Product DescriptionBodum 1548-01 Brazil French Press Coffee Maker. 8 cup (4 US cup)
What Others Say
Amazing! Indestructable & Easy to Clean
I've had his french press for a few weeks, and have used it about 20 times (at least). The reason we bought this press was because my boyfriend is strong like the hulk, and BROKE a glass french press- yes with his bare hands- when he was trying to clean it. No, not under hot water. So, the idea of an "indestructable" coffee press seemed like a good idea.
It truly is indestructable. I can wash it immediately after using- something you can't do with glass. Then, I just throw it in the dishwasher. There hasn't been a problem yet and I've used it every weekday morning for like 4 weeks. To me, it's just as elegant looking as the glass ones, but I always prefer function over form with appliances.
Had problem with lid (but great coffee)
I purchased a Bodum Brazil French Press (1548-01 US, 32 oz) in July 2007. I use it about 5 times a week, and have always hand-washed it.
It makes great coffee, and I've had no problems with the filter. However, two months ago, the plastic cylinder on the bottom of the lid broke so that the lid now wobbles.
I called Bodum's customer service line and was told the lid can not be purchased as a replacement part and the press has no warranty.
While it was just a $20 press, I expected it to last more than a year. I'll be buying a Frieling next time.
Great product for the price
I recently bought the Brazil press, and so far it's been fantastic -- no cracks or chips in the beaker (knock on wood), no ill-fated high-pressure explosions -- nothing but great-tasting coffee.
I do have two minor complaints:
1) It's much harder to clean the grounds out than I expected (but I think that is probably true of any press pot)
2) There is no way this makes 8 6-ounce cups of coffee. Note that the description says 8 cups, but 4 US cups! I make about half of the pot, and it fills one mug with room for cream.
Otherwise, I love it! I am so happy I went with this instead of buying a new drip coffee maker -- better coffee, and it even takes up less space.
