Danny Bateman

I'm really going to have to take all your advice and pick up a French Press. I bought this machine for $50 when it was on sale because I read pour over machines hit all the specifications set by independent agencies to make a really good cup.

I will say I generally prefer mine black as well but if I had to pick a favorite cream flavor it's Irish Cream. Got a big jug of that in the fridge right now and it's delightful.

My issue with pour-overs is the water doesn't interact with the beans long enough to get the oils out. Same goes with drip machines. I like the press because the coffee and the water are mixing around long enough to really build flavor. Old percolators used to do this as well, but the press is the best.

This is the one I use. Kinda pricey for a glass carafe & some hardware, but you're paying for the mystique, I guess.