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Keurig B40 Elite Gourmet Single-Cup Home-Brewing System
 
Manufacturer: Keurig
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List Price: $119.99
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Product Description
The Elite Brewing System is Keurig's gourmet home brewing made affordable. The Elite Brewing System, the most affordably priced Keurig kitchen brewing system, offers K-Cup® coffee, tea and hot cocoa brewing as the elite choice to any drip coffee maker. The Elite offers two cup sizes for brewing options with the programmable feature of Auto Off. The 48-ounce removable water reservoir holds up to 6 cups before refilling and for the removable drip tray allows for easy cleaning and the use of travel mugs.At initial set up, once the machine is filled with water, it will take approximately 4-minutes for the water will be heated. During the heating period the red light next to ‘HEATING’ on the LED Control Center will become illuminated. Once the water is heated, the red light will turn off and the Small Mug Button will flash. Press the Small Mug Button to start a cleansing brew. Pour the hot water into the sink. The Brewer may take 15 seconds to reheat water between brews during which time the red light next to ‘HEATING’ on the LED Control Center may be illuminated. When the water has heated, the red light will turn off. The one-time set-up process is now complete and you are ready to brew!

Product Details
  • 1500-watt single-serve brewing system for gourmet coffee or tea
  • Uses patented K-Cups; no messy grinding or clean up
  • Removable 48-ounce water reservoir; removable drip tray
  • 2 brew-size options; 2-hour automatic shut-off; descale indicator
  • Brewer requires 4 minutes of priming before being ready to use. See Product Manual below.

Video Reviews
Keurig Elite B40 Single-Cup Brewer

Customer Reviews
Do your research, then use your head.
 
Review Date: June 6, 2009
Reviewer: Peace Frog, Bakersfield, CA
I read every single Amazon.com review for this item. And then read them again. I went to the Keurig website and researched the B40. Came back to Amazon and read the reviews one more time. If I was going to pay $100 for a coffee machine, I wanted to be sure I knew as much as possible about it. I finally purchased the B40, and after getting it today and having brewed four cups of coffee so far, I offer the following review (from a BLACK COFFEE drinker, no milk, no sugar):

I think the people who claim this machine is too loud and complain that it vibrates too much are your normal "Mr. Coffee" people. Yes, the machine makes noise. It's pumping pressurized hot water into the K-Cups. Of course it's gonna make noise. I counted each time the noise was made. It lasts five seconds each time, at most. And it's MUCH quieter than my Melitta Mill & Brew, which grinds the coffee beans with a high shrill. This machine also vibrates. But again, it's well worth the minor noise and moderate vibration. You shouldn't be shelling out this much money for a coffee machine if you expect a Mr. Coffee coffee maker. You are buying a "gourmet" coffee machine, and it has some cool features that require hot pressurized water to be pumped through the machine. Not a big deal!

I think a lot of the negative reviews that I read, and maybe all of them, referred to an older version of the B40 that only had one cup size setting. Indeed, when I purchased this machine at Target today, the display model for the B40 had only one cup size. I had to triple-check the box to make sure I was getting the B40 with the TWO cup sizes (and I was). So maybe they have improved the machine since that version.

I read negative reviews about this machine making weak coffee. I was so freaked out about those reviews, I wanted to brew every K-Cup (even the Extra Bold) on the small cup setting. As I was brewing the third cup, I put in a "regular" K-Cup and hit the "large" cup setting. I immediately went into Panic Mode, worried that I just wasted a K-Cup, because my coffee would be too weak to drink. Not true at all! Yes, the coffee was not quite as strong as I would normally like, but it was a very decent cup of coffee. I will not worry if I ever hit the large size on a regular pod again. Although I plan on buying all Extra Bold cups, so that I can brew a bigger cup.

I am extremely pleased with this coffee machine. So much so that I plan to buy two of this same model (or the B60 if it's on sale) as Christmas gifts for my mom and uncle.

As a former coffee house Assistant Manager and an avid fan of "gourmet" coffee, I highly recommend this coffee machine. Probably the best $100 I have spent in at least five years. One of my biggest concerns was that the beans had NO TIME to brew properly in such a short amount of time. But I was completely wrong. This machine brews a nice, bold, rich cup of coffee. Slightly less bold and rich if you brew the regular pods on the larger cup setting; but still very drinkable. I was also concerned that the pods would leak after removing them from the machine, but they are almost dry. I haven't had a single one drip on the way to the trash can, and I remove them seconds after brewing. I'm extremely pleased with the ease and cleanliness of using this machine. No filters to deal with, no messy coffee grounds, no dirty coffee pots to wash (and filter baskets). The convenience of the machine alone is well worth the minor noise and vibration.

I highly recommend this machine. Just do your research and make sure this is the coffee machine you are looking for. It takes time to research, but it pays off in the end. I couldn't be happier with the B40, and don't see why anyone else wouldn't be just as pleased.

Time for me to make another cup.
Very happy with my purchase!
 
Review Date: February 28, 2006
Reviewer: V. Olsen, New Hampshire
The Keurig B-40 makes excellent, well flavored coffee... in a snap! It tastes just as good as a brewed cup with a traditional coffee maker, it does NOT taste like it came from a vending machine.

The only con is minor: the 7.25 ounce serving size. This is perfect for a coffee cup, but a large coffee mug will require you to brew 2 k-cups. But brewing is so quick, that you can brew both K-cups within 30 seconds.

The B-40 is an excellent choice for a model. Because brew cycles are so fast, you do not need the timer option that comes with the B-50 or B-60. The B-50 also offers a smaller cup brew option, but trust me - you won't need it. The B-40 also comes with an auto-off feature that will turn off the machine 2 hours after the last brew, which is great if you worry you may forget to. (If you drink coffee throughout the day, you can disable this feature too.)

I joined Green Mountain Coffee's "cafe club". Check it out on their website. Huge variety of coffees and teas. Free shipping and automatic deliveries of your favorite flavors set up on a schedule you choose.

Great coffee maker, highly recommend.

Once again addicted to coffee!
 
Review Date: February 7, 2006
Reviewer: LibraryPiper, Cleveland, OH, USA
After several years of laboring over our home coffee machine for mediocre coffee, or waiting in line to spend $$$$ at our local coffeehouse, my husband and I began to consider coffee as just an occasional treat. However, I gave the Keurig B-40 to my husband as a gift, and not a single day has gone by that we have not enjoyed it! It is so easy - just pop in the k-cup, press the brew button, and you have a great cup of coffee or tea. It is perfect for us - we drink about two cups each day with no mess or fuss. The coffee is great - lots of variety in the choices. Check out the different vendors online and you can really save money on the k-cups. We have experimented with ours - making iced tea or iced coffee by using a tall glass of ice instead of the usual mug. I can even use my own tea bags - the Keurig heats up the water very quickly and makes it easy. One of the downsides with this model is that you can't adjust the size (and it is a small serving). To fill up a large mug you might need two or three cycles. You also can't adjust the strength of the brew - your only option is to choose a dark or light roast to vary the intensity. However, both of us have found several flavors that we really enjoy, and our guests are always impressed that they can choose their own blend and flavor! We also tried the Tassimo and the Senseo brands, and found the flavor to be lacking (much more mediocre). If you are a true coffee fan, and want a professionally styled machine that makes it simple and fast to make, then the Keurig B-40 is for you!
Great coffemaker so far
 
Review Date: January 6, 2006
Reviewer: D. Kennedy,
I got the B40 about a week ago and so far could not be more pleased. I considered the B50 initially, but then determined that the programming and dual brew size were not necessary for me. After all, if the brew cycle only takes about 30 seconds, why set a timer for it to start at a certain time? Doing without those two features saved $50 also. The unit came with a sample pack of 18 different coffees and a couple of teas. The flavors/blends that I have tried so far have all been good. I don't usually like very strong/bold coffee, so I can't pass adequate judgement on those varieties. You can buy the K-Cups from several online sources in a variety of flavors for about $9-$13 for a 25-pack.

The brewer itself couldn't be easier to use. I am the only coffee drinker in the house, so I specifically wanted a single cup brewer. My online research led my to this unit and I am very pleased. The initial start-up out of the box takes about 3 minutes to get the system primed and heated. After that, the manual recommends leaving the unit on, which I do. If you choose to have it shut off after use it will take a couple of minutes to heat the water before the next brew. In my case I simply pop a K-Cup into the brewer, push the brew button and 30 seconds later I have a hot cup of tea or coffee. Remove the K-Cup and you're done. The only cleanup is a 2-3 time yearly de-scale process. The unit is a little noisy in the brew process, but it's not loud at all. That's the only negative I would give it and I hesitate to call it a negative.
Just What the Office Needed!
 
Review Date: April 13, 2006
Reviewer: pfred4peace, NYC/CT USA
This is just what my office needed. I have been struggling to find a cafe convenient to my office where I could get a quick cup of java, since the shared pot on my floor is a bit too grimy for me. Of the FIVE cafes in my building, the coffee is too weak. So I investigated getting a single-serve machine. I figured that I could amortize the cost of the machine in 2-3 months. Upon the recommendations of the other reviewers I gave the Keurig a try. WOW sums it up. So very easy to use. Basically plug and go (actually you run water through the machine once to prime it). I use the Green Mountain French Roast Decaf. It's not Starbucks, but then again it is convenient and will only cost FIFTY cents a cup. I use bottled water, so no need to run into the pantry. Also, clean up is a breeze - just take out the little pod and toss!! This could not be more perfect for my needs.
Best Coffee Maker Ever!
 
Review Date: July 27, 2007
Reviewer: Crysti,
I couldn't imagine any other coffee maker now. This is truly the best idea. One perfect cup after another. I will always buy Keurig and Green Mountain Coffee (k-cups).
I love this thing!
 
Review Date: January 23, 2008
Reviewer: Kathy W, Baltimore
I love this doo-dad! It heats up water in something like 60 seconds. Then you pop in a coffee pod, and abracadabra---you got coffee! It is so quick! I use 2 pods and press the button twice for a 20 oz cup. This thingie is even easy for the technology challenged (like me). You can buy a lot of different flavors of coffee pods and make different kinds. If you want a cup of tea with just a normal tea bag, you can even heat your water quick in this thingie without using a microwave. You can buy tea pods or hot chocolate pods, but why? You can get tons of coffee flavors on amazon or on other websites. You even have some options for decaf. And if you really have your favorite mocha orange something or other coffee that does not come in a pod, you can by a pod filter thing to use your ground coffee in.

I love this doo-dad! Worth every penny. Ahhhh--the feeling of independence. Brew yourself some cream brulee coffee; brew your father a cup of sumatra bold; brew your daughter a cup of decaf -- whatever. All at the same time!
I love this coffee maker
 
Review Date: February 18, 2006
Reviewer: gohalos, Anaheim, CA
It's not often I am moved to write a review on Amazon for something I have purchased here, but the Keurig is one of the rare exceptions. I bought my machine right before Thanksgiving last year and I have not regretted it since. In fact, not only has this machine gotten me tithing my paycheck away at Green Mountain trying new k-cup flavors, but my roommates have been converted as well. Between us, we have a great stock of different flavors and tastes and the machine was the hit with our guests at Christmas and New Years when we were able to brew strong cups of Dark Magic for my uncles, flavored coffees for the younger folks, and decaf for my aunts and mom--all in a short order of time. Everyone was able to find a style they loved and my mom was so impressed that she went a bought a Keurig as well.

It's to the point we seem to be using the machine all the time, and not just for coffee--my roommate uses it to heat water up for tea and cocoa and I use it make instant oatmeal on the go in the mornings before work.

Now, admittedly, the coffee is a bit on the weak side, but fortunately, that's how I like (I know, I'm a coffee wimp) but Green Mountain seems to have taken this into consideration with their bold versions of their Dark Magic and Sumatran flavors, making these strong grinds even stronger. That may not be good enough for some people, but its just fine for me.

Also, I've long been a fan of Green Mountain coffees (especially their Rain Forest Nut) and the fact that them packaged k-cups for this machine is what led me to chose the Keurig over the Senseo or other similar single cup systems.
Get a B40 - It's worth every penny
 
Review Date: June 28, 2006
Reviewer: Red, White, and Blue, Inland Empire, Ca
I like coffee. I've tried Senseo and the Melitta single serve machines and they just don't make good enough coffee. I've tried espresso machines using pods and with ground coffee. They're better, but even with pods, they can be a hassle and a mess. I'm not comparing espresso and regular coffee, I'm comparing convenience. I realize there's a lot of espresso snobs out there. They need to get over themselves. Espresso isn't the be all-end all, regular coffee is good too!

I can't justify buying a super-automatic either. I just wanted a quick, cheap, and easy way to make a good cup of coffee at work.

I reviewed every single serve coffee method out there for weeks, and in most reviews the Keurig stood out. I checked one out in person at local Target store and I decided to buy one a few days later.

The B40 is a great machine. You really don't need to spend more on the B50 or B60, as the 7.25 oz standard portion is just right and the construction of the B40 is that good. From what I can see, there's little to break on this machine and I'm confident it will last a long time.

The coffee it produces is quite good. Not incredible, but pretty good. The selection and availability of K-Cups is superior to other machines of it's caliber.

One of the best features is the cleverness of the K-Cups themselves. No mess!!! They are extremely easy to use and there is no cleanup. After brewing, just toss the K-Cup, that's it. At last, a machine that doesn't continue to drip for a minute after brewing.

I ordered the reusable filter as well. I like grinding my own beans too.

Pros:

- Good coffee
- Speed, less than a minute
- Quiet operation.
- Tons of flavor/varieties of coffee and tea
- Coffee or tea with no adjustment of anything
- Inexpensive operating cost since there's no waste
- No cleanup
- Quality of construction and design

Cons:
- French press and drip are better for regular coffee if you have fresh beans, a grinder, and a lot more time.

I love it.

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