Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #9690 in Kitchen & Housewares
- Color: Chrome
- Brand: Bodum
- Model: 1932-16US4
- Dimensions: 5.43" h x
6.93" w x
10.63" l,
1.96 pounds
Features
- Coffee is measured in 4 oz. cups, this 12-cup, 51-ounce French Press serves for 3-4 people
- Carafe is made of durable, heat-resistant borosilicate glass; Stainless Steel frame and heat resistant handle. Both Dishwasher Safe
- 3-part stainless steel mesh filter helps extract your coffee's aromatic oils and subtle flavors
- Pressed coffee extracts the perfect amount of essentials oils and acids from the bean for the maximum amount of flavor from your coffee. It's the preferred method for brewing for coffee enthusiasts everywhere
- All parts are dishwasher-safe
Bodum Chambord 12 cup French Press Coffee Maker, 51 oz, Chrome
Product Description
When Bodum took over a small clarinet factory in Normandy in 1982, it was not because of the fine orchestra clarinets they were producing but because of a relatively unknown coffee maker called the Chambord which they produced as well. The reason the French press coffee maker has become one of the most popular coffeemakers in the world is pure and simple, taste. The materials (glass and stainless steel) are completely taste-free so nothing comes between your ground coffee beans. This is exactly the reason why coffee tasters use this method to determine the quality of coffee beans. No paper filter not only means no waste, but that the coffee bean's essential oils go directly to your cup, delivering the flavor that is-lost on paper filters. Simplicity works best and is the reason why the Chambord's design has not changed a bit from its original drawing. Make taste, not waste.
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
94 of 94 people found the following review helpful.
A Classic European Staple
By A Customer
I remember the first time I saw one of these, it was Stowe VT, approx. 1984, and the savy worldy friend educated me that she had experimented with many methods of coffee making and this was her favorite. How right she was. I have been hooked ever since and have only replaced my Bodum once......due to divorce, not distruction. I recommend heating the water by using an electric kettle that sits on a seperate base(Target has Philips Electric Kettle HD4651). I agree with fellow reviewers on not using boiling water (I let the kettle sit a bit) and with swirling a bit before a slow plunge. To keep coffee warm while brewing in the Bodum, use a cozy (an insulated fabric cover) or a dish towel wrapped around, I let sit approx. 5 minutes. Lastly, always avoid soap/dishwashing liquid. If you just use hot water to rinse clean there is no need of soap. I learned this trick in Ireland. (They also never wash tea pots in suds) Coffee grinds are safe to go down the sink, my Dad said that the local plumber told him that it is good at exfoliating the pipes. Ask your own plumber to be sure. So clean up is as simple as just rinsing in hot water, no need for messy filters or grinds everywere. Not only in my own home, but in castles and bed and breakfasts all over Europe, the French Press is a staple way of serving coffee. ENJOY
107 of 115 people found the following review helpful.
great coffee, miserable glass
By A Customer
My Bodum presses have always made great coffee, but unfortunately, they don't ever last very long. I think Bodum must have something wrong with the process they are using to blow glass these days. The last three of these presses (yes, three) that I've had have all cracked from what must be expansion/contraction problems since the only thing that happened before I had coffee on my feet was adding hot water to the carafe. I've been very careful with all of them, so abuse is not the culprit. If it were not for this less than minor problem, I'd give it five stars - however, since the average cost of a cup of coffee increases with the number of presses that I have to buy, I'm giving it 2 stars.
45 of 48 people found the following review helpful.
buy the Frieling stainless steel instead
By kabbalah
I've owned every different type of coffee maker possible over the years and the French press if used correctly is my favorite. I have had a few Bodum ones and they were the best UNTIL I found the Frieling stainless steel 35 Ounce French press. This is an improvement as significant as the automobile over the horse and buggy. The stainless steel keeps the coffee hot, and they are no more broken glass beakers. It is also a fabulous looking piece. For a few bucks more you'll be much happier. By the way there are 2 different size models. Go with the bigger one as they are very close in size.
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