Clive Coffee
Hand Roasted in Portland

We price match! Email us at sales@clivecoffee.com if you find a lower price or better deal. The Technivorm includes the long-awaited brew-thru lid, 4 half bags of our hand-roasted coffee, a box of Cleancaf coffeemaker cleaner/descaler, and a box of 100 paper filters from Holland.

TECHNIVORM CDT SURPASSES THE REST

Of all the coffee makers on the market, we chose to carry exclusively the Technivorm Moccamaster. As one of only two coffeemakers certified by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCAA), this machine is head and shoulders above the rest. Instead of thin plastic parts and unnecessary electronic gadgetry, the Technivorm KBT-741 is built solidly and has only an on/off switch and a three-position switch to control the flow of coffee into the carafe.

We've tested the other machines out there, and they generally make bitter, flat coffee. The Technivorm CDT will brew your coffee the way it should be brewed, producing a clean, nuanced, and flavorful cup of coffee.



RAVE REVIEWS

From Cook’s Illustrated to Men’s Journal, the reviews are consistent, glowing praise. With each machine hand built and tested in the Netherlands, you can be confident that you are making the best coffee possible. To watch Cook’s Illustrated test review, elevating the Technivorm over all other coffee makers, click on the image below to open a new window.



For detailed information, click on the DETAILS or FAQ tabs above. For completely unfiltered feedback from our customers, click on the REVIEWS tab.

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• Model CDT


• The Technivorm CDT offers the same benefits as the more commonly reviewed Technivorm KBT-741, but with a round water tank and housing instead of rectangular. The water carafe, copper heating element, high wattage and sleek, hand-assembled materials are the same on both machines.


• Makes 8 six ounce cups (10 cups by European standards)


• Color: Polished Silver


• Quiet brew cycle.


• Copper boiling element with double safety guard. The heating element is turned off if there is no water in the tank or if the carafe is removed from the machine.


• Cone shaped filter ensures proper extraction.


• Dimensions: 15 5/8" high by 7" deep, and with the carafe in place, 12" wide.


• Original "Smitdesign" by Technivorm is hand-assembled out of the best materials available in Amerongen, the Netherlands


• Weight: 8 pounds


• 1400 watts


• Coffee included in 6 oz bags, whole bean: Our Ethiopian Yirgacheffe, medium roasted with floral aromas and an innate sweetness; Sumatra Mandheling Retro, which is bold and rich, with a bit more roastiness; Guatemala Antigua, with honeyed apricot and toasted hazelnuts along with bright acidity; and last but not least, the Brazilian Mogiana, always warm, nutty, and sweet.

AWARD WINNING COFFEE

The striking minimalist design of the Technivorm is married to an impressive ability to make great coffee. The Moccamaster earned the coveted SCAA certification because of its ability to brew at a consistent temperature between 195 and 205 degrees Fahrenheit for the full 6 minutes of the short brew cycle. The secret is the heating element, which is made of copper instead of aluminum, and the high wattage of the machine (1475 watts instead of the typical 900), both working together to bring the water to the right temperature quickly.

A CUT ABOVE

By comparison, most home machines only reach 185 degrees while brewing, and take around 10 minutes to finish the cycle. The longer the hot water saturates the beans, more bitter compounds are pulled out. This is why most home machines make flat and bitter coffee. The Technivorm not only brews coffee at the proper temperature, it also uses a 9-outlet spray head and cone-shaped filter (as opposed to a flat bottom) to ensure even extraction of the grounds. The carafe will maintain an optimal serving temperature between 155 and 175 degrees F.

Since the 1960s this Netherlandic company has been hand-making machines, providing customers with machines in line with their central aims of making “reliable equipment simple to operate providing the maximum satisfaction to its users through being completely dependable.”

KBT-741 AND CDT MODELS COMPARED

The KBT-741 offers the same features as the CDT, except with aesthetic differences. The KBT-741 has a tall, rectangular water tank and housing, while the CDT is cylindrical. The use the same carafe, which is solid stainless steel, with double-wall construction and an airtight lid to retain heat. It will comfortably hold 8 cups of coffee (6 ounce cups). The housing of both machines is made of thick machined aluminum with a polished finish.

The carafe is solid stainless steel, with double-wall construction and an airtight lid to retain heat. It will comfortably hold 8 cups of coffee (6 ounce cups).

WARRANTY

This machine includes a 1 year warranty on parts and labor from date of purchase. In the event of any warranty issues, we'll take care it to your complete satisfaction. There is a certified repair shop here in Portland, Oregon that can take care of all repair issues. We'll work with you through the entire process to get the machine repaired or replaced.

Beyond the 1 year warranty period,, your Technivorm can be repaired here in Portland, Oregon for a reasonable fee. You are responsible for shipping both ways

RETURNS

We guarantee your complete satisfaction with the Technivorm. You have 30 days to give it a try. If you don't love it, we'll email you a prepaid UPS return label. Upon receiving your return, we'll credit your card the original purchase in full. It's that simple. We are only happy when you're completely satisfied with your purchase.

• What's the difference between the KBT-741 and the CDT?
• Is is really worth $299?
• What's with the gold filter?
• Does it keep the coffee hot for 6 hours?
• Can I pick my own coffee?
• Is it safe to leave the machine on?
• How do I clean the carafe if it's not dishwasher safe?
• Do you sell used machines?
• Is there a brew-thru lid in the works? When will it be available and for how much?
• What grind do you recommend for the Technivorm?
• Does the hot water touch any plastic components and is the plastic BPA free?
  
  
  
  

What's the difference between the KBT-741 and the CDT?

The difference is purely aesthetics, and four tenths of an inch in height. The KBT-741 has a square water tank and housing and is four tenths of an inch taller than the CDT. The CDT has a cylindrical water tank and housing. Both share the same quality components like the copper heating element, have the same carafe, and hold the same amount of water.

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Is is really worth $299?

When we first started selling coffee equipment, we had no plans to carry coffee makers. Too many of them gurgle forth disgusting coffee, are made in China, and proudly feature only one reliable function, which is their time of death, precisely two years after purchase. We've been french press and espresso people for so long that we couldn't imagine a coffee maker making a delicious brew. When we heard of the Technivorm, we knew we had to give it a try. It simply did not disappoint, and now we use it every day at the office. In fact, it brews up four to five carafes a day for us, and doesn't show any signs of wear. It weighs about eight pounds, and the European craftsmanship is evident in the quality components. The Technivorm is an investment in years of coffee drinking pleasure.

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Do I need the gold filter?

If you like rich, flavorful coffee and don't mind a bit of sediment, like in french pressed coffee, we highly recommend the gold filter. Ours is imported from Switzerland and features a very fine mesh. Paper filters trap more of the natural coffee oils and don't allow as much coffee to get through along with the water, so it will result in a highly filtered cup of coffee. Some people prefer this. If you like "rich" coffee, give the gold filter a try. Any size 4, cone shaped gold filter will fit in the Technivorm.

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How long will the carafe keep the coffee hot?

We've found that the Technivorm keeps coffee hot in its carafe for about an hour and a half. If you'd like to keep your coffee hot for longer than that, we recommend some of the other vacuum carafes, such as the striking jugs from Stelton or the famous Nissan vacuum jugs.

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Can I pick my own coffee?

Yes! We usually select 4 of our favorite coffees to send to you in 6 ounce sample bags. If you’d like something different, we can send you 2 of our 12 ounce bags. Just tells us what you’d like in the “notes” box when you place your order.

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Is it safe to leave the machine on?

Yes. There are some misconceptions floating around on forum threads and in reviews on various sites. The Technivorm has a DOUBLE safety feature. Two conditions must be met for the heating element to be turned on - the first is the carafe must be pushed in all the way so that the white button is depressed all the way. The second is a floater that is built into the water tank. This is a small piece of plastic that rests under the metal cover on the bottom of the water tank. If this floater isn't floating, it indicates to the machine that there is no water in the tank and the boiler remains off. If either of these two conditions are not met, the power in the machine is only going to the light on the power switch. It's safe to leave the machine on, as the heating element will be completely turned off. We do recommend turning it off when you remember, but it won't harm the machine to leave it on.

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How do I clean the carafe if it's not dishwasher safe?

The stainless steel Technivorm carafe can get coffee stains on the inside which are difficult to clean. We have found that using a little electric dishwasher soap (like Cascade), or one of the Cascade “action pacs”, cleans up the inside nicely. Simply fill the carafe full of hot water, add the soap, and let it soak for 30 minutes. All the stains should be removed without any effort. The filter basket and metal water warm are dishwasher safe (top rack).

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Do you sell used machines?

Never. All of our machines are 100% new, in the manufacturer's box. You may see a very small amount of water in the Technivorm when you receive it. This is from the bench testing that Technivorm conducts on every single coffee maker that leaves their factory. This is completely normal, and is one of the reasons why we recommend that you run two cycles of water through your machine before brewing for the first time.

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Is there a brew-thru lid in the works? When will it be available and for how much?

Yes! Technivorm has indeed developed a brew-thru lid that fits on the current KBT-741 and CDT carafes. Click here for more info. Heat retention is maximized by dropping the coffee at the bottom of the carafe. It also mixes the coffee as its brewing. You can brew and pour through this lid. It is dishwasher safe (top rack). Please note that this lid will increase the temperature of the brewed coffee at the end of the brew cycle, but the coffee will cool faster than with the Travel lid as it is not a complete seal. For the hottest coffee possible, use the Brew Thru lid first, then seal the carafe with the Travel lid. We have been told that the brew thru lid will come standard on the Technivorms in March. For now they are available for $8.95. Please note that the brew-thru lid does NOT fit on the KBTS carafes.

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What grind do you recommend for the Technivorm?

The grind level depends on a variety of factors - type of coffee, how darkly it's roasted (and how much oil there is on the outside of the bean,) and the atmospheric moisture. That being said, the optimal grind is usually the coarseness of cornmeal. If your grinder has 10 settings, 1 for espresso and 10 for percolator, start with 6, then adjust from there. If water cannot find its way through the grinds quick enough, and/or your filter basket is overflowing, then step up the coarseness. Too fine and the coffee will over-extract (tasting bitter) - too coarse, and it will under-extract (tasting weak).

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Does the hot water touch any plastic components and is the plastic BPA free?

The water tank is made of high density plastic (like airplane windows), and holds cold water until the brew cycle is started, then the water is dropped into the heating element. The water is heated in the copper heating element, then is forced up a glass tube, over the metal spray arm, then down into the plastic filter basket. This basket is made of ABS plastic (like plastic plumbing pipes) and does not contain the BPA that is associated with health hazards.

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For more information, read our Technivorm Brewing Guide here. Call us with any questions! We're at 800.520.2890, or sales@clivecoffee.com.