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I have used one for several years and the seal broke do to poor maintenance on my part. I was excited to see that someone was selling theirs at a reduced price as this percolator is fairly pricey. I wish there were replacement parts for the machine, but this model is now outdated. It's a shame because it is a fantastic piece.
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This coffeemaker makes great coffee thru a unique brewing process. The filter doesn't stay put and at the height of brewing the funnel explodes spewing hot coffee.
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I originally purchased one of these machines in 2000. This is the BEST COFFEE MAKER EVER. Vaccum extraction method is FAR superior to drip, percolator, press, espresso, etc. The water is at the correct temperature and exposed to the coffee grounds for an effective amount of time to extract the favor, then the grounds are separated from the brewed coffee leaving nothing behind but the flavor. I continue to search for another one of these (so I have a backup). ANYONE who says they love coffee needs this machine! I wish Bodum hadn't discontinued this model. They make a stovetop version that is also superb.
The Barista Utopia is a great machine if you are a coffee enthusiast. It's kind of like the old percolator style, but with a modern twist. But becasue of the brewing process, you get the full flavor of the coffee, instead of just a "drip through". When the system heats up, it pushes the water up the tube where the coffee grounds are waiting, then it boils the hot water and coffee grounds in a flurry of bubbling coffee goodness, then when the grounds have given all the flavor they could, the machine knows when to click off and "whoosh", all the coffee surges back into the carafe for your drinking pleasure. It's quite a show to watch. It's great for entertaining. The only drawback is it takes a little more to clean it than a regular coffee maker. But the little coffee show is totally worth it.Read full review
The Bodum Santos, and it's Starbucks sister, Utopia, are great coffee makers. Both are NLA. Go figure. It was nice to find this spare part available.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned