Showing posts with label carafe. Show all posts
Showing posts with label carafe. Show all posts

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Zojirushi Supreme 3-Liter Airpot, Brushed Stainless Steel Review

Zojirushi Supreme 3-Liter Airpot, Brushed Stainless Steel
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I like this air pot for 4 reasons, but don't like it for 5 also..
Like it for:
1.) Capacity 3.0 Liters
2.) nice 360 degrees swivel action, for people in the front, people in the back, people on the sides - can just swivel and fill.
3.) large Base makes it less prone to tip over.
4.) Glass interior - Makes me more comfortable that there are no plastic toxins or general metal that could be adding other toxins to my drink.
Don't like it for:
1.) Short - Makes it hard to maneuver larger cups, especially, when you have a drip catcher under the nozzle, to catch falling drips. (not included in package, its just something we put under ours, so that the coffee doesn't drip onto the table after someone filling their cups)
2.) The push button design - To get the coffee, you need to push down on the top center button, which depresses lower, place the wrist/hand at inconvenient positions (A raised lever is much easier to use - especially, if you have the other hand holding something else, you can just use your karate chop action, while your other hand is holding the cup that is getting filled - making sure it doesn't spill all over.)
3.) The lock - It's too easy switch it in the lock/unlock positions and also hard to find, if someone is unfamiliar with it. (which is, on the push dispenser button, it just turns from 12 o'clock to 11 o'clock (5 degrees) and its locked and unlocked.)
4.) Cleaning - Is a B____.. The hole is only about, maybe 2 inches in diameter.. I can't fit anything down there to scrub around if necessary. So as far as cleaning.. I've just been using mine for coffee, and completely filling it with scorching water - when not in use. And swishing soap in there, every other time after use. I think about, maybe using some vinegar/water mixture may help too..
5.)General design - For some reason, when this Air Pot is sat next to other air pots, this one is neglected, and chosen over, by the taller/push down lever models.
I could probably talk more about this pot, and if you read this entire review, I'm impressed. Sorry - if I bored anyone else to sleep. But to conclude, I wouldn't buy this model again. This model, was actually kinda pricey as well - I would sacrifice the capacity, and buy 2 other ones, with the levers.

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On those occasions when you're entertaining a large group, you want to be able to serve everyone at once, especially at dessert time when coffee is served. To assure everyone a hot cup at the same time, this thermal air pot holds up to three liters, keeping your beverage hot and fresh with its vacuum glass liner. Has an easy pump and pour dispenser and a swivel base. The handle stands upright for carrying and folds down for convenient storage.

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Sunday, June 17, 2012

Zojirushi Premium Thermal Carafe Review

Zojirushi Premium Thermal Carafe
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I have tried a half dozen different brands over the years and this brand is excellent. I was in a coffee shop in Asheville NC and got a cup of coffee from a larger version of this product. I remarked to the server that the coffee was certainly hot and that he must have just made a fresh pot. He said the coffee was about 4 hours old and said his wife (the owner of the shop) had tested about a half dozen different brands of carafes prior to deciding on Zojirushi. He said she found it the best on the market. He indicated that they frequently take excess coffee from the day home and have it straight from the carafe the next morning and find it hot.
I got the product name and went to Amazon to read the reviews on this product prior to purchasing and was therefore aware of the problems identified by the reviewers here. I have now owned the carafe for about a year and use it most days. I usually run hot water into the carafe and let it heat up the container prior to pouring coffee and sealing it. I have kept coffee very hot for over 24 hours. Of course, the secret is to always close the carafe (check the slot to insure it is closed) back immediately after pouring a cup. I also wash the top in a dishwasher after use. This allows water to enter the top (as noted by one reviewer). I turn the top so that the horizontal hole in the side is at the bottom and the water pours out. I shake it a few times and it is good to go.
I find the product more than adequate to prevent coffee from tasting stale. I frequently make 10-12 cups of coffee at a time and pour a few cups then put the remainder into a carafe and seal it until further use. I find the coffee hours later as good as a freshly made cup of coffee. I usually drink the carafe of coffee within 4-6 hours.
After using several other similar products I find this product superior to those products therefore warranting a 5-star rating.
The one disadvantage was the higher price but after a year of use from a value consideration, it is worthwhile.

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For use at home, at work, at the barbecue or beach, this convenient thermal carafe keeps beverages warm and easy to serve. A vacuum glass liner keeps your beverage warm even for extended periods ( 154??F @ 10 hrs. / 123??F @ 24 hrs). The contemporary, brushed stainless exterior is attractive and easy to clean and sits on a swivel base so it's easy to grab from any angle. Holds 1 liter (34 ounces).

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Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Stainless Steel Thermos & Mug Review

Stainless Steel Thermos and Mug
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This worked very well - the first time I used it.
I hand washed it afterwards, then used it today, about two weeks after I bought it. I poured hot coffee into it, and the outside of the thermos has become almost too hot to touch. It is obvious that the vacuum seal has broken and lost all its insulating properties.
I thought the Thermos brand meant quality, but I guess this is what I get for buying a cheapened product from WalMart. I don't recommend this product.

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Thermocafe Combo, .5 Liter, Stainless Steel Bottle & 16 OZ, Stainless Steel Mug, Great For Those On The Go.

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Monday, March 5, 2012

Zojirushi Stainless-Steel 64-Ounce Coffee Server Review

Zojirushi Stainless-Steel 64-Ounce Coffee Server
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This is a large capacity coffee / tea carafe with a PHENOMENAL ability to hold temperature; even after 8-10 hours, beverages are still warm. This is from Zojirushi's restaurant / hotel line and not really intended for home use; it's expensive and has a funny lid intended to fit directly under a drip coffeemaker. But highly recommended if you want to make coffee once and keep it hot all day.

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Stainless steel coffee server has a patented design

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Monday, January 2, 2012

BUNN 28696 2.2-Liter Push Button Airpot Coffee/Tea Dispenser Review

BUNN 28696 2.2-Liter Push Button Airpot Coffee/Tea Dispenser
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The look on my mother-in-laws face when she saw "Bunn" and "Air Pot" was priceless. Then she figured out what it was and she was pleased. It was exactly what she asked for though she would have never known its actual name if she were to ever order it herself. She has used it several time hence for family and church activities. It is a safe, effective and tasteful (even classy/professional) way to get hot cocoa or coffee from A to B.

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BUNN is the preferred beverage equipment provider for fine restaurants and other food service establishments because the equipment consistently produces high quality beverages.

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Friday, December 30, 2011

Zojirushi Stainless-Steel Easy-Serve Airpot Review

Zojirushi Stainless-Steel Easy-Serve Airpot
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This was a gift for my mother for Christmas. My parents always have the whole family over to their house for Christmas and they are coffee drinkers. This has always been a problem because space limitations and lack of availability of larger coffee makers that would fit in has always been a problem. She'd always have to make 2 pots and eventually, people would wind up with cool coffee since not everyone wanted it at the same time. In comes this Zojirushi SRAG30 Airpot. Now, not being a coffee drinker myself, I did a lot of research in advance. As there wasn't a lot of feedback available for this particular product, I don't know if I just got lucky in picking it or if the limited information was just that accurate, but this thing is literally almost unbelievable. Not only was the coffee made 3 hours before the first cup was pourted still hot when the last cup was poured, but it was hot the next morning, 20 hour later...and still steaming hot the next evening, 30 hours later. This morning, the coffee coming out of it is still apparently steaming. Now while I'm sure it's much cooler than it was when it first went in, the fact that I can still see visible steam rising from what's coming out of it coming up on 2 days later is just amazing. I couldn't be happier with this purchase.
Now, the scientist in me knows not everyone will get these same results as some external factors most likely played a part in this. For starters, when preparing it for it's first use, I boiled water (raging boil, not just hot tap water) and filled it. I then proceeded to close it up and pump out the hot water which would have increased the pressure of the hot air inside, warming it more. Then after the coffee was put into it, I put it on top of the stove, on which the oven was running periodically throughout the day. I'm sure this helped to keep it hot. However, this was during the winter and a nearby window was open much of the time, so there was also a cooling factor as well.
Overall, I can't say enough good about this product. While not the most extravagant gift I purchased this year, it may turn out to be the best as far as doing what it's meant to do.

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Stainless Steel Easy Serve Airpot

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Thursday, December 8, 2011

Creative Ware Unbreakable Beverage Dispenser with Removable Ice Core (3 Gallons) Review

Creative Ware Unbreakable Beverage Dispenser with Removable Ice Core (3 Gallons)
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I loved the concept of this dispenser, but it leaked throughout the party the first time I used it. It was very embarrassing! We emptied it and tried to tighten the spigot, but it continued to drip.
We finally tightened the crown nut gently using pliers even though the directions said to hand-tighten it. It seems to be working now, but the spigot is plastic and the quality is questionable. I think it will work for our next party, but I don't like not being confident in its performance when we have company over.
The idea of this dispenser was perfect for the party and the ice core worked great! It kept the sweet tea cold throughout the party without watering it down. It was easy to clean, easy to use and easy to put together.

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Creative Ware Unbreakable Beverage Dispenser with Removable Ice Core (3 Gallons). BPA free.

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Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Rosendahl Grand Cru Set: Carafe, Oil Pourer Review

Rosendahl Grand Cru Set: Carafe, Oil Pourer
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I spent a long time looking for the perfect combination of good reviews and the right price.
After going through a lot of other dispensers that allways left a residue on the kitchen counters, this cru has solved that problems. It will not leak. Not down the side, not on the counter. I've allways had to keep a little disc or tupperware top under my oil dispensers to hold the oil that pools around the bottom.
I was a little put off by the price of this cru. But the good looks and dependable non-spills means I'll never have to waste money replacing it.
I bought the 1st one for olive oil and recently bought another for canola oil - both from Amazon. The contrast of the darker olive and lighter canola looks good on the counter.
By the way the packaging is very elegant; both the package immediately around the cru and outer package. They also included a mini catalog of other Fjorn products.
One last point - the oil pours slowly and very precisely - no unexpected gushes.

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This oil carafe and pourer from Rosendahl's Grand Cru series is an excellent tool for oil and oil-based dressings, as well as vinegars. The renowned Danish designer Erik Bagger has created this top rated pourer to match the rest of his Grand Cru offerings and it fits securely in his coasters. Made from stainless steel and a clear glass absent of lead, the carafe shows the beautiful colors of the oil and vinegar to be shine through as they are enjoyed.

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Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Zojirushi ECBD15 Fresh Brew Stainless Steel Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker w/ Decalcifier Review

Zojirushi ECBD15 Fresh Brew Stainless Steel Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker w/ Decalcifier
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First, if you are interested in this coffee maker. Buy the EC-BD15. Amazon has it for about $68 and free shipping. It is the same as the EC-BD15BA. We bought the EC-BD15. Our EC-BD15 had an inserted sheet in the instruction manual that corrects the manual by replacing the #3 filter wording for the #4 filter wording. The #4 filter fits fine, no cutting or anything. Apparently the the EC-BD15BA has the wording corrected in the manual and prints it on the box. If that is worth the difference in cost then go for it. It really just looks like a translation problem for the American market that uses #4 filters.
The coffee maker is exactly 15 inches tall. So make sure you have room under a cabinet if you store it there. My wife says the coffee stays hotter than in our old Mr Coffee thermal model. This caraffe is unbreakable because it is solid steel. No glass insert like our old Mr Coffee.


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Zojirushi's EC-BD15BA 1.5 Liter Fresh Brew Coffee Maker with Vacuum Stainless Steel Carafe is gorgeous and functional and will look spectacular on your countertop.

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