Reviews about Coffee & Tea Accessories

Caramela says "this water kettle is a time, space and sanity saver!" about Braun WK200W Electric Water Kettle

Caramela — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 22:03:53 GMT

I love the braun water kettle -- I've had it (in black) for 1 1/2 years now, and have never had a problem with it. It boils water very fast, doesn't collect "deposits" the way I've heard other kettles do, and boils 2 cups just as well as 10 cups of water -- making it easier to make anything from tea to defrosting frozen veggies in no time, without me having to turn on the stove and watch a pot. It actually makes me make tea before I go to work and bring it with me, where I never used to because I had no time in the morning to worry about a tea kettle on the stove drying out or burning. So in that way, it's even more of a money saver because it keeps me from sending all my money to starbucks!...

alicat8 says "Go Green with Braun's Gold Screen coffee Filter!" about Braun Universal Gold Screen Coffee Filter

alicat8 — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 20:33:25 GMT

The Braun Universal Gold Screen Coffee Filter is a great reusable cone style coffee filter. It's great, you use it just like a paper filter only when you're done you just dump out the coffee grounds and give it a quick rinse. These things last forever!

Ok, the down side for me is that my Bunn coffee maker uses the basket filters. When the electricity goes out we use the Malita with this filter and it makes wonderful coffee. I like the fact that we will never have to replace it. Go Green with Gold!

Two thumbs up!!
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girliejean says "Cute but could be better" about Bodum 0.5 liter (16 oz.) Tea Press

girliejean — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 20:02:41 GMT

I like the idea of this tea press; you add tea leaves or bags to the center area, then press the button down when it has steeped enough. It works well but leaves fragments of tea leaves in your cup. It could be improved by adding a fine mesh to the area where the tea goes....

seashore82303 says "Heats water fast!" about Hamilton Beach Cordless Electric Kettle - K2070

seashore82303 — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 22:48:27 GMT

I recently got the Hamilton Beach Cordless electric kettle from my sister for my birthday. We drink hot tea quite frequently, so it is nice to have. Plus, it boils the water quickly for instant outmeal and anything else you need hot water for. The insides rusted alittle bit, so you do have to remember to empty it everytime you use it, though....

Telpher says "Like watching water boil" about Capresso Electric Kettle

Telpher — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 19:31:15 GMT

My partner is from New Zealand, where having a counter top electric kettle is a MUST. Having lived in NZ for several years, I got used to having an electric kettle, myself. They're great when you want to make plunger coffee, instead of espresso. Also great when you want to make a big, old batch of tea for iced tea. Or for any time you want to boil water.

It's not all that easy to find a good electric kettle (or "jug" as the Kiwis call 'em) in the USA. Most of them are made of plastic, and don't last long. Their automatic shut-off valves seem to conk out after a few months. And they don't exactly look great.

Enter Capresso's glass kettle. It's great-looking. It boils water quickly and the shut-off valve never fails. Being made of glass, you can actually see the water bubbling up, which is sort of fun. I take child-like joy in this part. I love the Capresso electric kettle. It didn't come cheap, but it's worth every penny.

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maryclaeys says "nice teapot" about Copco Harmony 2 Quart Teakettle

maryclaeys — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 19:29:56 GMT

I just got this not too long ago from a friend as a gift. I wasn't too sure about a teapot, cause I have a microwave, but it's refreshing. It's a nice change. Very relaxing to have a cup of tea with a friend in the morning. Just put the water in the kettle and go....

rulistenin says "better than plastic kettles" about Breville SK500XL Ikon Cordless Electric Kettle

rulistenin — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 23:23:44 GMT

I'm really satisfied with my purchase of the Breville cordless hot water kettle. I did a lot of researching before purchasing this brand. It had some of the best reviews.

This kettle is stainless steel rather than plastic like most other electric water kettles. Whenever I use plastic kettles, they always have a plastic smell which concerns me about what I'm consuming. Some other selling features for me are that this kettle sits on a 360 degree base, so that it doesn't matter what direction you place it back on the base. Also, it has a blueish light that comes on when the water is heating which makes a good conversation piece. Most plastic kettles have all the heating elements exposed inside the pot which makes them more difficult to clean. The Breville has one element on the inside, but it doesn't get in the way of cleaning. The water heats up pretty quickly as well and stays warmer longer than water heated in a microwave oven.

Some downfalls are, when you hold the pot by the handle to fill......

snydea00 says "Sunbeam Iced Tea Maker! Where have you been all my life?" about Sunbeam Mr. Coffee TM1 Iced Tea Maker, 2 quart

snydea00 — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 05:58:26 GMT

Well, I finally did it. I left my traditional tea pot burning on the stove several times this year until all the water evaporated and I smoked the house. That was it for me! For safety reasons, I ran down to my neighborly Kmart/Sears store and would you believe the timing. The Sunbeam Iced Tea Maker I had wanted, just happened to be on sale. Now I keep two pitchers of tea in my fridge because my family loves the taste & since we now have two pitchers, I just keep them rotating, and we never run out......I wish I had bought my Sunbeam Iced Tea Maker a long time ago! I can now go about my daily chores/work without ever worrying again. Thanks Sunbeam!...

petra1685 says "Oatmeal, instant coffe and tea for everyone's breakfast! " about One All Medelco Whistling Kettle

petra1685 — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 22:48:10 GMT

My relatives had been using this Whistling Kettle (from one all medelco) on a daily basis for the past 10 years! They were absolutely in love with it. But they have lost the whistler, and couldn't find a replacement forever... Then, all the sudden, they re-discovered it on a K-Mart shelf, and it was about 10 Bucks! Certainly a bargain if you are a tea drinker, or like instant coffe and oatmeal. It's great for all your breakfast needs, is sturdy, and holds quite a bit of water. No more kids fighting whose oatmeal is going to have to wait. Cleaning is a snap, it is glass, so it will stay beautiful with very little effort. I've had other metal tea kettles before, but this one is way easier to take care of, and will promise long years of use. Just remember to use the enclosed heat diffuser, and don't break it... but if you do, now you know where to find it!...

LindaStyron says "No mess filters!" about Bunn Coffee Filters

LindaStyron — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 06:24:55 GMT

What I like most about the Bunn filters is that they are taller and if you love making real strong coffee you don't have to worry about the coffee grounds running over the top of the filter. If you are a Bunn coffee-maker user, then you might have had this problem using reg. size filters. You can order them by the case by logging into the Bunn site. They are inexpensive and in my opinion, the best coffee filter I have used....

AnnaBanana says "I was not convinced at first but ..." about Braun Universal Gold Screen Coffee Filter

AnnaBanana — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 14:23:38 GMT

In a burst of enthusiasm and desire to do a little extra something for the environment (and save money as well) I ordered a Braun Universal Gold Screen Coffee Filter from Gevalia shortly after I signed up for their automatic shipment program. Upon opening it, I was impressed but thought that it would be difficult to clean. (I still wash dishes the old-fashioned way and I'll admit it, I'm not what you would call a Domestic Diva.) So the environment had to suffer a little longer as I cheated and went on using paper filters.

I've got to admit though that the Braun Universal Gold Screen Coffee Filter has worked out well and is not difficult to clean after all once you get the "knack" of it. (Secret: After emptying most of the grounds out into the garbage or disposal, rinse filter in an upside-down position -- pointed tip up -- with hot water.) The Braun Universal Gold Screen Coffee Filter's reusability ended up being a bargain for both me and the environment and I was finally...

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triplet says "worth the money" about Braun WK200W Electric Water Kettle

triplet — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:56:41 GMT

This electric water kettle if awesome! If your thinking about looking for a product like this, I would recommend the Braun WK200W electric water kettle for sure. It is a good price and heats up the water in no time. If you buy it, you won't regret it....

malak says "best purchase i made in a long time" about Hamilton Beach Cordless Electric Kettle - K2070

malak — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 18:33:00 GMT

I love drinking tea, and sometimes an instant decaf coffee. Before I purchased this wonderful item, I had to either warm up water in the microwave (disgusting is the word that comes to mind here) or cook water on the stove, which takes too long.

After spending some time in Europe, I learned about these water cookers and found them to be energy efficient, cheap, efficient and very quick. I was very happy to find them here in the states too and that is the first thing I went out and got once I was back. I have not regretted it for a moment.

There are also very nice safety features that ovens don't have..such as the automatic switch to turn it off once the water is boiling. This is also great as a gift for someone who tends to forget things, I know I worry less now that my grandmother cooks tea for water with this instead of the gas stove!

The fact that there is no cable makes it convenient to use also.

I can only recommend it....

islandlivin says "Happily brewing tea with it for over two years" about Sunbeam Mr. Coffee TM1 Iced Tea Maker, 2 quart

islandlivin — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 23:02:38 GMT

We drink a lot of iced tea in my house, so when I found out there was a small appliance dedicated to brewing it, I researched the available options and bought this one. I'm really glad I did, since I use it multiple times each week. My Mr. Coffee-brand tea maker has been going strong for over two years now, and I like the ease of use. Pour in the water, add the tea to the brewing basket and push the start button. Simple.

Of course, having a dedicated appliance means no more brewing tea with the coffee maker and having that yucky coffee-flavored tea. And I never did like messing about with boiling the water, adding the tea, setting the timer, waiting for it to cool, then pouring it into a pitcher. With this appliance, you get cool, freshly brewed, ready-to-drink iced tea in minutes.

I like the small footprint of this appliance, and the height is the same as our coffee maker, meaning that it fits under our cabinet on the counter, but we have to pull it out to add the water. The "CYA" instructions...

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tinamg says "A good investment" about Braun Universal Gold Screen Coffee Filter

tinamg — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 22:57:41 GMT

I've had my Braun cofee maker for about 5 years and I love it. The gold screen filter is great. In the long run, you end up saving money by not buying the throw away filters. I think it also makes the coffee taste better. It definitely filters out all the coffee grinds. It's easy to just rinse out and reuse again the next time....

kid-kansas says "This Redneck Finally entered the 21st. Century!" about Kroger Permanent Coffee Filter

kid-kansas — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 22:55:38 GMT

Yes the Redneck finally entered the 21st century by getting a permanent filter for the coffee maker.......You can stop laughing now....really you can! I still hear a lot of giggles ;)

Kroger Permanent Coffee Filter

For as long as I have been making coffee I have used those little white hard to keep from making a mess coffee filters. You know the ones I speak of, the ones that are hard to get out of the bag. Then when you dump them it usually goes all over the floor or you dump it in your fresh brewed pot of coffee.

Well now I no longer make a mess and I don't pick coffee grounds out of my mouth or cup when I drink my coffee either. This little gadget is made from stainless steel mess and is golden in color. Although this is a basic one size fits all filter it is a bit small in my coffee maker, but works well none the less.

It has a nice little handle to pick it up with which makes removing it a breeze. It is also dishwasher safe should you decide to go that route to clean it. This......

LoveisJoy says "The "Harmonic Hum" Whistle is Ho-Hum" about Reston Lloyd Calypso Basics 2.5 Quart Whistling Teakettle

LoveisJoy — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:51:32 GMT

Recently, my old teakettle bit the dust and I needed a better replacement. It didn't so much bite the dust as it fell apart in my hands. My goal was to find an attractive, affordable, sturdy, whistling teakettle in a pretty color. Preferably blue. Luckily, I found a pretty good candidate in the Calypso Basics 2.5 Quart Whistling Teakettle by Reston Lloyd. Time will tell if it holds up to my daily use. For now, I can report that this whistling kettle is humming right along, although more quietly than I expected.

The product features an enamel-on-steel exterior and is available in 5 tropical colors: Lemon, Lime, Azure, Red, and Pink. I purchased the Azure blue color and was pleased to discover that the color was quite pretty in person as it was in the online photo. The kettle costs a little less than $25, so it is an affordable purchase.

Another feature of the Calypso is the moveable, heat-resistant handle. I prefer a handle that is not stationary because it allows you to...

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mer0612 says "The best way I've found to make espresso at home" about Bialetti Stovetop Espresso Pot

mer0612 — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 20:07:37 GMT

This is my new favorite kitchen item, hands down. Makes a perfect cup of espresso anytime. Apparently every home in Italy has one of these and I like the tradition of making it yourself. After searching for a cheap espresso machine, I found after looking at several reviews that the quality of the espresso is not very good and the milk steamers are poor quality. This little stove top espresso maker is around $25 and worth every penny. I use it everyday!

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sumella says "no more buying coffee filters, but its a little messier to clean" about Braun Universal Gold Screen Coffee Filter

sumella — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 15:02:56 GMT

These gold filters work great. No more buying coffee filters if you dont want to . I like to use both (at different times) since I get lazy about cleaning the gold filter and the paper filter is easier to dump. I'm not sure if I notice a diffence in the coffee-its just a matter of convenience for me....

LoveisJoy says "A Pretty Kettle with a Broken Spout" about Copco Bellini 2-Quart Whistling Teakettle

LoveisJoy — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:19:51 GMT

As a daily green tea drinker, I find that a whistling teakettle is a necessity. Since my appliances are all white, the teakettle also serves as a burst of color in my kitchen. For less than $20 at my local Target store, I purchased the Copco Bellini Teakettle in a lovely shade of Robin's Egg Blue. The kettle measures 9.50"H x 8.5"W x 8.25"L which gives it a compact, rounded profile. For some reason, a fill line indicator is marked on the exterior. It's basically useless because you can't really tell from the inside when you've reached the fill line since it's marked on the outside. So, I just ignore it.

The whistling teakettle heats up to two quarts of water, which is pretty standard. The lid is made of stainless steel with a black knob, and it fits snugly into the body of the kettle. It is designed so that you can pour your water using only one hand. The black, stay-cool handle has a mechanism that allows you to push open the spout as you pour. Unfortunately, the handle...

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