Reasons to Love Ratio Coffee Makers

Equip your kitchen with one of Williams Sonoma's Ratio coffee makers for pour-over java on demand. If you're seeking the perfect holiday gift for the discerning coffee-lover on your list, one of these coffee machines is likely to be well-received.

Features of Ratio Coffee Machines

To understand what makes Ratio coffee makers so special, let's take a look at this brand's Ratio Six machine. If you're familiar with the Ratio Eight coffee maker, then you'll recognize the features of this one in a smaller package. It has a heating element that reaches 200 degrees F, along with a heat shield that ensures hot coffee and optimum extraction. The bloom cycle is another feature that improves upon the coffee extraction process by allowing the grounds to settle before more water is added.

The Ratio Six Coffee Maker operates with a single button press and comes with a stainless steel filter basket and double-wall carafe. Despite its generous 40-ounce capacity, this coffee maker has a compact design to save countertop space. It comes in multiple finishes to coordinate with your kitchen and is designed for use with flat-bottom coffee filters.

Cleaning your Ratio coffee machine is simple. Wash by hand and rinse the carafe with hot water after each use to prevent buildup. A detergent made for use with coffee machines -- such as Ratio Machine Wash -- can be used as needed.

Gourmet Coffee and Coffee Mugs

When shopping for Ratio coffee makers, you may also want to pick up some gourmet coffee. Williams Sonoma has whole-bean selections you can use with a coffee grinder, along with coffee that's already ground to perfection. It comes in single bags and sampler sets so you can try different flavors. Enjoy your brew in a coffee mug that suits your style -- whether that's modern glass, traditional stoneware or something in between.