Moccamaster brewers are known for good coffee, but they still need cleaning. Any machine that heats and moves water can collect mineral scale inside the reservoir and brew path.
There are two jobs to think about. Descaling removes mineral buildup from water. Cleaning removes coffee oils and stale residue from parts that touch brewed coffee.
For the water path, follow the maintenance instructions for your specific Moccamaster model. The basic idea is to run a descaling solution through the brewer, then rinse with clean water until the machine is clear.
For removable parts, wash the carafe, filter basket, lid, and any parts that collect coffee residue. This helps keep old oils from making fresh coffee taste stale.
Renuv Coffee Maker Cleaner & Descaler Tablets are useful for routine maintenance because they dissolve in water and are easy to run through a brewer. They are also easier to store than liquid cleaners.
If your brew time gets longer, the water reservoir looks cloudy, or coffee tastes flat even with fresh beans, it is time to clean the machine.
Hard water speeds this up. If you live in a hard-water area, set a monthly reminder instead of waiting for the brewer to slow down.
For the broader product path, see our coffee maker cleaners, or read why coffee makers need cleaning and descaling.
