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In this episode, I dive deep into my hands-on experience with the Moccamaster automatic drip coffee machine after putting it through its paces. I share my initial impressions of this $300 device, from the surprising weight and build quality to the rich, delicious cup it produces with hints of grape-like notes. I discuss how the coffee came out at the perfect drinking temperature and delivered exceptional flavor that caught me off guard. However, I also explore the reality that no coffee equipment is perfect, and I analyze the pros and cons I've discovered after several days of daily use.

I take you through my engineering mindset as I examine the limiting factors of the Moccamaster, particularly focusing on the showerhead design and water distribution. I share my philosophy about modifying coffee equipment to better suit our preferences, drawing parallels to how I've modified other devices like my AeroPress and pellet grill. Listeners will learn about the practical considerations of automatic drip machines, the manual steps still required even with automation, and techniques for optimizing extraction like adjusting flow rates and treating the brewer as an immersion device. I also discuss the broader perspective of accepting imperfections in our coffee gear while finding ways to make improvements that enhance our daily brewing experience.

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