Elite Gourmet EC812 Electric 12-Cup Coffee Percolator with Keep Warm, Clear Brew Progress Knob Cool-Touch Handle Cord-less Serve, Stainless Steel

I always used a percolator when I was younger, but decided to switch to a drip coffee maker when they were the new thing. For various reasons I ordered this on Monday, received it early morning on Tuesday and got busy. The intense smell of the brewing coffee was wonderful -- which wasn't the case with my drip pots. The coffee itself was rich and HOT, so good. I found that I can reduce the amount of ground coffee I'd been using to get rich coffee from the drip pot, so there's a bit of economy there. It also takes up much less space on my countertops. This is a great coffee maker and I don't think you'll be disappointed in it.UPDATE: I still like this percolator very much. There are two things I would call attention to: FIRST, The instructions say to take off the lid by pulling the top knob. I DO NOT do this. I have had experience in the past with other percolators and know that the knobs can be broken and hard to replace. For this reason, I always remove the lid by gently turning and lifting the entire lid by the sides. SECOND, I have seen comments from users that the percolator did not make coffee, even though it went through its cycle. You MUST make sure the tube is seated directly into the matching well inside the pot. I missed the correct seating on two occasions, and got no coffee for my efforts. When that happened, I simply poured out the hot water and refilled the pot with cold water to start over. If you are in doubt about the tube being seated correctly you can insert the tube first and then put the basket onto the tube before filling it with the ground coffee. I do this sometimes, just to make sure. I have not had problems with grounds in the finished coffee, but if that happened, a paper filter would likely take care of the problem.

Review:I wish I had just listened to my parents 40 years ago about how a percolator coffee maker is the best, it sure would’ve saved me thousands of dollars on other iterations of coffee brewing. I have used all the popular methods from pour-overs, French presses, drip coffee, K-cup, and coffee bags. I've tried various drip coffee makers, from the cheap Mr. Coffee to the expensive ninja coffee station. Nothing compares to the Elite Gourmet EC812 Electric 12-Cup Coffee Percolator.First of all, the coffee this percolator makes is simply outstanding. It's smooth, rich, and has the perfect temperature to enjoy a leisurely cup at the table.I can't understand why some people complain about the temperature. The coffee is just right for me, and I prefer not to scald my taste buds with piping hot coffee. As for the noise, well, it's just the classic percolator sound that I remember from my childhood. It's nostalgic and adds to the charm of using this coffee maker.Of course, the taste of the coffee will depend on the amount of coffee you use and the roasted strength. It's important to find the right balance for your personal preference. I recommend experimenting with the measurements and using a bold brew for a fuller flavor. Additionally, using filters can help eliminate any residual taste or harshness.Now, let's talk about some recommendations. Don't rely on their "number of cups" measurement. I found that 6 only fills about 2 cups of my favorite mug. I suggest using your own mug, filling it as many times as you plan to drink, and then use the marked measurements accordingly. Also, investing in filters is a wise choice to enhance the taste of your coffee. They are affordable and last for a long time.In conclusion, I wish I had discovered the Elite Gourmet EC812 Electric 12-Cup Coffee Percolator a long time ago, or simply listened to my parents' advice. It would have saved me a lot of time, effort, and money wasted on other coffee makers. Not all percolators are made the same, and this one stands out as the best. I even added an Alexa plug to it, which allows me to use the timer and ensure it's ready for me in the morning. If you don't have a connected house, a simple plug-in timer will do the trick. So, stop complaining about things that won't get fixed and give this percolator a try. You won't regret it!

July 16, 2025I purchased this coffee maker January 5, 2025. It made good tasting hot coffee. Buy May It started leaking on the counter if the coffee was left in the pot for a couple of hours. I checked with Amazon and found I was past the return window and was directed to the manufacture, Elite Gourmet. It took me a while, but I finally found customer service on their website. I told them what was happening and sent in my request for a replacement or a refund in an email on June 25th. They sent me a reply email the next day saying, " please allow them to respond in 3 to 5 business days" to respond. Then I forgot about it until July 11th. I sent them another request. They responded saying that they had sent me a request for more information on June 26th, not true. The only response I got from them was the request for more time, then nothing until I emailed them again.They wanted proof of purchase and a picture of the label with date code. I sent them a picture of my order on amazon and the label that same day. That was not enough they wanted a pdf of the invoice. I sent them that and another picture of the label with the date code. Then they requested a picture of the coffee maker with the cord cut and another picture of the label, and my address (which they already had). That was the last straw. I sent them what they asked for and told them how miserable their customer service was and that they made it feel like I was trying to scam them out of a $38 coffee maker. I told them the whole process was frustrating and insulting and that I would never buy another product from Elite Gourmet again. I said my review on Amazon would reflect my frustration, so here it is. Thank you.