Product Description Essential Info: Ready to start your day without a fuss? A whole half-pound of beans fits into this sealable bean hopper, so forget about storing your coffee in the freezer. With a grinder built in to the machine, the Cuisinart Grind & Brew 12-Cup Automatic Coffee maker is great for coffee lovers with limited counter space, or those who just donâ??t feel like buying another appliance for a daily cup of morning coffee. Itâ??s fully programmable and made of stainless steel, designed to be both sophisticated and durable. Controls: Cuisinart identifies each button by its name written in black under it, such as â??Strength Controlâ?? and â??Grind Off.â?? You can use the control panel to program the clock, control the coffee strength (mild, medium, or strong), grind beans for up to 12 cups of coffee, and auto-start the coffeemaker up to 24 hours in advance. There is also an auto-shutoff, so you can program your machine to automatically turn off up to 4 hours after its last use. Performance: Besides the control features, the Cuisinart Grind & Brew 12-Cup Automatic also includes a Brew Pause system, which allows you to remove the carafe mid-brew to pour out a cup. A showerhead design distributes water evenly over your coffee grounds, so your coffee is consistent each brew. Construction: The Grind & Brew 12-Cup Automatic is housed in stainless steel, for a great look that is also functional. The clear plastic bean hopper allows for easy monitoring of coffee bean levels, and the rounded edges of the machine give it a softer look. The Cuisinart logo is displayed beneath the control panel, above the carafe.