What does a coffee maker do?

A coffee maker is an appliance used to brew coffee by heating water and filtering the resulting brew. It is typically an electric appliance, but non-electric models also exist. Coffee makers come in various types and sizes, and can be used to make a variety of coffee beverages.

The most common type of coffee maker is the drip coffee maker. This type of coffee maker works by heating water in a reservoir and then pouring the water over ground coffee in a filter basket. The coffee drips through the filter and into a carafe or pot below.

Other types of coffee makers include:

* French press coffee makers: These coffee makers work by steeping ground coffee in hot water for several minutes and then pressing the coffee grounds down to the bottom of the pot.

* Pour-over coffee makers: These coffee makers work by pouring hot water over ground coffee in a filter basket and letting the coffee drip into a cup or carafe.

* Percolator coffee makers: These coffee makers work by boiling water in a reservoir and then forcing the water up through a tube and over ground coffee in a filter basket.

* Espresso machines: These coffee makers work by forcing pressurized hot water through ground coffee to produce a concentrated coffee beverage called espresso.

Coffee makers are an essential appliance for many coffee drinkers, and they come in a variety of types and sizes to suit every taste and budget.