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Moccamaster’s best-selling coffee maker just dropped in a stunning new color

A new color of this best-selling coffee maker is here

By Emily Caldwell Published August 19, 2025

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Known for producing some of the best coffee makers on the market. Moccamaster announced an exciting new colorway in its best-selling KBGV Select coffee maker. Available nationwide starting August 19, the “Sandstone” colorway will give your kitchen countertop a stylish new upgrade. This new colorway joins the brand’s many other exciting mid-century designs and colors, offering a selection of colors that match any shopper’s preferences. Whether you prefer neutrals like the new Sandstone colorway or bright pops of color like the Turquoise or the Yellow Pepper options, these coffee makers add a sophistication to your kitchen that sets them apart from other coffee makers on the market.

Not only do Moccamaster’s sleek colorways add style to your kitchen counter, but they also consistently rank amongst the best in functionality, earning many industry accolades. The KBGV Select ensures an optional brewing temperature for your coffee, helping to extract the best flavors into your cup. Additionally, the fast-brewing time means you can enjoy your coffee in a flash (just under 6 minutes total). Users have the option to brew either a half or a full carafe, depending on preferences.

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All Moccamaster coffee brewers are handmade in the Netherlands and are certified to brew to the strict standards of the European Coffee Brewing (ECBC) and the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA); certifications awarded only after extensive and rigorous quality control and laboratory testing. Starting today, the Sandstone colorway can be purchased online directly through Moccamaster.

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