The Breville One-Touch Tea Maker Review

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(More customer reviews)I have had 2 other machines. The Zarfina and the TriniTea, neither was truly impressive. This machine blew my socks off.
First - the construction. Stainless steel, glass, black rubber, and plexiglass for the kettle handle.
Second - totally customizable brew temperature (160 degrees - 212 degrees, 5 degree increments), customizable brew time (1:00 to 10:00 in 0:30 increments).
Third - amazing magnetically suspended tea basket moves in and out of the tea during brewing.
Fourth - keep warm feature, timed start feature, it also keeps track of the time since you brewed the tea so you can track its freshness.
Fifth - can operate as an electric kettle, and just heat water if you leave out the basket.
One thing to consider is that the kettle cannot be placed in the dishwasher. To clean you boil water or vinegar for 3:00.
The one thing I feel is that I have gotten every bit of my money's worth from this item. Nothing about it feels cheaply made. I'd recommend this to anyone who loves tea.

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The Breville One-Touch Tea Maker is a revolutionary tea experience. The fully automated tea basket moves down, then up, gently agitating the leaves to precisely infuse your tea. Push the basket button and watch the basket cycle in and out of immersion. Seeing is believing. Different tea varietals such as Black, Green, White, and Oolong require exact water temperatures and controlled brew times to allow their unique flavors and aromas to develop during brewing. The One-Touch Tea Maker eliminates the guesswork so you can enjoy a perfect cup of tea, every time. Fully programmable for all types of tea, water temperatures, and steep times. The moving tea basket allows water to circulate freely around the individual tea leaves for maximum infusion. Set the timer and wake up to the aroma of your favorite brew. The German-made Schott glass kettle is durable and stain resistant. Relaxation - from start to finish. Works in 1500 Watts, 120V, 60Hz.

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IQ Innovations 51552 Fine T 4-Cup Gourmet Tea Machine Review

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(More customer reviews)The Fine T Tea maker from IQ innovations.
Good:
-Makes 4 cups
-Has a rinse feature for tea. Although I would like to tweak that a bit.
-Mostly stainless steal and glass.
-Mostly very well made.
-Self cleaning, handy.
-Infusion basket is full size, so the tea has room to expand. It also is removable, and easy to clean sense it is stainless steal. This was one major draw back of the Zarafina, it's infusion basket was only half the size of the amount you could brew.
-Timer, it can be set the night before to make you tea in the morning!
-Has an automatic function for a second brew.
-Keeps tea warm for up to 30 minutes.
Bad:
-Very little temperature control. I though this would be the best part of this machine, with the lcd display and menu interface I assumed I would have more temperature chooses then 205 and 160. This also is to cold for some Black teas, and a bit to hot for some white teas.
-It's huge! Well this really is not that bad, but it is almost twice the size of the Zarafina and does not really fit under my cupboards on the counter. Of course it does make 4 cups.
-Some oddly cheap plastic parts. For example the infusion lid is made of plastic and puts off a plastic smell when brewing black tea.
-An interface only a programmer would love. It is not terribly user friendly, yet it is not hard ether. It does end up being tedious to deal with.
-Bad viewing angle on the LCD, I am taller, and find myself leaning over to see it clear. If it had more features, I would be impressed, but when I can not even dial in a temperature I wonder why we need it for the basic settings. That is until you use the timer for tea in the morning, then you will like it.Over all it has a feeling of a beta tea maker. A great first attempt for them, but obviously has a few bugs and corners that were cut un-neededly. You can tell they really understand what is important about brewing tea, with features including the pre rinse, but for some reason they fumble with only two temperature settings. Maybe they had internal pressure to cut costs or to rush its release? The tea comes out tasting great. Sure it is not as good as a gung fu method, but it is fairly close if you do not have time to make it by hand. So long as you don't need to brew at a temperature besides 160 or 205. If this tea maker was not so expensive, I would be more impressed, but at a retail price of $299 I would not recommend it unless you really needed 4 cups at a time, would like to wake up to fresh tea, or are independently wealthy. Now if you can pick one up on ebay for cheap, then thats a different story.
Ignoring price, it is better then the Zarafina. But considering retail price, the Zarafina is a much better buy.
I give it 4 out of 5 stars.

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Making a cup of tea has become an easy, every-day ritual for many people, but now making perfectly brewed gourmet tea can be as well. This elegantly designed 4-cup tea machine works with any type of loose tea and features seven different settings, each with its own preset temperature and infusion time. The fully programmable unit automatically and precisely controls the water temperature and brewing time, while its simple push-button controls and digital display make for effortless operation. In addition, the unit's 24-hour programmable timer allows for waking up to freshly brewed hot tea or for having a pot ready after coming inside from a brisk walk on a beautiful Fall day. Other highlights include variable water temperature from 160 to 205 degrees F depending on the type of tea, a removable infusion basket and filter that swings out for easy cleaning, a hot plate that keeps the tea warm for 30 minutes, and a countdown function that turns the machine off after 30 minutes. The 1200-watt tea machine measures approximately 8-3/5 by 8 by 15-8/9 inches and carries a two-year limited warranty. From the Manufacturer Creating the Perfect Cup of TeaBeautiful and Functional Features and Specifications

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Brugo Travel Mug Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought three of these mugs based on a recommendation by Mens Health Magazine. None of the mugs works correctly and the chrome ring on the cover has come off of each one. Initially this looks like a great idea but if the slots don't line up just right the mug will not work. I have three of these mugs and each set of slots lines up differently. Stay away from this product if you wish to avoid agravation.

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More than just an insulated travel mug, the Brugo (aka, Brew-Go) enables you to sip your favorite hot beverage in the "Perfect Temperature Zone" while eliminating spills, spatters and burned lips that are the hallmarks of lesser travel mugs. Rather than having to wait until your coffee or tea cools down from its freshly brewed temperature of 205 degrees, the Brugo features innovative thermodynamic technology that allows you to enjoy your beverage at just the right drinking temperature. And it's simple to use--just tip and cool or sip.
The spill-resistant Brugo travel mug is great for both hot and cold drinks, and it features a 16-ounce capacity, ergonomic grip, no slip bottom, double wall insulation, and a stainless steel and chrome finish. This version comes in Cobalt/Blue, and the Brugo is available in a rainbow of other color options.
Brugo's Thermodynamic Technology The thermodynamic science behind the Brugo travel mug gives you the power to immediately enjoy the most vibrant flavor at the perfect drinking temperature. As we've all experienced at one time or another, freshly brewed coffee is just too hot to enjoy right away. And if you don't want to wait patiently for it to cool, you have very few options--blow on it, add ice or sip it very carefully while trying not to burn your mouth.
The secret to enjoying your hot beverage at just the right temperature with the Brugo is its innovative temperature control chamber, which quickly brings each sip of your coffee or tea to the perfect temperature with a quick tip of the wrist. The best temperature for brewing coffee is a scalding 205 degrees (F), while the best temperature for drinking coffee is a comfortably hot 150 to 170 degrees. At this temperature range--the Perfect Temperature Zone (or, PTZ)-- your tastebuds sense the maximum flavor of your beverage.
A regular cup of coffee, if you wait long enough, will eventually cool to the PTZ, but it will only stay in that zone for a short amount of time before it becomes too cool and acquires a bitter taste. If you remove the lid or add ice, you'll get to the PTZ sooner, but it will shorten your time in the zone even further.
But with the Brugo, each individual sip of coffee is adjusted to the perfect temperature zone using the unique three-position selector on the lid. The Brugo travel mug features a main interior chamber that holds your hot beverage, which is surrounded by a cooling Temperature Control Chamber that allows about one sip of beverage to cool to your desired temperature.
After setting the dial on the lid to Tip & Cool mode, tip the mug directly away from you and gently swish your beverage from side to side for about 2 seconds at about a 45-degree angle. This swishing motion will prepare one sip of beverage in the cooling chamber. And since you're only cooling each sip and not the entire drink, the remaining coffee stays hotter longer--resulting in maximum time in the PTZ.
Additionally, the three-position selector has a Sip mode that allows you to bypass the Temperature Control Chamber and drink your beverage directly just like a traditional mug as well as a Lock position to keep the mug from spilling during travel.

How to Get the Most from Your Brugo Travel Mug Tighten until guide marks are aligned Choose a setting by turning dial to Lock, Tip & Cool, or Sip. (Dial may feel tight. After 30 seconds, the beverage will warm the mechanism and it will turn easily.)
How can I make sure I am using the mug correctly? Tighten the lid until the small hash marks on the front of the mug and the lid are aligned. In the Tip & Cool position, tip the mug directly away from you for 2 seconds at about a 45-degree angle and swirl the mug with a brandy motion.The Tip & Cool setting is designed to work best when the mug is completely full. Once the mug is 3⁄4 or less full, use the Sip setting. By this time the main beverage should have reached a palatable temperature.
When filling your mug, remember that only the liquid in the main chamber is protected from spills. So when you use the lock setting, you'll need to first drink or pour out any liquid that may have already entered the cooling chamber. Once you do this, your beverage will be safe from all accidental spills and spatters.
Is the Brugo mug dishwasher safe? We do not recommend that you use your Brugo mug in the dishwasher. If you must, use top shelf only.

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Chantal Enamel-On-Steel Classic Teakettle Review

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(More customer reviews)I have had my Chantal Teakettle for approximately 14 years (it is blue, however, instead of red). It has performed perfectly and still looks as new as the day it was purchased and given a home. Unlike other tea kettles I have owned, it has remained not only as beautiful but as strong as when it was new. Others I have had, have deteriorated in a short amount of time. I truly think this one will last a lifetime. I highly recommend it and how easy to be able to order it here.

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Chantal Classic Teakettles perform beautifully, a perfect blend of beauty, function, versatility and high quality. Available in Chantal's vibrant colors the enamel interior prevents metal from reacting with the water.

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KitchenAid 2-Quart Gourmet Essentials Brushed Stainless Steel Kettle Review

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(More customer reviews)Yes, it's big, but I didn't think it was heavy. ***I JUST WEIGHED THIS KETTLE WHILE IT WAS FULL OF WATER AND IT ONLY WEIGHS 6 POUNDS. I can see that if you have trouble lifting a cat or bag of flour then you may have a problem here.
The craftsmanship is pure Kitchenaid. You will have no problem there. But beware that ONLY the stainless steel version is usable on glass-top stoves. The ceramic-covered versions are NOT. ***For those that don't know, you can click on this product to see what a glass-top stove/range looks like: Ceramabryte 28oz Cooktop Cleaner
The whistle is a bit screechy, but then again, you want it to alert you over the noise of the house.
The handle DOES get hot. Not burn-your-hand hot, but very warm. If you only touch the rubber part, you're fine, but you almost have to grab the whole thing to lift it and pour it safely.
I highly recommend getting the stainless steel version; it's beautiful and functional.

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Cozy up to a soul-warming cup of tea with help from this handsome 2-quart kettle, which measures approximately 9 by 10 by 12 inches. Crafted from 18/10 stainless steel with a beautifully brushed surface, the unit offers a fast and efficient way to boil water for instant soup, noodles, oatmeal, baby formula, instant coffee, and, of course, tea--anything from black or green tea to flavored tea or soothing herbal infusions. The kettle's round-shaped lid fits securely to trap in heat for faster boiling and removes with a simple pull for convenient filling at the sink. The kettle also provides a tall loop handle that allows for graceful transport from the sink to the stovetop, and once water has reached a boil, the kettle will sound a pleasant whistle. Equipped with soft silicone grips on its stainless-steel handle, removable lid, and pouring-spout lever, the elegant tea kettle makes it simple to safely dispense hot water without burns or spills. A great gift idea, the sleek-looking stainless-steel tea kettle effortlessly compliments any kitchen decor.

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