Keurig B-60 Single Cup Brewer Coffee Machine is on the high-end side of the scales costing between $123 and $150. It is a dedicated single cup coffee maker—that is, it does not make espresso but only brews coffee. With the simple press of a button, you get one, smooth, delectable cup of coffee. No grinding is involved in the process.

Philips Senseo 1450-Watt Single-Serve coffeemaker is a bit cheaper and costs between $65 and $70. This neat little unit brews demi-tasses and full-figured, full-flavored single cups of coffee. In under 60 seconds, you can make two 4 oz. cups of coffee or one 8 oz. cup. This single cup coffee maker contains a 20 ounce reservoir with easy-to-use push button controls.

The Cuisinart Coffee on Demand looks like a unit that you would find in a diner. A bit pricey at $110, this device delivers coffee one cup at a time—perfect for soloists.

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then you are a candidate for a single cup coffee maker. It takes the guesswork out of making coffee and produces just the right amount for you—and only you. If you are in a rush to get out of the front door and don’t have time to wait for the coffee to percolate, these machines are the answer. A single cup coffee maker is quick and easy to operate. They make just the perfect amount for one person without leaving leftover coffee in the flask.

A single cup coffee maker can be as inexpensive as $34.19 (Hamilton Beach) or as expensive as $500 (Soltazza). The Hamilton Beach model can also make tea, hot chocolate, oatmeal or soup—quickly and conveniently. It is available at Sears. The Soltazza model is available at Kitchen Universe. This handy little device makes coffee, espresso and tea. It is made in the sturdy shape of a faucet and brews one cup at a time.

Other single cup coffee makers include Melitta’s Ready Set Joe Single Cup Coffee Maker. This item is a filter cone that you insert over your coffee cup. You then place a filter into the cone and pour the coffee right over it into the cup. This is for the economical at heart and costs $2.99. It is available at Kitchen Collect.

A One Cup Coffee Maker can come with capabilities of making either both espresso and coffee or only coffee or espresso. The One Cup Coffee Maker that makes both costs more than the more dedicated models. Prices of a single cup coffee maker range from $2.99 to $500 and can be purchased either online or in landline stores.

The least expensive one cup coffee maker consists of a Melitta Ready Set Joe filter cone which gets placed right into the coffee cup. Insert a filter on top of then, pour the water—and presto, a delicious cup of coffee. This device costs a mere $2.99.

On the opposite side of the spectrum, look at the Soltazza Mini Barista Pod Coffee machine. This futuristic device which looks like an Italian designer-made faucet, brews espresso and tea in addition to a cup of coffee. The beauty of the machine is it delivers one cup at a time—no waste, no mess. Shipping is also included in the deal, and don’t you think for $500 a pop you’ve earned it? This state-of-the-art appliance must be seen in action to be believed. Submit it to a taste test.

K Cup Coffee comes in counts or servings. Green Mountain Dark Magic Decaf K Cup Coffee promises transcendence to another world through its extra bold coffee. It is their most popular flavored coffee and for a 24-count, you pay $11.19.

Gloria Jeans Cinnamon Mocha K Cup Coffee combines a popular spice and a popular taste into one masterful blend of java. It also has a dash of velvety chocolate. Get 24 servings for $10.99.

Gloria Jean’s Sleigh Ride K Cup Coffee provides just what its name infers—a taste of cool, dry winter through white chocolate mint. A 24-count box will put you back $10.99 but wouldn’t you rather taste winter than experience it?

Green Mountain goes green in its National Wildlife Blend K-Cup Coffee. Coffees from La Trinidad in Mexico lend an exotic taste to this bold blend of unique, spicy chocolate and ripe, forbidden fruit. This trip costs $11.19 for a 24-count.

You can play Hansel and Gretel with Gloria Jean’s Gingersnap K Cup Coffee. It has a rich molasses flavor—just like the cookie. It also has a full-bodied taste with a tangy flavor. All 24 servings cost $10.99.

Search Keurig K Cups online and you will find a full array of listings for K Cup Coffee. K Cup Coffee is the ultimate in fine coffee couture and makes the perfect gift to either someone else or yourself.

“Let’s go get a cup of coffee” does not always mean meeting for coffee in the literal sense. It can mean, “I want to get together to meet you, but let us make it informal.” So cup of coffee in this sense becomes a metaphor for getting together.

However, it can mean meeting for a cup of coffee. Starbucks is just one of many coffee houses that have sprung up in the past decade or so and made a coffee rendez-vous a popular activity. There, you can read the paper and sip your coffee on a break. You can even bring your computer with you which has become a trend in cyber cafes where you surf the net and sip your cup of coffee.

Starbucks coffee cups have coffee cup sleeves to keep in heat, so you can sip slowly and enjoy your reading material or simply people watching. They are noted for their strong coffee, so if you are a student and have to get a paper done, get a cup of coffee at Starbucks and type away. If you are on a date, and are going to a movie afterwards, you might want to say, “I’ll have another cup of coffee,” and you will literally not be able to stay in your seat, even if it is not an action thriller.

Cups of coffee have also served a vital position in various cultures throughout modern life. It played a role in religious rituals in Africa and Yemen. Coffee cups filled with coffee have been banned by the Ethiopian Church and the Ottoman Empire in the 17th century. Sipping coffee from coffee cups was also associated with counter cultural activities in Europe.

Coffee cups have spawned a whole genre of coffee cup art. From the image of a coffee cup on the wall, to coffee cups bearing the name of your favorite football, baseball or basketball team, coffee cups provide great subject matter for the pop art collector. Coffee cups also provide great gifts around the holidays. Around the office, workers get very attached to their coffee cups. As Christmas approaches and you have to give a gift to a co-worker, coffee cups provide an inexpensive option. You can even usually find one that is personalized.

A coffee cup is a specific type of cup from which we imbibe coffee. Coffee cups can be made out of a variety of materials such as ceramic, and usually has one handle, allowing the drinker to hold the cup without burning his or her hands. It is usually delicately curved to enable the drinker to carry the coffee with him or her wherever he or she goes. The ceramic also provides insulation to the coffee, keeping it hot. The ceramic also provides the convenience of easy cleaning with cold water.

There are different types of coffee cups. An espresso demitasse or cappuccino cup is a specific type of cup. A demitasse is smaller enabling the drinker to sip the stronger espresso in little sips. The cappuccino cup is a bit rounder and not as high. A teacup or mug is multi-functional—used for coffee as well as other beverages.

Coffee cups have other uses besides utilitarian uses such as those for drinking coffee. Historically, they have been used for marketing purposes, promoting a business or service. They have also been used for gifts with sayings emblazoned on them such as “World’s Best Lover,” or “World’s Best Mom.” Coffee cups can also be made out of Styrofoam which provides ease of disposability when you are taking fast food out and eating in the car.