Fellow Taste Contamination from Components or Water

Coffee tastes like plastic, rubber, or chemicals when brewed with a Fellow electric brewer.

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Possible Causes

New silicone gaskets leaching odor, Residual detergent or descaler, Poor water quality

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Ensure all cleaning agents are food-safe.

  • Deep clean: Wash removable parts (brew chamber, lid, carafe) with mild dish soap and rinse thoroughly.
  • Flush cycles: Run 2–3 full cycles with plain water and discard the water.
  • Change water source: Use filtered or bottled water to rule out tap water issues.
  • If taste persists: Inspect silicone gaskets and plastic parts for degradation; replace any that appear sticky, discolored, or cracked.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Silicone Gaskets / Brew Chamber Components
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