Chambord is a true original - the classic French press coffee maker designed in the fifties. And Bodum is still producing it with the same painstaking craftsmanship used way back when with the original. The frame and lid, made of steel, undergo several chrome plating processes to obtain a durable shiny surface that will last for many years of intense use. The only difference in the production process since the fifties is Bodum's commitment to the highest standards of environmentally correct manufacturing, which is especially important during the chrome plating process. The black polypropylene handle comes in a matte finish that not only gives a comfortable grip while serving but adds to the classic quality of the design. The French press system has always been the simplest and ultimate way of brewing an excellent cup of coffee. Using fresh coarse-ground beans with water between 92 and 96 degrees Fahrenheit brings out the very best in all types of coffee.3-2/5" L x 5-3/10" W x 7-1/2" H, with a 3 cup capacity
G**A
Excellent Sturdy and Strong Coffee Maker
This is a solid piece - considering RRP is £30 for 0.35 L being sold for £13. I don't understand some of the reviews here - Bodum is a quality brand, the glass is solid enough for its purpose, it is sturdy and well-built and looks very aesthetically pleasing. It also has a very sturdy grip handle which other coffee makers do not, such as ones made of steel or metal which make you feel like you're going to drop it or the weight cannot be taken. To clear up the size issue: 3 cup does not mean 3 full coffee cups like what you get here in the UK / US when you go to a coffee shop. 1 cup is equivalent to a small espresso or Turkish coffee cup size - so you would get 3 small cups with the 0.35 L coffee maker. Or alternatively, the 0.35 L size would give you 1 large cup (standard Starbucks / Costa size). I hope that helps. Finally it will look beautiful on a kitchen countertop or in a lounge and will blend in with any kitchen decor. The design and silver accents make it a pleasure to use. All in all, highly recommended by me, so do not hesitate to buy from Amazon at this price! 10/10 product with real value for money.Recipe: try Ethiopian Yergacheffe black coffee - add 2 scoops to coffee maker along with sugar and 2 pods of cardamom (crushed). Stir well and let brew for 4-5 minutes. Do not add milk as this is a black coffee. This is a pure caffeine hit in the morning or afternoon - once you taste this, you will never go back to normal coffee.
S**B
1 small cup for this man, 1 giant heap for flavour.
The media could not be loaded. Now if like me, you can’t face the world in the morning until you’ve had a cup of coffee but don’t have the time to make a full pot and don’t particularly enjoy pod coffees, then you’re going to love this.This small but perfectly formed Bodum Chambord French press is just the thing for a quick and easy cup of ground coffee. The design and finish is very good as you would expect from a respected brand such as Bodum. The function is just as good, with a simple plunger and filter that is very effective as it does a great job at ensuring a smooth and tasty cup is poured, time and time again.It cleans well after use and it’s ready to go again!As you can see in my video, I used a very small cup and just about get 2 cups. If using a mug it’s enough for 1 good cup.In summary, it’s a nice little thing that produces great coffee for one. It’s not as cheap as others but it’s a quality item, from a quality brand.
D**Y
Plunger broke after 3 months - avoid
We've had a cheap, plastic, large cafetiere for many years, still going strong, works great. However, we needed a smaller one and so I decided to buy a really good one this time.I wish I'd bought a cheap plastic one. This Bodum *seems* well made and strong, but the plunger stopped working after 3 months. It just won't stay up, no matter how hard I press it up into the lid. Put it in the cafetiere - it immediately drops right down into the water, rendering it useless.My advice - avoid. Buy a cheap plastic one. In my experience, they actually work and you'll save money. Very disappointed.
F**C
Defect ???
Not sure what happened but a crack appeared after pouring some hot water a few days ago. Haven't had it for long and it never fell or anything so there might have been an underlying defect somewhere (we can feel the crack inside but not outside btw, if someone from Bodum is reading this, I'm happy to send it back for further examination).Very disappointed, I thought it would be a better quality item especially for that price...
A**H
Which? Recommended but not great
Bought based on Which? Best buy but too many niggles compared to metal von haus one I've had for years.Pros:high filtration (based on Which? Test)Cons:Cools fast so have to reheat once poured sometimes.Doesn't poor quickly or completely if leave tilted into cup, unnecessary plastic gauze blocks flow if not dead centre to spout.Comparatively expensive.
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