I tested the Keurig K-Crema, and it’s my new go-to for fancy coffee drinks
The Keurig K-Crema is easy to use and can brew a shot in under a minute. It’s a shame that the taste could be better.
The Keurig K-Crema, priced at $219.99, is a compact coffee maker measuring 13.3 x 8.1 x 13.1 inches and holding 72 ounces of water. It offers single and double shot options, along with brew sizes ranging from 6 to 12 ounces. Unlike many competitors, it does not include a strength control feature. The K-Crema sports a height-adjustable drip tray, a High Altitude Brewing Mode, and comes in a single color, black.
Available from various retailers such as Keurig, Amazon, Target, Kohl’s, Walmart, and others, the machine lacks a reusable pod option, although users can purchase one separately. For this review, the reviewer used the provided K-Cups. Upon unboxing, the K-Crema stood out for its size - larger than basic Keurig models but smaller than most traditional coffee makers.
It features a removable water reservoir on the right side, making it easy to fill. Six brew size options cater to different preferences, from a single shot to a 12-ounce brew. The "Pressure" button brews coffee at five times the pressure of a standard cup, generating a silky layer of crema. This feature differentiates the K-Crema from other Keurig machines, though its higher price may be a concern.
Over several weeks of testing, the K-Crema produced tasty coffee with a layer of foamy crema on top. While it may not match the taste of an espresso shot from a pricier machine or a coffee shop, it provides a cost-effective option for those who desire a delicious cup of coffee at home. Brew times were comparable to other Keurig machines, with the pressure setting resulting in faster brewing.
However, the coffee temperature was slightly cooler than expected, averaging between 163 to 174 degrees Fahrenheit, which is cooler than the recommended range of 195 to 205 degrees Fahrenheit for optimal brewing. Noise levels ranged from 50 to 68 decibels, considered moderate, and did not cause significant disruption given the machine's brewing speed of under two minutes for most sizes.
The K-Crema's taste was pleasantly surprising, even for someone accustomed to a high-end espresso machine at home.
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