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HomeCraft HCIT3BS 3-Quart Black Stainless Steel Café' Iced Tea And Coffee Brewing System, 12 Cups, Strength Selector & Infuser Chamber, Perfect For Lattes, Lemonade, Flavored Water, Large Pitcher Review

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Revainrating 4 out of 5  
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Details

BrandHomecraft
Capacity3 Quarts
ColorBlack
Special FeatureRemovable Filter Basket, Shower Head
Coffee Maker TypeCoffee Infuser

Description of HomeCraft HCIT3BS 3-Quart Black Stainless Steel Café' Iced Tea And Coffee Brewing System, 12 Cups, Strength Selector & Infuser Chamber, Perfect For Lattes, Lemonade, Flavored Water, Large Pitcher

Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted. ULTIMATE BREWING: Enjoy smooth, delicious drinks at home Brews the best iced coffees, iced lattes, iced tea, lemonade, flavored water & more. 3-QUART CAPACITY: Large pitcher holds up to 12 cups and has a large handle for easy lifting and pouring. Includes a three-position lid that turns for free pouring, pouring with ice guard or closed. BLACK STAINLESS DESIGN: The black stainless steel gives it an elegant look making it a good fit for any kitchen. FILTER BASKET & SHOWER HEAD: The removable filter basket works with fresh ground coffee, tea bags and loose leaf teas, while the shower head is designed for complete saturation and optimal flavor extraction. STRENGTH SELECTOR DIAL: Choose your desired flavor strength using the strength selector dial - ranging from mild (left) to strong (right). FLAVOR ENHANCER: Add lemon, herbs and other sweeteners to the flavor extraction chamber to further enhance the flavors. AUTO SHUT OFF: When the brewing is done the unit is programmed to automatically shut off. SIMPLE OPERATION: Avoid having to deal with a complicated control panel - there is only one push-button to power on. TIDY STORAGE: Convenient cord storage in bottom of unit

Reviews

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Revainrating 4 out of 5

Great maker: my feedback

I was super excited to get this as I have been tired of waiting for sun brewed tea. Overall the product is great and easy to use. I would have given 5 stars but the lid was warped so it did not close properly. Maybe poor design. However, A couple runs with a weight on top and it’s not longer a problem.

Pros
  • I like how compact on the counter it is and the ease in making tea. Would buy again.
Cons
  • The coffee brewing feature is not very effective and cannot produce a strong enough coffee

Revainrating 3 out of 5

flimsy pitcher not worth the price

This works like the most popular brand does. The flavor is so-so, but the strength is fine. I am using a white and green teabag blend that is usually a delicious cup of tea or iced tea. after two uses, it does not empty the Reservoir. Also, once the tea is made you have to hold onto the lid to pour it; the lid comes off way too easily.and the pitcher is extremely flimsy. tried to contact the manufacturer to see if this is BPA free with no ability to do so.It is an attractive machine but to me…

Pros
  • Nice Tea Maker, needs not to be so tall. Love the tea thermostat. No guessing!!!
Cons
  • The product does not brew coffee or tea that is hot enough

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Quiet and fast on my review.

I grew up making tea on the stove and then pouring it over ice. With this tea maker, it takes all of five minutes to get your machine filled with water, and the teabags in the teabag dispenser and ice and the court container. The tea is ready to be served in about another five minutes very easy no cleaning of mess. I highly recommend this product.

Pros
  • Iced Tea Machines
Cons
  • The product can produce bitter coffee or tea if not properly brewed

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Thanks for keeping it a surprise, Santa

Looks like what I purchased, but took close to two weeks to arrive and not in the normal Ebay box. If you’re looking to get this quickly or keep it a surprise upon delivery, the. Look for a different ice tea maker.

Pros
  • Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted
Cons
  • The pitcher can be difficult to pour from, causing spills

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Worked great for 2 months

After Mr Coffee quit making my 3 qt tea maker thought I would try this one. Initially it was great. After 2 months of daily use it has all but quit working. It only works if I fill the water up past the full line and will sometimes immediately stop or someti

Pros
  • SIMPLE OPERATION: Avoid having to deal with a complicated control panel - there is only one push-button to power on
Cons
  • The strength selector can be difficult to read and use

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Love it so easy in my review

My tea Mr. Coffee tea brewer finally gave up. Until now couldn't find another with adjustable strength. That's a big plus. Worth what I paid for it

Pros
  • Giving as a Christmas gift.
Cons
  • The product is not very durable and can break down easily

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Not a bad ice tea maker!

I waited so I could use it until I made my review. I am happy to say I have made 4 pitchers of delicious iced tea with zero problems of any kind. It’s true, as others have pointed out, that the tea maker isn’t super high quality as far as its construction goes, it’s cheap plastic but it works and I am not unhappy with the purchase so far. The tea tastes excellent, it makes tea super quickly, I have used teabags and even added a little iced tea mix from Lipton that I poured right over the tea…

Pros
  • The water window ensures that you always have the perfect amount of water in the appliance
Cons
  • The product can take up to 10 minutes to brew, causing delays

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Double brewed tea capable, poor lid design.

Got this to replace my very well used Mr. Coffee 3 Qt iced tea machine, that lasted about 4 years and over 600 brews and they don't make it anymore. This has one advantage over that older design, the brewing basket doesn't cover the reservoir, so you can refill the water without having to move around the basket. This makes it ideal for double brewing to get a stronger tea. The downside to this model is the flimsy plastic lid. The heat from the steam causes it to warp and not lay flat. I have to

Pros
  • We use for Tea and love it.
Cons
  • The product can be quite noisy when in use

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Great tea! for my opinion

I like that this is made more like a coffee maker. It makes it easier to add more tea bags or herbs. I wish the pitcher was made of a thicker plastic. I feel that if it dropped, it might crack. I also wish that the base of the unit was smaller, to fit the pitcher snuggly. Once there is liquid in the pitcher, it's not a problem. We've made black tea and herbal tea so far. The tea is fantastic!

Pros
  • NOT,stainless stee; as advertised inEbay
Cons
  • The product takes a lot of time to heat up, causing delays in brewing

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Sometimes doesnt brew all the water

We sometimes have to hit the brew button twice as it finishes brewing and turns itself off but did not finish brewing all the water that was added. The only complaint that I have. Otherwise it works great.

Pros
  • had a large capacity pitcher
Cons
  • The product is not very energy-efficient and can increase electricity bills

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Easy to use, makes great iced tea.

We live in Florida so we drink iced tea all year long. For years I had a Nespresso iced tea maker that had a glass pitcher. I broke 3 of them and replaced them at a cost of $43 each. When the 4th one broke I decided to look for a new iced tea maker and found this one. It cost less than replacing the glass pitcher and it works just the same so nothing new to get used to. I use 3 Luzianne large size iced tea bags (decaf) which I also get on Ebay, just put them in the brew basket, fill the tank…

Pros
  • it is a little slow and is easy to use.
Cons
  • The pitcher handle is not very comfortable and can slip easily