Braun OptiBrew Pro review: traditional drip coffee with a twist

Braun OptiBrew Pro: two-minute review The Braun OptiBrew Pro does even more than you might expect from a drip coffee maker.

It makes five different coffee styles: Regular, Bold, Over Ice, Cold Brew, and Coffee Shot.

There are seven different brew sizes: 8 ounces, 10 ounces, 12 ounces, 16 ounces, 20 ounces, a six-cup half-carafe, and a 12-cup full carafe.

The Coffee Shot setting is not technically espresso but has a similar strength.

This setting yields about three ounces of highly concentrated brew, perfect for making lattes and cappuccinos.

A built-in milk frother tucks away when not in use.

The machine comes with a reusable filter, though you can use a cone-shaped #4 paper filter if you prefer.

It also comes with a double-sided coffee scoop, so you can measure out the precise amount of coffee you need for each brew size and style.

The large, easy-to-read touch screen lets you set up your brew.

You can adjust for high altitude and/or hard water if needed.

Set up auto-brew for a specific time and you'll have freshly brewed coffee waiting for you when you wake up in the morning.

The keep warm feature can keep your coffee warm for up to four hours at the temperature of your choice.

You can also reheat cold coffee that way.

Cleanup is easy, and most of the parts are dishwasher-safe.