Cuisinart TEA-100 PerfecTemp Programmable Tea Steeper and Kettle

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Product Feature

• Removable stainless steel tea infuser; raise and lower to steep loose or bagged tea
• Programmable controls: 6 preset temperatures (for delicate, green, white, oolong, herbal and black teas)
• Adjustable countdown steeping timer; 30-minute keep warm option; 2-minute lift-off memory feature
• Cordless glass kettle holds 1 liter for tea steeping; 1.2 liters as a water kettle; perfect for homemade iced tea; removable spout filter
• Overheat and boil dry protection; dishwasher-safe removable parts; 1500 watts for fast heat-up

Product Description

Perfect Tea, Perfectly Easy!

Tea is a matter of taste, so Cuisinart introduces a new programmable tea steeper that lets tea lovers call the shots. Preset water temperatures ensure each variety of tea steeps at the proper temperature. A countdown steeping timer can be adjusted to increase or decrease steeping time according to taste. Or remove the stainless tea infuser to turn this tea steeper into a kettle by putting on the “kettle lid � on; and heat up to 1.2 liters of water fast.

The Cuisinart TEA-100 PerfecTemp Programmable Tea Steeper & Kettle is versatile, easy and adjustable - let us guide you with our pre-programmed settings, or call the shots yourself for an experience all your own. Your pot of tea has never been so easy or so good!

A Brief History of Tea

The origins of tea can be traced back nearly 5,000 years to a legendary emperor of China, an herbalist. It is believed that leaves from twigs he was burning floated into a kettle of boiling water. Thus tea was born and soon flourished throughout southern Asia. As trade routes expanded, tea made its way to the West, and today is enjoyed around the world.

The Health Benefits of Tea

Many teas are brimming with healthful benefits like natural vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Drinking any tea rehydrates the body, and its antioxidants may offer protections against a wide range of diseases. A cup of tea can be a gentle start to the day, a soothing mid-afternoon break, or a comfortable way to unwind and relax each evening � it all adds up to a healthy mind, body, and spirit.

Product Features

• 6 preset water temperature options ensure each variety of tea is allowed to steep in the proper environment necessary to bring out its unique flavor
• Steep your tea right in the kettle with our stainless steel tea infuser � it holds loose or bagged tea as well as your favorite spices, fruits and/or herbs to create your own blend
• Adjustable countdown steeping timer lets you decide how long to steep. Or use our recommended times, based on the tea type you selected
• 30-minute Keep Warm option and Perfect Memory feature keep your tea ready for refills
• Add ice, right in the kettle, for homemade iced-tea; freshly steeped, with your favorite tea
• Steep up to 1 L of hot tea, or use the Kettle Lid to heat up to 1.2 L of water in this cordless kettle for hot cocoa, oatmeal and more
• Recipe booklet for fun and delicious ideas!

Kettle

To heat up to 1.2 liters of water for cocoa, instant oatmeal or soup, french press and more �� faster than your stovetop � simply remove the steeping assembly from your PerfecTemp Kettle, add water, cover with the kettle lid, and select your perfect temp!

Tea Steeper

To release a tea � s unique character and its naturally aromatic flavors and health benefits, it must steep at just the right temperature for just the right amount time. The PerfecTemp Tea Steeper features our recommended preset times and temperatures for perfect results.

The Art of Steeping Tea

Great care is taken to create each tea � s unique character. When the temperature is suited to the particular tea, and steeping time is perfect, tea lovers can savor and appreciate all of tea ��s naturally aromatic flavors and health benefits. But remember, tastes and teas vary; you can always adjust to your personal preference. Enjoy!

Parts and Benefits

1. Kettle Lid for use when heating water without steeping, or serving iced tea

2. Steeping Assembly for use when steeping tea

   1. Steeper Lid turns to raise and lower tea infuser
   2. Tea Infuser Cover
   3. Tea Infuser holds loose or bagged tea
   4. Infuser Holder Tabs
   5. Infuser Holder

3. Removable Spout Filter

4. Stay-Cool Handle

5. Glass Kettle with easy-to-read water level markings

6. Power Base with 360 Swivel

7. Control Panel

   1. Power Button turns unit on and off
   2. Select Button scrolls through tea/temperature options and adjusts steeping time
   3. Temperature Start Button starts heating process
   4. Tea/Temperature Options:
      
      • Delicate (160 �F)
      • Green (175 �F)
        
      • White (185� F)
        
      • Oolong (190 F)
        
      • Herbal (200� F)
        
      • Black (Boil � 212 F)
        
   5. Time Start Button starts countdown steeping timer
   6. LCD Display counts down steeping time and Keep Warm time
   7. Keep Warm Button selects/deselects this option, and adjusts Keep Warm time

Simple Steps to Perfect Tea

Fill
Just add up to 1 liter of fresh water to the kettle. Place loose or bagged tea in the tea basket.

Time
Our recommended steeping time for the type of tea selected will appear. Adjust time if you like.

Set
Select one of our preset tea temperatures based on the type of tea you� re steeping.

Drop/Steep
Lower infuser into the clear glass kettle. Watch tea steep as time counts down in the display.

Heat
The Steeper � s 1500 watts quickly heats water to the exact tea temperature you selected.

Serve
Lift your cordless kettle off power base to serve. Features convenient Keep Warm and memory feature.

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Cuisinart TEA-100 PerfecTemp Programmable Tea Steeper and Kettle Review

I bought this after my Adagio Teas triniTea Electric 32-Ounce Tea Maker began deteriorating after about a year. I've been using the Cuisinart for about two weeks now, and I really like it compared to the Adagio maker. Below are my list of pros and cons (when comparing this to the Adagio.)

THE GOOD:

The Cuisinart tea maker is a very sturdy device (the kind Cuisinart is known for.) The carafe is very good, the spout does not dribble when it pours, and all of the parts seem to be made quite well. It is also quite easy to use; reading the directions are probably a minor necessity, but once you get the quick hang of it, it is very easy to use. () Fill your carafe and steeper. (b) Turn on and program the desired water temperature. (c) When that is reached and the machine beeps, lower the stepper (with a twist of the dial) and program the steeping time. (d) Once that time is reached and the machine beeps, bring the steeper back up and pour your cup. Lastly, I like that the "keep warm" feature not only keeps the tea at your selected temperature, but stops after 30 minutes (keeping in mind that the carafe still holds the heat for another 45 or so minutes, even when the burner is off).

THE BAD:

For all that, there are a few minor annoyances. First, unlike the Trinitea, which does everything for you (like a coffee maker), this machine requires a fair amount of manual attention when your tea is brewing. That is, the steeper doesn't extend and retract by itself, but relies on you to manually adjust it. This is only a minor annoyance, but it does mean that you can basically get the same results with buying an electronic kettle and an Adagio Teas 16-Ounce Ingenuitea Teapot, keeping the time yourself. (It also means that I can't just turn the machine on and do other things while it is brewing.) Secondly, while I love the fact that the "keep warm" feature shuts off automatically after a certain time, I'd love it if we had the option to choose how much time we wanted it to stay on for. I take my time with my tea, and 30 minutes is JUST too short for me to enjoy my customary 3 cups without having to microwave the last of them. Again, not a big deal, but something to consider. (Of course, the Trinitea nokt only doesn't have an automatic shut off feature, but the "keep warm" setting should read "keep luke warm" because that's what it does. So I can't complain too much about the Cuisinart.)

So, if you are considering a tea maker, I would strongly recommend this over the Trinitea (which several people have noted breaks down after a fairly short time.) This machine is sturdier, makes tea that is every bit as good, and does a good job of keeping it warm (for at least 30 minutes) after it is steeped. But just be advised that this is not an "automatic" machine that you can turn on and let do its thing; it does require manual adjustments of the steeper when it is making your tea. If money is an issue, you might just consider getting an electric kettle and a cheaper Adagio Teas 16-Ounce Ingenuitea Teapot and controlling the time and temperature yourself. But if you can spend very-low-triple-digits on a machine, this is a really good buy.

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