutes, but the thing that makes this K-Mini Plus stand out is its removable water reservoir, which is more convenient and easy to clean than its standard version.
The Plus model does not only offer a place to keep the cord packed neatly, but you can also store up to 9 pods when not using the appliance for increased portability and ultimate space saving.
It may only brew one cup at a time, but you can actually choose from 5 different cup sizes (4 to 12 ounces). And besides, with a large 72-ounce water reservoir, you can go with up to 6 large-cup brewings without having to refill.
Cuisinart Premium also includes a reusable ground cup and charcoal water filter for a clean-tasting and eco-friendly brewing.
The LCD display is programmable and features an automatic on/off, temperature control, and a digital clock. Fancy, right?
With a 14-ounce capacity – enough to fill a tall cup – this coffee maker works for anyone looking for simpler functions and a decent cuppa.
The coffee maker features a one-touch on/off switch, reusable filter strainer and basket, and it is super easy to use. Plus, with the safety lid, auto shut-off function, and anti-sleep bottom, worry-free brewings are guaranteed.
Wondering how is it a 2-in-1 deal? Well, MiXPRESSO includes a 14-ounce stainless steel travel mug to provide hot sips on those long meetings.
So compact that it can even fit your desk at work, this Kitchen Selectives cute little maker is perfect for single servings of drip coffee.
Although the appliance is all plastic – the reusable coffee filter included – it is of good quality and can be maintained easily. It features a red on/off switch with an illuminated power light, a removable tray, and a bonus 12-ounce mug.
There aren’t any extra features really, but the coffee is delicious, and besides, you can always make a stronger cuppa by adding more grounds, right?
BELLA is a sleek and easy-to-use coffee maker without any fancy bells or whistles that can whip up a more than decent brew.
The water tank has a capacity of 14 ounces, which is exactly what the included stainless steel travel mug holds. The drip tray can be adjusted so that cups of different sizes can be used, and the reusable filter can be removed for an easy cleanup.
This maker also dispenses hot water on demand, so you can also use BELLA for tea or instant meals.
Compatible both with ground coffee and K-Cup pods, this coffee maker sure offers many options for the single-serve cup.
Simple, one-touch operation and only three minutes are between you and your hot Joe in the morning. Although it cannot be removed, the water reservoir has clear 6 and 14-ounce markings for a convenient refill.
If you belong in a large household of coffee drinkers, then obviously, single-serve coffee makers may not be the best suit for you. It is indeed inconvenient to brew 10 separate cycles, no matter how quick.
But if you are not necessarily in need of a full carafe, then single-serve makers are more than recommended:
The actual process of brewing may be pretty straightforward – add your grounds to the basket and press the button – but there’s actually more to making a killer cuppa:
For drip coffee, we suggest using medium-ground coffee that is as high in quality as possible. Many single-cup machines support K-cup pods, so you can also get the fresh and crisp taste from these single-serve packets.
Well, there isn’t a straight answer to this question, as there are a lot of different factors to take into consideration. Besides the obvious cup size and brew strength, the caffeine content also depends on the brewing method, as well as the type, roast, and brand of coffee.
But still, let’s talk some numbers, so you get an idea of how much caffeine flows into your bloodstream when you gulp down your cuppa.
A single K-Cup pod contains between 75 to 150 mg of caffeine. And if you are brewing from grounds, your drip coffee offers anywhere from 115 to 180 mg of caffeine. Of course, if you drink a tall mug of 12 ounces, for example, this content will be even higher, approximately 240 mg.
When making coffee, keep in mind that a single teaspoon of ground coffee contains an average of 40 mg of caffeine.
Now that you have the best single-cup coffee makers on the market to choose from, which one is the best match for you?
What features do you appreciate the most when serving for one? Share your single-serve brewing experience with us – we’d love to hear about it!
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