I want to use this to keep cider warm for a holiday party - is this what I need to get? Or is this only for coffee?
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I have only heated water in this so far, but I can't see any reason why you couldn't keep any beverage hot in this
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This Is good for coffee. I never try for cider warm. But you will enjoy this for coffee
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From the West Bend 58002 Manual "Other than making coffee or heating water, no other liquid should be heated in coffeemaker as damage to heating unit can occur."
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Maybe, but its for coffee, not apples. There are lots of products for apples you would probably have better success with. It is just not the right tool, in my opinion.
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I suppose you could, but I use the matching travel cup for coffee. I have never put anything hot in this. One reason to not use this for hot beverages is the size of the drink spout. It's pretty good size and I could see getting a big slug of a hot beverage and really burning yourself. I can say this works really well for my cold beverages so I would think would be fine for keeping hot beverages hot.
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If you're getting more experienced in brewing you could certainly use the container for other brews. The container is basically designed to hold the yeast at the bottom as to not contaminate the product too much when draining through the nozzle. I've used it to make small, test batches of hard apple cider. But if you're wondering if other refill brands work the same? It would depend on their directions. Just make sure they call for the same process as the Mr. Beer refills. For example: Same water volume, pre-mix, etc.... Hope this helps!
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Sorry, I use it only to keep my chilled drinks. The insulation is quite thick, though.
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I agree with the other responses. You need to keep one pot for coffee, and one forhot water/tea/cider - the coffee smell permiates the inside of the pot. Try it for tea, but make sure the pot smells clean first.
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This maker has a built in warming surface that the pot sits on during and after brew. This warming pad has it's own switch to be turned on or off. This will keep your coffee warm for as long as you need. I bought this for my father who Works Pipe lines out West (Alberta Canada) where they see some very cold weather and he uses this every day. I should also mention I grew up knowing if my dad's coffee wasn't at the point of burning your tounge he didn't want it lol.Cheers,I just noticed the comment below and they must not use there warming pad.
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We have a small deli and use this everyday to keep coffee warm. Works well.The only thing we do is pour through 2-3 cups of hot water before we put the coffee in.
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Use bagged tea, that is what my wife does. No mess. My daughter made a spicy apple cider. Remember to clean right a way, thoroughly.
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I used cold, since I like iced coffee and cooler coffee. I would think both would work well, just depends on the temperature you like your coffee.
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I used it for everything. Just boil to the correct consistency and it should be fine. I made a great caramel with it.
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It can be used to heat water for instant coffee, cocoa or tea. The instant products are not used in the coffee maker. Thanks for lookingSteve
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No. The coffee makers should only be used to brew coffee or heat water for instant beverages. Preparing other hot beverages such as apple cider, hot chocolate or tea can damage the heating unit and voids the warranty.
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I use a small muslin bag I had purchased for brewing loose tea - can't remember where I bought them but they were cheap and bought online. I use 1 1/2 teaspoons of ground coffee and it works well. The bag is 2"X3" and has a string closure. You can then add the used coffee grounds to your garden and rinse the bag out for next time. So much cheaper than using the pods. I did buy the Melita pods that fit this unit and it's great coffee. But over time it's not really cost-effective to do this. So I thought I'd experiment with some decaf and am quite pleased with the result. Good luck - if you find something else to use, please post it on the Amazon review area to let everyone know.
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I haven't bought the burner yet since I'm waiting for someone else to confirm how much you can boil with it! I have my first extract kit waiting on the shelf for the new year. An acquaintance is going to come over and walk me through the process. I expect we'll do the same thing you are start with a half-portion and dilute it.I make hard cider, so the only high-cost item I had to buy was a wort cooler. Please let me know how the burner performs! I'd like to be able to do some of the work out of the kitchen...Al
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I've used it for hot chocolate with milk and spiced cider. Works great! Just thoroughly clean it when you're finished.
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Yes, I primarily use it for heating apple cider and for dips so it would be perfect for a small amount. Mine hasn't cracked with small amounts in it. The only thing I've noticed is that it takes a LONG time to heat/cook anything on low. I recommend using the high setting for the first hour or two and then turning it to low. Hope this helps!