Coffee Percolators Keep Coffee Pipin' Hot and Full of Flavor

Have you ever wondered why the coffee is so strong at your favorite diner? It's because they use coffee percolators. True coffee lovers know that if you want a strong cup of coffee, you need to use a percolator. These coffee makers continuously brew coffee grounds at a boiling level.

If you're using a regular ol' coffee maker, then you know once your morning coffee hits the coffee pot, that's as strong as it's going to be. The brewing process of coffee percolators is a significant perk for those who need their coffee to stay warm and fresh (with every pour.)

How Does the Percolation Process Work?

Best Percolators

1. Farberware 12-Cup Percolator, Stainless Steel, FCP412

This stainless steel coffee percolator is Amazon's Choice for Farberware Electric Percolators. It's safe to say that it's the best coffee percolator on Amazon for around $40.

Farberware's 12-cup coffee percolator makes one cup per minute. This is perfect for large families, offices, or any coffee fiend. The automatic 'keep warm' function is a plus. After perking, your coffee will keep warm, at the perfect temperature.

No paper filters are needed! The durable filter basket will extract all of your coffee grounds for that perfect cup of robust coffee. Also, the drip-free spout keeps your kitchen counters free of messy spills.

2. Presto 02811 12-Cup Stainless Steel Coffee Maker

Presto's percolator is also a great choice. This stainless steel percolator keeps coffee piping hot! (Just how it should be.)

3. Cuisinart PRC-12 Classic 12-Cup Stainless-Steel Percolator, Black/Stainless

Cuisinart's percolator also has a detachable cord. (This makes it easy to pour and serve.) Your ground coffee will be strong and yummy.

4. Hamilton Beach 12 Cup Electric Percolator Coffee Maker with Cool Touch Handle, Stainless Steel (40614R)

You can always count on Hamilton Beach to have a budget-friendly option. This percolator is only $21, and Amazon customer reviews are positive. It also has a permanent filter, making coffee brewing easy and efficient.

5. Copco Brushed 4 to 8-Cup Stainless Steel Stovetop Percolator

If you fall in love with percolating coffee, you'll be happy to know that you can also find stovetop percolators that come in handy for camping trips. Of course, that's if you have a mini stovetop as a heat source. This stovetop coffee percolator is also dishwasher safe.

If you can't seize the day without brewing coffee first, I understand the feeling. Grab one of these electric coffee percolators, and you'll be ready to take on whatever your morning throws at you.

Are you looking for something a bit stronger? Consider an espresso maker. That first sip of espresso will definitely light a spark in you.

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