I am looking for a tea maker that will be ready in the morning.Does this one have an option to delay brewing and set it to a certain time? suggestion?
1764505
Al, I would not consider this tea maker for any reason. Ours stopped working after two weeks, for no apparent reason.
1764506
No, it does not. While this tea maker allows for a brewing time to be set, it needs a manual start. But many tea makers do not even allow for that, simply using a flow through method. Therefore in the past, I have used a drip coffee maker to brew tea, so that might be an option for you.
1764507
No it does not have the auto timer option. the one that dose have it all is called the "Breville BTM800XL One-Touch Tea Maker" but it is significantly more expensive. Like $200 more.
2066562
I press the program button, then I punch in the hour and minute I want it to start brewing. Usually 30 minutes before I wake I set mine. One the time is punched in I push the "Auto On" button.
1837689
Yes, it has a "delayed brew" timer, but I never use that feature on my machine.
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I never timed it, but it's 1000w, while many are 1500 watts.. The fastest I've seen just for heating water is to buy an induction burner and a separate pot. If you are looking for speed specifically, it's a 1000w, and the temp setting I believe cycles on and off so it doesn't overshoot the setting. Both these flow things up a little. It probably is slightly slower, then the pour is slow too because of the little spout.. HOWEVER, I find the convenience of the accurate temp control trumps a slightly slower boil time, because its ready when you are. But if you are not specifically wanting the skinney spout for pour over coffee, or using for those tiny tea pots, get the regular spout. . I never timed it, but it's 1000w, while many are 1500 watts.. The fastest I've seen just for heating water is to buy an induction burner and a separate pot. If you are looking for speed specifically, it's a 1000w, and the temp setting I believe cycles on and off so it doesn't overshoot the setting. Both these flow things up a little. It probably is slightly slower, then the pour is slow too because of the little spout.. HOWEVER, I find the convenience of the accurate temp control trumps a slightly slower boil time, because its ready when you are. But if you are not specifically wanting the... » Read More I never timed it, but it's 1000w, while many are 1500 watts.. The fastest I've seen just for heating water is to buy an induction burner and a separate pot. If you are looking for speed specifically, it's a 1000w, and the temp setting I believe cycles on and off so it doesn't overshoot the setting. Both these flow things up a little. It probably is slightly slower, then the pour is slow too because of the little spout.. HOWEVER, I find the convenience of the accurate temp control trumps a slightly slower boil time, because its ready when you are. But if you are not specifically wanting the skinney spout for pour over coffee, or using for those tiny tea pots, get the regular spout. . « Show Less
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Hi Devon,The "tab" that is the on/off. When you place the pot on the base, you simply push the lever down. It automatically releases when the water has come up to temp. You can also raise the tab should you decide you want to stop the process of the water. As in brewing herbal tea I usually don't allow the water to come to a full boil. I am very happy with this unit. I have had other ones having lived in Europe, where this is a kitchen staple.
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In my experience there is no wait. As soon as one cup is complete you can start the next cup. I've only used the automatic one touch feature.There's never been a time the the water wasn't hot or any other "wait" issue I can think of.
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Setting the time was easy, be sure the brew sett time is not what you're trying to set, I initially made that mistake. Like my old daddy use to say, if you don't get the first time read the instructions. Goodluck.
244883
We use the timer so that coffee is ready in the morning and have to hit the top left button two times to set it for delay, are you hitting the delay in brewing timer?
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No, the tea basket is either up or down. However, it is easy to set the water temperature that you desire, and also adjust the steeping time in 30-second increments.
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My main complaint is that the settings knob doesn't tell you what the actual temp is. When steeping tea, different ones have different temp needs so you shouldn't be guessing. I put a small sticker on various spots around the knob with the degrees I will get at that setting. I had to use a thermometer to do this. Once I did that, the problem was solved. Another small issue is that there is no sound when it's heated to temp, just a click when the power lever turns off, but since it heats up so fast, you are usually close by when it happens. Occasionally, I don't hear it and forget that I was waiting.
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No, you need to boil the water on the stove, let it cool for 4 minutes and then pour it into the tea maker.
559853
It takes a good 10 min to brew 6 cups, it's very loud and when u think its done.... It's not still has to brew more.Not happy with this one. Had one prior to this (same model) yrs ago was fast quiet perfect...these newly made ones not great!
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Are you sure you have it set for the correct temperature for the type of tea? Once the water is boiled & you lower the infuser section with the loose tea into the water, mine has always been perfect once steeped for the appropriate amount of time (5-7 minutes usually).
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I don't use my coffeemaker but I would suggest reading the user manual for instructions on setting the clock and delay timer.
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The coffee maker does not beep after it's brewed the coffee. It just sits there and waits for you to drink what the timer activated. But I'd suggest not setting the time to brew the coffee an hour before you're going to get up or it will be cool by the time you do plan to drink it!
600591
Do you brew the tea into a carafe filled with ice? If not the advantage would be that by the time the tea is done brewing its already chilled and ready to drink. Also, you can store the leftover tea in the container in the fridge. I suppose you could do that with the coffee carafe too, but I guess that means no coffee until that's done. :) Long story short: if that system is working for you I guess you don't "need" this brewer, BUT I am still loving mine for its convenience and simplicity.
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The question is- why would you want to. If you are into tea at this level, loose leaf, controlled brewing, etc, you should be boiling water to make tea properly. Cuisinart makes a great electric kettle that is programmable to the temps of various teas. There are others as well. Microwaving water for tea is for people who don't "get" tea.