KRUPS Dolce Gusto Mini Me Artic KP123B
A practical pod coffee machine (The Dolce Gusto Mini, compact) for fuss-free pod coffee at home.
How to Use a Pod Coffee Machine (Step by Step)
Pod coffee machines are about as easy as coffee gets, but a few tips help. Here's the simple routine.
Quick answer
Fill the water tank, switch the machine on and let it heat up, drop in a coffee pod, place your cup underneath, and press the button for your cup size. The machine pierces the pod and brews in under a minute. Lift the lever to eject the used pod when it's done.
Step by step
1. Fill the water tank with fresh cold water. 2. Turn the machine on and let it heat up (a light usually shows when it's ready). 3. Lift the lever or open the holder and drop in a pod for your machine's system. 4. Put your cup under the spout. 5. Select your cup size or press the brew button. 6. When it stops, lift the lever to drop the used pod into the internal bin.
Tips for a better cup
Use pods made for your machine's system, as Nespresso, Dolce Gusto and Tassimo pods aren't interchangeable. Run a water-only shot first to warm the cup, keep the water tank topped up with fresh water, and empty the used-pod bin regularly. Descale every couple of months so the coffee keeps flowing and tasting right.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you use a coffee pod machine?
Fill the water tank, heat the machine, insert a pod, put your cup underneath and press for your cup size. It brews in under a minute; then eject the used pod.
Do you need to descale a pod coffee machine?
Yes - descale every couple of months (or when the machine indicates) to remove limescale, which otherwise slows the flow and affects the taste, especially in hard-water areas.
Can you use any pods in any machine?
No - pod systems are specific. Nespresso, Dolce Gusto and Tassimo pods each fit only their own machines, so buy pods that match your system.
Bottom line
Our top pick is the KRUPS Dolce Gusto Mini Me Artic KP123B (our score 9.6/10) - A practical pod coffee machine (The Dolce Gusto Mini, compact) for fuss-free pod coffee at home..