Ya know, I wondered about this the first time I saw it (the prediction of rancid oil buildup in the Senseo---not soap in the French press). Where on earth would coffee oil build up? I've got the Senseo (and am moderately pleased with the taste and convenience) and there's no place for oils to gather. The only parts that touch the coffee pod are easily removable and washable.
I was responding to Levelwave's comment that there was nothing to wipe down. If you wash the pod holder, you may as well wash a portafilter. Or the "brew basket". Or the french press.
But if a design feature that you especially like is that there is nothing to wipe down, then ...
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Ya know, I wondered about this the first time I saw it (the prediction of rancid oil buildup in the Senseo---not soap in the French press). Where on earth would coffee oil build up? I've got the Senseo (and am moderately pleased with the taste and convenience) and there's no place for oils to gather. The only parts that touch the coffee pod are easily removable and washable.
I was responding to Levelwave's comment that there was nothing to wipe down. If you wash the pod holder, you may as well wash a portafilter. Or the "brew basket". Or the french press.
But if a design feature that you especially like is that there is nothing to wipe down, then ...
Ah, I see. And I agree, just picking out the pod and leaving the holder to 'age' could get a little nasty. I vote for giving the holder at least a quick rinse on your way back from the waste basket. And I still find it easier and faster than heating water for/loading/cleaning a French press, especially REALLY early in the morning. That said, the French press and good, freshly roasted and ground coffee make a much better cup of coffee.
