You don’t need a degree in water science to figure this out. Here are the red flags:
Your coffee tastes flat. Like the laughter died.
Your water has a metallic edge. (Yuck.)
You see floaties. (If you see actual particles? Change it right now.)
Also, if you notice your Keurig brewing slower than usual? That’s the filter being clogged with trapped minerals. It’s like a tired old man blocking the hallway. Just swap it.
Quirky Fact #2: The “Filter Fridge” Trick
Here’s a pro tip that feels like a secret handshake: Store your replacement filters in the fridge. They last longer, and you’ll never forget where they are. Plus, it feels ridiculously satisfying to pull out a cold filter and snap it in. Like a tiny appliance victory.
And if you’re the type who loses things? Buy a six-pack. Set a recurring phone alarm. Future you will high-five past you.