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Perfect Kettle for Coffee!,
I bought this kettle strictly for heating water for French press coffee making. Since this kettle is glass there is no chance of it imparting off flavors to the water (then the coffee). I got tired of my metal kettles becoming discolored and rusted, even with proper care. I love the idea of glass for coffee making and this kettle by Medelco is indispensable for coffee making!
It is also easy to clean (dishwasher safe) and looks wonderful. It holds 64 ounces of water when filled to the bottom of the rim, however DO NOT boil that much as it will erupt and shoot steaming water up out of the lid. I feel safe however boiling 50 to 55 ounces of water, which is more than enough for even the largest French presses.
I like to use a probe thermometer to monitor the water temp and stop at 200F, which is the ideal temperature for coffee brewing. This kettle does have a whistling lid that I use (I simply insert the thermometer into the whistling hole). The plastic handle is sturdy and remains cool (remember you can’t use HIGH heat and expect the handle to stay cool, I like medium-high heat) to the touch and pouring is easy (the lid must be removed to pour). All the componets are thick and durable (especially the glass). With minimal care this kettle should last a lifetime.
All the features I wanted in a coffee kettle and add to that a fantastic price. Although inexpensive this kettle does not feel cheap. A wonderful value!
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|Excellent but,
I agree with everything said about this glass kettle except that the handle does definitely get too hot to hold with the bare hand. And I am someone who has a very high hand heat tolerance. IF you are willing to use some insulated cloth or holder to pour from this kettle when hot, it really does boil quickly and the whistle can be heard throughout a large house.
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|Metallic-Taste Free!,
Yay, no more metallic-tinged water! The pot comes with a wire coil shaped like a 3-leaf clover to place on electric burners, to diffuse the heat contact to the glass. I’m not completely convinced that the breathy whistle qualifies as ‘piercingly loud,’ but it gets the job done. The lid has a handle to minimize the risk of steam burns while removing it in order to pour (no pouring through the lid), and a shaped pour-spout minimizes drizzling. The “Diner-Flair” style is either cool or slightly disappointing, depending on my mood, but I don’t drink straight from the kettle, so ’tis okay! Very good product; made in Connecticut. Medelco Inc. (not to be confused with the medical equipment makers) has a website, too.
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|Great pot, but be careful,
I like this teapot, and the price is good. I’m not such a fan of the cups, but the price on this set beats any other place I could find for the pot alone.
One caveat: this pot does not have a 20 oz. capacity. Almost 16 oz. can fit, but you can’t brew with that much because it is basically overflowing. A reasonable estimate of the actual capacity is about 13 oz. It’s a good size for one person, but if you are thinking of brewing 20 oz for two, you will be disappointed. I am familiar with the other saucer-style pots available here. They aren’t 20 oz either – probably around 16 oz, practically speaking, and also seem like a one-person pot to me. If you want tea for two, buy one that claims it has 30 to 40 oz capacity.
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|My sencha deserves the best,
If you’re a confirmed tea drinker, then get this type of teapot. It’s the best. There are many sizes out there, although I prefer the little one for my solo drinking adventures. My only complaint with Japanese iron teapots is that sometimes they rust around the handle rings…although I find that the ochre colored dust adds to their overall charm!
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|Beautiful!,
This seller is just fantastic. Fast efficient personalized service. Easy to contact. The tea pot was a hit. This is a really beautiful item that will last forever. My brother is in love with it.
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