Keurig Over-Extraction or Stale Residue

Coffee tastes bitter or burnt.

Possible Causes

Too small cup size for pod, Very slow flow from partial clog, Old coffee residue in needles and holder, Brew temperature too high

Safety first: Allow the brewer to cool before deep cleaning.

Increase cup size: Use a larger brew size to dilute extraction.
Clean K-Cup holder and needles: Remove oils and residue with warm soapy water and a soft brush.
Descale: Restore normal flow to prevent over-extraction from slow dripping.
Use fresh pods: Old or damaged pods can taste bitter regardless of machine performance.

Very Easy 1/5

K-Cup Holder and Needle Assembly

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