Cuisinart SS-10P1 User Manual - Page 5

The Quest for the Perfect Cup of Coffee Element 1: WATER Any hot beverage is made up primarily of water. Often overlooked, the quality of the water is as important as the quality of the coffee, tea or cocoa. A good rule of thumb is that if your water doesn't taste good from the tap, it won't taste any better in your beverage. That's why the Cuisinart® Premium Single-Serve Coffeemaker has added a charcoal water filter that removes chlorine, bad tastes and odors, for the purest cup every time. Element 2: COFFEE While the bulk of the liquid is water, all of the flavor should be from the coffee, tea or cocoa. To achieve the same great quality you receive at coffee bars, you need to use the same quality ingredients. By using the best single-serve coffee capsules, you can be assured that you're getting the finest product with every cup you brew. If you choose to use your own coffee in the included HomeBarista™ Reusable Filter Cup, make sure all your ingredients are at their freshest. Element 3: GRIND The grind of coffee and cocoa, or the refinement of your tea leaves, is critical for proper flavor extraction. With the pre-measured, pre-ground ingredients found in every capsule, you can rest easy knowing that it'll brew perfectly each and every time, locking in maximum flavor and freshness. Element 4: PROPORTION No matter which cup size you choose, the Cuisinart® Premium Single-Serve Coffeemaker, working in conjunction with a capsule, always produces the perfect cup every time. When grinding your own coffee and using it in the included HomeBarista™ Reusable Filter Cup, remember to add the amount of ground coffee that corresponds to the number of ounces being brewed, but do not exceed 2½ tablespoons. 5