I'm having a very difficult time justifying spending 200 bucks on a tricked-out hot water kettle.Is it more for looks,than function ?
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If you are the kind of person who likes tea (or some other hot beverage) at a very specific temperature and you spend time in one or more rooms other than the kitchen both of which are true about my wife, this might appeal to you. It is gorgeous and, yes, it is pricey. If not, get a regular tea kettle.
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I would say yes. I have had this kettle for a couple years now, and would not buy it again. Very atractive sitting on the counter, but with a plastic-like interior I don't reheat or drink the hot water that's been sitting in it for any length of time. It is heavy and lately the lid catch seems to be losing it's ability to stay closed. It does heat the water fairly quickly, and the temperature gauge is nice to have, but my next kettle will have a stainless interior (which I had asked about prior to buying this, and was told it did have that), and cost much less. I cannot recommend spending the money for this one based on those factors. I would say yes. I have had this kettle for a couple years now, and would not buy it again. Very atractive sitting on the counter, but with a plastic-like interior I don't reheat or drink the hot water that's been sitting in it for any length of time. It is heavy and lately the lid catch seems to be losing it's ability to stay closed. It does heat the water fairly quickly, and the temperature gauge is nice to have, but my next kettle will have a stainless interior (which I had asked about prior to buying this, and was told it did have that), and cost much less. I cannot recommend spending... » Read More I would say yes. I have had this kettle for a couple years now, and would not buy it again. Very atractive sitting on the counter, but with a plastic-like interior I don't reheat or drink the hot water that's been sitting in it for any length of time. It is heavy and lately the lid catch seems to be losing it's ability to stay closed. It does heat the water fairly quickly, and the temperature gauge is nice to have, but my next kettle will have a stainless interior (which I had asked about prior to buying this, and was told it did have that), and cost much less. I cannot recommend spending the money for this one based on those factors. « Show Less
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If you are a tea snob like me, then you will appreciate the ability to set the kettle to specific temperatures for the different types of tea. I will say, however, that I have seen MUCH cheaper kettles (around $50) that are adjustable (a quick Amazon search will find you many). So, sadly, I have to admit that I bought this one primarily for its looks, and while I do love it, it is no better in any way than any other kettle. You won't find a return on your investment for spending the extra $150.
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The reason we went for this one was the construction. We were tired of buying one electric kettle a year - plus having the no longer functioning one to add to the landfill or try to recycle. So far, I think we've had this about 2 years and it is as good as the day we got it. If you aren't really looking for anything that can calibrate temp to the type of tea, boiling water on a hot plate, or even (I mean, if you just want it hot) heating in a microwave, or on a stove top works fine. We drink alot of teas and a lot of different kinds of tea, so having that feature works very well for us.
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Thank you so much for posting about the Hamilton Beach CoolTouch kettle, C. Simpson! I've been looking all over for an acceptable one, and that's the best I've found too. Very frustrating. Thanks for taking the time to share your find.
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It would depend on wether you can screw it on to your faucet head, or wether there is an adapter you can buy to install on it. The other thing you could install isa recirc. pump, so that your hot water is basically instant. I have been to lazy to do this and they cost about 300.00 plus install. If I was smart enough that is what I would do. The purpose that they serve is that you turn on the water and walk away, and then once the water reaches a certain temp, it shuts the water off till you come back to use it.
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I got my replacement red bird whistle here... around $14 - $15 bucks? Considering I've had this Kettle since 1986 with no problems and no needing to replace it, shelling out $15 for the whistle is just fine.
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I'm not entirely sure. If you plan on getting a kettle like this, spend the extra money and get a wort chiller. It saves time, it's a ton safer and not that expensive. Seriously a trying to move and cool 5 gallons of liquid would not be the smartest thing to do. Not to mention the amount of ice needed to cool it efficiently. NY Brew Supply has some for 60 bucks. Also as i responded to another person, when i got this kettle it leaked through the side, like, not the holes for the therm and valve, but through the actual metal. I got a similar kettle from Morebeer for like 30 bucks extra and it is very good. Check them out. I'm not entirely sure. If you plan on getting a kettle like this, spend the extra money and get a wort chiller. It saves time, it's a ton safer and not that expensive. Seriously a trying to move and cool 5 gallons of liquid would not be the smartest thing to do. Not to mention the amount of ice needed to cool it efficiently. NY Brew Supply has some for 60 bucks. Also as i responded to another person, when i got this kettle it leaked through the side, like, not the holes for the therm and valve, but through the actual metal. I got a similar kettle from Morebeer for like 30 bucks extra and it... » Read More I'm not entirely sure. If you plan on getting a kettle like this, spend the extra money and get a wort chiller. It saves time, it's a ton safer and not that expensive. Seriously a trying to move and cool 5 gallons of liquid would not be the smartest thing to do. Not to mention the amount of ice needed to cool it efficiently. NY Brew Supply has some for 60 bucks. Also as i responded to another person, when i got this kettle it leaked through the side, like, not the holes for the therm and valve, but through the actual metal. I got a similar kettle from Morebeer for like 30 bucks extra and it is very good. Check them out. « Show Less
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My experience is that it is. Other than the floppy handle, the kettle is pretty wonderful
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... I ordered this Tea Kettle but did use it. After I ordered it, I saw another one that I liked better, ordered it. When the one you're asking about arrived. I sent it back. Sorry I cannot help.Regards,Dave
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I went and tried it for you - from that perspective. It is like pressing in the button on a PC except a little down with one finger to get to the press button. I would get it, except actually handling that much hot water could be the real issue. I think it is 4 pounds full.
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The reservoir WAS difficult to install so I've left it in place and fill it with the pull out hose of the kitchen faucet. I've found this unit to be OK for a cheap thermal coffee pot (it only cost $42.), but it does have problems I had to overcome. The first time I filled it to the maximum line -- there was coffee all over the counter. The reservoir is larger than the pot capacity. I put a Sharpee mark on the fill indicator where I found the maximum to be. It is difficult to see the water in the indicator until the pot is turned on and activates the light. I now start the fill process and immediately hit the "on" button. The reservoir WAS difficult to install so I've left it in place and fill it with the pull out hose of the kitchen faucet. I've found this unit to be OK for a cheap thermal coffee pot (it only cost $42.), but it does have problems I had to overcome. The first time I filled it to the maximum line -- there was coffee all over the counter. The reservoir is larger than the pot capacity. I put a Sharpee mark on the fill indicator where I found the maximum to be. It is difficult to see the water in the indicator until the pot is turned on and activates the light. I now start the fill process and... » Read More The reservoir WAS difficult to install so I've left it in place and fill it with the pull out hose of the kitchen faucet. I've found this unit to be OK for a cheap thermal coffee pot (it only cost $42.), but it does have problems I had to overcome. The first time I filled it to the maximum line -- there was coffee all over the counter. The reservoir is larger than the pot capacity. I put a Sharpee mark on the fill indicator where I found the maximum to be. It is difficult to see the water in the indicator until the pot is turned on and activates the light. I now start the fill process and immediately hit the "on" button. « Show Less
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you are honestly better off buying a hot water kettle. it only heats up the water to Luke warm temperatures and doesn't provide much water for a cup.
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A mixture of reasons. The price was within the budget I'd set, I've had good experience with its T-Fal products, it looked like it would be attractive on the counter (the toaster and coffee pot never get out away here), and it has some features (like retoast) that I thought would be handy. Hope this helps.
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I also found rust on the inside bottom of the kettle. Not sure what you mean by never leaving extra water in the kettle - it's a kettle, and in my house, that means it's used a dozen times a day, if not more. There's NEVER a time when it doesn't have water in it, and quite honestly, that shouldn't make a whit of difference! I got rid of it with some steel wool, it didn't return, but it did make me question the overall quality. The on/off switch on mine failed after six months, so I replaced it. The manufacturer's help line was only open Mon-Fri 8am-4pm, which only strengthened my conviction that it wasn't a great product. I ended up replacing it with an Oster, which has an actual spout that you can pour from (another gripe I had with this model), as well as a water gauge, and a much better designed on/off switch.
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I was not satisfied with the design or function of this tea kettle and returned it.
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NO. I have had mine for almost a year now and I absolutely LOVE this thing. I drink A LOT of tea and it is perfect to fey your water boiling in no time.
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I ordered the 6 cup by mistake and found it is too small for the amount of water I like to heat at one time. We use instant hot cereals and coffee bags so the larger size works much better for us. I also don't like to fill it too full as it sputters out when it whistles. Personal preference if you don't use much hot water, but for the price I would go with the larger one. There newer revere kettles also heat slowly. I eventually purchased an old used 3 1/2 quart one on ebay and is actually what I needed to replace the one I had. Better copper bottom. Heats faster and whistles better. Much better made in my book. I ordered the 6 cup by mistake and found it is too small for the amount of water I like to heat at one time. We use instant hot cereals and coffee bags so the larger size works much better for us. I also don't like to fill it too full as it sputters out when it whistles. Personal preference if you don't use much hot water, but for the price I would go with the larger one. There newer revere kettles also heat slowly. I eventually purchased an old used 3 1/2 quart one on ebay and is actually what I needed to replace the one I had. Better copper bottom. Heats faster and whistles better. Much... » Read More I ordered the 6 cup by mistake and found it is too small for the amount of water I like to heat at one time. We use instant hot cereals and coffee bags so the larger size works much better for us. I also don't like to fill it too full as it sputters out when it whistles. Personal preference if you don't use much hot water, but for the price I would go with the larger one. There newer revere kettles also heat slowly. I eventually purchased an old used 3 1/2 quart one on ebay and is actually what I needed to replace the one I had. Better copper bottom. Heats faster and whistles better. Much better made in my book. « Show Less
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It is not recommended, although I'm not sure why. I have other cast iron kettles that I use on top of wood stoves, but they are larger and heavier. I've always used another pot to get the water hot, and transferred into this kettle.
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Yes, no problem at all. The kettle is just excellent in general. I highly recommend it!