Does the clear pkging bother anyone else?Light rapidly ruins tea.
1125557
I have a dark glass container for my tea. It does bother me but if it means continuing to get the tea at this price I don't mind doing a container swap.
1157547
Good question. While we all should store our tea in dark places or dark containers, I am honestly not troubled by the transparent packaging. Indeed, I like it! Here's why. You can see right away that the contents (here) have nothing but TEA leaves. Not twigs. Not a lot of dust. Just chock full of tea! In contrast, it's so annoying when you open a container or package of tea, only to find your purchase full of extra stuff - other than just tea leaves. So while some have complained about the packaging, I am delighted with the clear plastic it comes in. Also with the contents, I might add. Good question. While we all should store our tea in dark places or dark containers, I am honestly not troubled by the transparent packaging. Indeed, I like it! Here's why. You can see right away that the contents (here) have nothing but TEA leaves. Not twigs. Not a lot of dust. Just chock full of tea! In contrast, it's so annoying when you open a container or package of tea, only to find your purchase full of extra stuff - other than just tea leaves. So while some have complained about the packaging, I am delighted with the clear plastic it comes in. Also with the contents, I... » Read More Good question. While we all should store our tea in dark places or dark containers, I am honestly not troubled by the transparent packaging. Indeed, I like it! Here's why. You can see right away that the contents (here) have nothing but TEA leaves. Not twigs. Not a lot of dust. Just chock full of tea! In contrast, it's so annoying when you open a container or package of tea, only to find your purchase full of extra stuff - other than just tea leaves. So while some have complained about the packaging, I am delighted with the clear plastic it comes in. Also with the contents, I might add. « Show Less
1157548
I keep all my teas in their original packing in my pantry away from heat and direct sunlight or in tea tins (bought here on Amazon cheaply) on my counter in small amounts . They seem to last just fine.
774034
I never thought to do this so I tried it last night, using the cold water that came out of my refrigerator filter. I used two of the tea bags and a large 8 cup Pyrex measuring cup. I poured the water over the tea bags and the water remained clear. When I woke up 7 hours later, the water was the usual tea color but a weaker shade. When I tasted it, it tasted weaker too. So I would say this does not work well. I usually let the tea steep for several hours after pouring boiling water over the tea bags but now I am thinking that simply hot water will do. But not cold water....
1837881
The unit is indicating it needs to be rescaled. This process and discussion of light reset is in the manual. If you use filtered water as I do I think you can safely ignore rescaling, which I assume is governed by how much water you have "brewed". If the orange light bothers you I think you can fool the unit by following the rescaling process using plain water to reset. Des sling kits can be purchased from nesters so. DO NOT USE VINEGAR TO DESCALE THIS UNIT in lieu of kit. Might be wise to DESCALE if you use hard unfiltered water.
2277194
Hmm. I've not encountered this--but I've only had it a short while. Upon inspection, however, I can see how this could be possible after a great deal of use. :-/
283756
I suggest you use another tea pot instead of the glass tea pot. I picked my favorite teapot at Cost Plus and have been using it since day one.
1046350
I have found that what your saying is true. We have to toast things twice on the low setting. Very frustrating. I bought mine awhile ago should have returned it. If you just reasently puchased it send it back.
1776753
You are right it does get darker. I found, believe it or not; if I push the keep warm button it doesnt darken as much, but I usually only make 2 cups at a time. I would rather brew more often for fresher tea.
2160994
This has not been an issue I felt I needed to address.My opened bag resides in back of my modest pantry in its' original plastic bag.This particular bag has been open for a least 6 mos.As I live in Arizona,humidity is not a factor.When making my tea I simply grab a handful and place it in a quart pitcher of tap water and let it steep cold in my refrigerator. I prefer my hibiscus as cold tea. I have not been disappointed with the results.I do not remove the petals from the pitcher.I have even reused them after the first usage.
1764450
I use the 1/2 lb Lipton Loose tea, which I don't believe is very finely ground, and his holes leak leaves out everywhere. It's pretty excessive, which is why I'm returning him.
600345
From my own experience, I see residue at the bottom of the pot with types of loose tea. I often use the chunky teas from TEAVANA stores and they leave a residue too. I think it's more of the teapots stainless filter. Like making coffee without a paper filter.
2081947
All of mine have strings.... Probably just a manufacturing error. Doubt that will affect the tea quality.
1568216
Hello, I have never had this problem. I have seen micro bubbles just before the water starts to boil and against the blue Led light hue could be mistaken for what you are seeing only a guess. Regards
1739708
I also have never had this issue. Pull up from the bottom of the latch. This flips the top up. I do really like this box. It fits a lot of tea in an organized manner!
1336006
the tea stains the tea infuser badly! but the pot is easy to keep clean. I really don't see a way around this without strong chemicals that will leave a bad taste. The stain only looks bad but it shows you use the Tea maker and it isn't just an ornament. That's what it's for right? It does not affect the taste of future teas.
2187004
I usually mix it with thyme, that masks the flavor a bit. I use it medicinally so taste isn't an issue for me. I think making it a bit weaker and mixing it with another herbal tea might solve the problem. I, too, do not particularly like the flavor by itself.
1185131
I ended up drilling holes in the base. I'm a homebrewer and like to compost my grains. Problem is when I dumped the grains in there, any liquid would flow out into the base and stink to high heaven. So I wasn't satisfied with the "compost tea" option, not to say others wouldn't be. Can't say I noticed it filling with rain water.
104760
It depends upon the courseness of your loose tea. There is a grate of sorts, but not a fine mesh.