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Tanta · 2011-11-20, 08:43 AM

Runnin', have you tried different brands of T-cups? Any favorites? Thanks!

runnin' · 2011-11-20, 10:09 AM

Yes I have and so far the Gevalia Morning Roast is a favorite. And I was somewhat surprised to find that in this system Nabob 100% Colombian makes a tasty cup. Each variety you buy comes in a specific cup size which is indicated somewhere on the package. The bar code on the T-disc is read by the Tassimo which then varies the heat and water according to the recipe. You get the coffee exactly the way it was designed to be, but at the end you can add water or stop the process early if you so choose.

Oh, I've also had good success making an Americano out of a single espresso shot and adding hot water.

Tanta · 2011-11-21, 09:52 AM

Thanks Runnin'; the Nabob Café Crema fits nicely between the Expresso and Columbian blends; its bolder than the Columbian and has the same large volume, and excellent crema. Using the manual brew button, I also 'lenghten' the Expresso by 3 Oz to a total of 6, to obtain an allongé.
I compared the T-cup bar codes on the Latte, Cappuccino and Expresso Nabob selections, and found them to be identical, however the UHT milk T-cups have different codes in the Latte and Cappuccino kits.

Tanta · 2011-12-03, 04:20 PM

I've recently tried the Chai tea latte. I found the mixture a bit too sweet, but by running the same 'tea leaf' cup 2 more times and then combining in a 3:1 ratio (tea: UHT milk), it makes a solid drink for a cold winter day!

To run the same T-cup twice, you need to open the T-cup compartment, and then close it again praying that the two original perforation holes are properly lined up. The Tassimo reads the bar code again, and restarts the brewing cycle. Powering down and up again without opening the compartment does not reset the bar code reader; the machine remains in its standby state, as if there were no T-cup in it. Using this approach, I was able to use the same cup over 4 brewing cycles, and still obtain a strong tea. As the perforation holes widen slightly, there is some steam loss with increasing cycles. I have never seen water deposition near the bar code reader assembly, but if the seals surrounding the reader are not 100% waterproof, leakage could occur and the machine might be damaged; the only caveat.

audacity · 2011-12-04, 12:39 PM

I'm looking forward to the Cadbury Hot Chocolate. I've seen it on various web sites, but neither those sites nor the local retailers around me seem to have any of those T-Discs in stock. Apparently December 15th is the magic day.

ratovan · 2011-12-04, 04:39 PM

I bought a Tassimo about 3 weeks ago. I'm on my 3rd pack of Cadbury's hot chocolate. There a few stores near me that carry it. Well worth it as its a great cup of hot chocolate.

bgclarke · 2011-12-05, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by audacity

I'm looking forward to the Cadbury Hot Chocolate. I've seen it on various web sites, but neither those sites nor the local retailers around me seem to have any of those T-Discs in stock. Apparently December 15th is the magic day.

Where are you located?

Bed, Bath, & Beyond is the only local retailer that is carrying the Cadbury Hot Chocolate T-Discs.

Home Outfitters usually has a good variety of T-Discs, but they didn't have the Cadbury last time we were there.

redzone · 2011-12-05, 03:07 PM

wouldnt it be cheaper to buy the powder? thats all i do . pour a hot water then add the powder.

Jam · 2011-12-05, 03:24 PM

Wouldn't it be cheaper to buy coffee beans and grind them and make a pot? lol

I think someone wandered into the wrong thread

Tanta · 2011-12-05, 03:33 PM

Redzone has a point; it would be cheaper! The latest issue of Québec's consumer magazine 'Protégez-Vous' evaluates all the single-serving brewing systems, and the headline of the main article reads: '70$ per month for coffee'. Not far from the truth...

redzone · 2011-12-05, 03:40 PM

but the difference is you cant make 1 cup of coffee with a normal brewer (not in an easy to do manner anyways) with minimal cleanup.

hot chocolate on the other hand is a powder with no clean up. all you need is a spoon.

but your right. if you only have 1 or 2 cups every once in a while it can be worth the convenience.

audacity · 2011-12-05, 07:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bgclarke

Where are you located?

I'm in the Edmonton area.

I haven't seen any so far, but all I've checked is SuperStore, Future Shop, and Canadian Tire.

das75 · 2011-12-05, 09:12 PM

never big on the single server idea due cost, but wife picked up a Keurig. Well I'm sold on it now, yes cost more than a regular coffee pot but the convenience does make up for it. Hot chocolate, making the kid use the stuff in the can, got to draw the line somewhere.

Deckster · 2011-12-06, 12:08 PM

I use hot chocolate from a can, and tea bags for tea, but use the Kuerig for instant hot water. I would be willing to buy tea k-cups if I found something that I like better than my favourite bags, however for hot chocolate, it is a pain to have to run water through after brewing to avoid plugging up the machine.

mark · 2011-12-06, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by audacity

I haven't seen any so far, but all I've checked is SuperStore, Future Shop, and Canadian Tire.

Canadian Tire should be able to order it in for you under their product number 53-4337. It was just made available to them late last month so many/most stores wouldn't have it in stock yet.

View Poll Results: What single serve coffee system do you prefer?
Dolce Gusto	0	0%
Flavia	0	0%
Keurig	34	68.00%
Nespresso	1	2.00%
Pods (generic)	1	2.00%
Tassimo	15	30.00%
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2011-12-03, 04:20 PM	#64
Tanta Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Quebec Posts: 660	Tassimo T-cup evaluation: Chai Latte I've recently tried the Chai tea latte. I found the mixture a bit too sweet, but by running the same 'tea leaf' cup 2 more times and then combining in a 3:1 ratio (tea: UHT milk), it makes a solid drink for a cold winter day! To run the same T-cup twice, you need to open the T-cup compartment, and then close it again praying that the two original perforation holes are properly lined up. The Tassimo reads the bar code again, and restarts the brewing cycle. Powering down and up again without opening the compartment does not reset the bar code reader; the machine remains in its standby state, as if there were no T-cup in it. Using this approach, I was able to use the same cup over 4 brewing cycles, and still obtain a strong tea. As the perforation holes widen slightly, there is some steam loss with increasing cycles. I have never seen water deposition near the bar code reader assembly, but if the seals surrounding the reader are not 100% waterproof, leakage could occur and the machine might be damaged; the only caveat.

2011-12-04, 04:39 PM	#66
ratovan Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Montreal ,Bell Fibe (1x2262,3x1200), Wii, Xbox 360 w/HDDVD, PS3 (mostly for Bluray) Posts: 230	I bought a Tassimo about 3 weeks ago. I'm on my 3rd pack of Cadbury's hot chocolate. There a few stores near me that carry it. Well worth it as its a great cup of hot chocolate. __________________ Wii Code: 0050 5044 3338 1179 gamertag: ratovan

2011-12-06, 12:08 PM	#74
Deckster Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Sudbury ON, and Red Lake ON Posts: 1,040	I use hot chocolate from a can, and tea bags for tea, but use the Kuerig for instant hot water. I would be willing to buy tea k-cups if I found something that I like better than my favourite bags, however for hot chocolate, it is a pain to have to run water through after brewing to avoid plugging up the machine. __________________ TC-P54G25, JVC Receiver, Turbosound Impact 50 speakers, Turbosound Impact 110 Sub, Sony SA-WM500 Sub, Bell TV 9200

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2011-11-20, 08:43 AM	#61
Tanta Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Quebec Posts: 660	Runnin', have you tried different brands of T-cups? Any favorites? Thanks!

2011-11-20, 10:09 AM	#62
runnin' Join Date: May 2007 Location: B.C. Posts: 500	Yes I have and so far the Gevalia Morning Roast is a favorite. And I was somewhat surprised to find that in this system Nabob 100% Colombian makes a tasty cup. Each variety you buy comes in a specific cup size which is indicated somewhere on the package. The bar code on the T-disc is read by the Tassimo which then varies the heat and water according to the recipe. You get the coffee exactly the way it was designed to be, but at the end you can add water or stop the process early if you so choose. Oh, I've also had good success making an Americano out of a single espresso shot and adding hot water.

2011-11-21, 09:52 AM	#63
Tanta Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Quebec Posts: 660	Thanks Runnin'; the Nabob Café Crema fits nicely between the Expresso and Columbian blends; its bolder than the Columbian and has the same large volume, and excellent crema. Using the manual brew button, I also 'lenghten' the Expresso by 3 Oz to a total of 6, to obtain an allongé. I compared the T-cup bar codes on the Latte, Cappuccino and Expresso Nabob selections, and found them to be identical, however the UHT milk T-cups have different codes in the Latte and Cappuccino kits.

2011-12-04, 12:39 PM	#65
audacity Veteran Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: 127.0.0.1 Posts: 1,803	I'm looking forward to the Cadbury Hot Chocolate. I've seen it on various web sites, but neither those sites nor the local retailers around me seem to have any of those T-Discs in stock. Apparently December 15th is the magic day.

2011-12-05, 03:07 PM	#68
redzone Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,026	wouldnt it be cheaper to buy the powder? thats all i do . pour a hot water then add the powder.

2011-12-05, 03:24 PM	#69
Jam Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Burlington Posts: 120	Wouldn't it be cheaper to buy coffee beans and grind them and make a pot? lol I think someone wandered into the wrong thread

2011-12-05, 03:33 PM	#70
Tanta Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Quebec Posts: 660	Redzone has a point; it would be cheaper! The latest issue of Québec's consumer magazine 'Protégez-Vous' evaluates all the single-serving brewing systems, and the headline of the main article reads: '70$ per month for coffee'. Not far from the truth...

2011-12-05, 03:40 PM	#71
redzone Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,026	but the difference is you cant make 1 cup of coffee with a normal brewer (not in an easy to do manner anyways) with minimal cleanup. hot chocolate on the other hand is a powder with no clean up. all you need is a spoon. but your right. if you only have 1 or 2 cups every once in a while it can be worth the convenience.

2011-12-05, 09:12 PM	#73
das75 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Edmonton Posts: 457	never big on the single server idea due cost, but wife picked up a Keurig. Well I'm sold on it now, yes cost more than a regular coffee pot but the convenience does make up for it. Hot chocolate, making the kid use the stuff in the can, got to draw the line somewhere.