Keep coffee hot for up to two hours** with the BLACK+DECKER 12-Cup* Thermal Programmable Coffeemaker. The thermal carafe features a four layer vacuum seal to maintain optimal temperature for up to 2 hours**. The vacuum seal locks in heat while staying cool to the touch. The Vortex Technology evenly saturates coffee grounds for full and rich flavor extraction using optimal water temperatures. Plus . you can customize the brew to fit your tastes. The easy-to-use digital controls include a delay timer and the option for a stronger brew. As an added feature . the LCD display includes a fresh brew timer that indicates how much time has passed since the coffee was brewed . up to 120 minutes. *cup equals approximately 5 oz. (varies by brewing technique) **Keeps coffee 154??F or hotter up to two hours