Moccamaster KBGV – SCA Certified Filter Coffee Maker, Glass Carafe, Auto Shut-off, 1.25 L (10 Cups)

The artisan filter coffee maker that brews like a pour-over, with total simplicity

The Moccamaster KBGV is a filter coffee maker handcrafted in the Netherlands, certified by the Specialty Coffee Association and the European Coffee Brewing Centre. The KBGV model stands out for its automatic shut-off when the carafe is removed and its glass carafe kept warm on an independent hot plate.

What sets it apart

The automatic drip-stop of the brew basket stops the flow as soon as you remove the carafe — you can pour yourself a cup mid-cycle without any mess on the hot plate. Its copper heating element brings the water to 91-96 °C, the temperature window recommended by the SCA to extract the coffee's aroma without bitterness. The patented pulsing arm distributes water over the ground coffee, mimicking the action of a manual pour-over.

Key specifications

• Capacity: 1.25 L (≈ 10 cups of 125 ml or 40 oz)
• Brewing time: 4 to 6 minutes for a full carafe
• Brewing temperature: 91 to 96 °C — SCA *Golden Cup* range
• Power: 1475 W — fast heating, ready in under a minute
• Copper heating element — fast heating and longer lifespan than traditional elements
• Automatic shut-off when carafe is removed — no spilled coffee on the hot plate
• Patented pulsing arm that mimics the action of manual pour-over
• Conical brew basket — even and complete extraction
• 1.25 L glass carafe with independent hot plate (high/low selector, 79 to 85 °C)
• Automatic machine shut-off after 100 minutes on the hot plate
• Dimensions: 324 L × 165 P × 356 H mm — weight 2.7 kg
• Voltage: 120 V — handmade in the Netherlands — 5-year warranty
• ECBC and SCA *Golden Cup Standard* certifications — optimal TDS extraction 18-22%

Daily use

In the morning, you fill the reservoir, grind your coffee, and press the switch. Four to six minutes later, your carafe is ready. If you need a cup sooner, simply remove the carafe: the automatic shut-off instantly stops the flow. The hot plate keeps the coffee at temperature for 100 minutes, then the machine turns itself off. Descaling every 100 cycles (or every three months) is enough to maintain the copper element.

For whom

• The filter coffee enthusiast who wants a calibrated brew every morning, without the manual action of a pour-over
• Households of 2 to 4 people who regularly consume a full carafe at lunch
• Those who appreciate the visual transparency of a glass carafe and the option of keeping coffee warm
• Users who prioritize simplicity — the automatic shut-off avoids any manipulation during brewing

Less suitable for

Those who often brew a half carafe — for better respect of the coffee/water ratio on smaller volumes, the KBGV Select model offers a 5 or 10 cup volume selector. Also less suitable for those who prefer their coffee not to remain on a hot plate after brewing: for this use, opt for a Moccamaster model with a thermal carafe. And for espresso, consult the manual or automatic machines in the catalog.

Positioning

In the category of SCA-certified artisan filter coffee makers (between $350 and $450), the Moccamaster KBGV stands out for its handmade craftsmanship, copper heating element, and 5-year warranty. Within the Moccamaster range, it holds the position of the "fully automatic" model: the KB requires manual intervention on the flow, the KBGV Select adds a volume selector, the KBGV remains the most straightforward option for those who simply want to press a button.

Compatible with

Conical paper filters of size n° 4 (sold separately). For a