Boils Fast, Perfect Pouring SpoutRating:5 out of 5

Boils Fast, Perfect Pouring SpoutRating:5 out of 5 …

Jul 21st 09

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Comment posted Aroma AWK161 ClariTea 13/5Liter Electric Water Kettle and by T. Molander.

Boils Quick, Perfect Pouring Spout
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Best hot water kettle I have had in all the years (30+) I have been making tea and coffee (using a cone/filter over the mug). I’ve used stove-top, whistling, stainless steel, two different shapes of Le Crueset kettles, electric countertop, cheap, expensive, you name it. This kettle boils the water very quickly, the unit shuts itself off automatically on boil, AND, wonderfully enough, the pouring spout is a perfect shape – no drips, spurts, or flying water when I pour. Also, it’s kind of fun to see the water boil. The best kettle I’ve ever owned. I may go back to using a Chemex for coffee again. The quick boil and optimally-shapped spout would be perfect to make Chemex coffee. (Coffee made with water at 205 degrees F (boiling) is the best coffee).Aroma AWK-161 Clar-i-Tea 1-3/5-Liter Electric Water Kettle and Tea Brewer

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- Fantastic kettle for a range of uses….
  Rating:4 out of 5 stars
  This is a fantastic appliance. I needed something for work when my office relocated and did not bring along our nifty water filtering machine that provided fantastic hot H20.I was just looking for a stainless electric kettle much like the Hamilton Beach one used in my home but came across this one at Target. It is really excellent and I am pleased with it overall, very pleased.
  
  PROS:
  
  1. Heats water really rapidly, (and the clear glass makes it sort of fascinating to watch if you are really simple to entertain…..)
  
  2. The inside of the lid has a nice small hook for hanging tea bags or a tea filter spoon thingey, but the lid also has a nice filter screen in the spout so if you just want to throw in a hand full of tea leaves, they will stay in the pot when you pour your tea….no need for an extra strainer.
  
  3. The inside of the pot does not have any heat elements and is all smooth. Per the box, you can also use it to heat a bunch of food items such as quick noodles (which drove my co-worker wild at the thought she could cook those at her desk), oatmeal, baby formula, soup, other hot beverages, etc. Not sure I would want to clean all that up, but it is clear it will work for those purposes if you want to go there
  
  CONS:
  
  1. It is really kind of loud when it starts getting warm, but luckily that lasts only a few moments.
  
  2. No “keep warm” function…that would be nice, but probably would also increase the price. I agree with the other reviewer that you can just reheat things, but since this pot heats quickly, if you do that you will want to certainly keep your eye on it… or risk boiling the H out of whatever you are reheating.
  
  3. Does feel a bit…well, let’s say “non-durable” rather than flimsy. Highly functional piece and seems pretty well made, but not necessarily a rugged piece. I don’t know how well the on/off switch and lid might hold up over time if they are being used by folks who are kind of rough on things without thinking….
  
  4. As for the cleaning concern: the glass will clean up fine…may tend to cloud up with tea residue over time, but that is not a fault of the product…happens to any glass teamakder and you just have to clean that up; the lid and other parts seem to wipe up easily; the screen on the spout filter is very fine and may collect tea residue over time. On other items I have found this cleans up well enough with an ancient toothbrush and some detergent. I didn’t read this part through, but am 98% sure you cannot place this puppy in the dishwasher…the heat element is attached to the POT and sho nuf it says “Do Not Immerse”. So, hand washing seems to work fine. Would DESPISE to burn up some oatmeal in this and have to clean that out!!! But that would be a USER malfunction, ahem.
  
  All in all I reckon it is a excellent item, reasonably priced (would ahve loved to pay less, but then, I reckon that Target was only charging $39.99 for this when I bought it in December….) and I am glad I got it. I have been using it once or more daily for about a month. So far, so excellent. I don’t expect it to quit working, but then I am thoughtful about how I handle my appliances. If I was a “switch masher”, I might worry that it would stop working. I will update if it just cacks out and stops working prematurely (ie, well before the end of the warranty….)
- Works well
  Rating:4 out of 5 stars
  Someone I know online got the AWK-161 at Target and questioned me to post this review for her: It’s been so awesome, I must extol it’s awesomeness! Folks in the UK and Australia can make fun of me — I’m in the USA and kettles aren’t as well loved here apparently.
  All of my tests start with COLD water from my tap. I live in North Dakota, it is winter, and right now it’s -7F outside, so the water is plenty cold. Obviously if you place some hot water into the kettle, you’ll get a quicker boil (I recommend it!). So these times should be taken as absolute worst case scenario — your water heater is broken and all you get is cold .
  
  To boil the minimum amount of water my kettle allows (0.7L — a small more than my French Press takes): 3:23
  
  (coffee break time)
  
  Maximum water (1.7L): 8:04
  
  1.4L: 6:37
  
  Approximately 1.4L on the electric stove top in a copper bottom pot: 10:48
  
  Approximately 350ml (a huge mug I have from Disney World) in the microwave (probably about 700w cooking power): 5:30
  
  As a quick comparison, 1.7L of hot water out of the kitchen sink takes 4 minutes to boil in the electric kettle.
- Has a critical flaw
  Rating:1 out of 5 stars
  This is one of the few electric kettles I found with no plastic under the water line–although it does have a silicone gasket between the glass and metal parts. It boils quick and is reasonably simple to clean.
  BUT, it has a fatal flaw. The non-detachable mesh screen connected to the lid is not stainless steel. It visibly rusted within a week of purchasing the product. I called Aroma (the manufacturer) and they sent me a replacement, which started to visibly rust in 24 hours! This is not okay. Any metal in the product should be food grade stainless steel.
- start it twice
  Rating:3 out of 5 stars
  I like this tea kettle a lot, and would probably buy it again, aside from two small flaws.
  (1) Every time I turn the kettle on (by pushing the lever on the side “up”) it starts to heat and then nearly immediately shuts itself off. Start it again and it heats up fine. I have no thought why this is the case, but it’s very consistent.
  
  (2) I reckon the kettle is probably designed assuming you are going to fill with cold water, hang the tea ball and insert the lid, and then turn on the heat. I don’t place tea — loose or bags — into the water until after it has boiled. The hook on the lid is nice, but you have to be very careful about steam burns when you do this.
  
  I note the comment about the mesh screen rusting and I agree with that assessment. Also, white plastic is nice but possibly not the best choice when dealing with tea, since it stains.
  
  Overall I prefer my stainless steel Breville and a excellent tea pot.
- Fantastic Product
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  This was bought for my 91 year ancient mother. She drinks tea several times a day, and in her words, “Likes, likes, likes this teapot.” She has been looking for a glass teapot that she can watch brew her tea, usually bag type, and was very pleased to find this item.
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- T. Molander
  
  July 28th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Boils Quick, Perfect Pouring Spout
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  Best hot water kettle I have had in all the years (30+) I have been making tea and coffee (using a cone/filter over the mug). I’ve used stove-top, whistling, stainless steel, two different shapes of Le Crueset kettles, electric countertop, cheap, expensive, you name it. This kettle boils the water very quickly, the unit shuts itself off automatically on boil, AND, wonderfully enough, the pouring spout is a perfect shape – no drips, spurts, or flying water when I pour. Also, it’s kind of fun to see the water boil. The best kettle I’ve ever owned. I may go back to using a Chemex for coffee again. The quick boil and optimally-shapped spout would be perfect to make Chemex coffee. (Coffee made with water at 205 degrees F (boiling) is the best coffee).Aroma AWK-161 Clar-i-Tea 1-3/5-Liter Electric Water Kettle and Tea Brewer
- Georgia Teacup
  
  August 8th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Nice Water Kettle!
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  After searching high and low for just the right water kettle, I found this small beauty. As a mother and a woman who goes through a lot of teas (loose and bagged), who uses this device everyday and has owned it for a year now, I delight in using it as much as the first day I bought it. Here are my observations:
  
  1. It’s aesthetically pleasing. Being made mostly of glass, it’s nice to be able to see what is going on inside while heating, how full the pot is, and if it needs cleaning. The water has the least contact with metal or plastic than any other non-stovetop, electric models I’ve seen and does not impart any type of weird flavor that I’ve read about in other kettles.
  
  2. It attaches and detaches from its base as simple as picking it up and placing it down….very simple. Also, there is no specific placement required so it can swivel making it simpler to place the base in any position or to even go it around if needed.
  
  3. It’s simple to handle, not too large/heavy nor are the handles too hot to handle and are very sturdy.
  
  4. The unit heats up rather quickly and must have some kind of thermoregulation system as it roughly takes 5-7 minutes to heat up at the maximum fill line and about 2-3 minutes for the minimum line. Since I am often the only one drinking tea, it’s nice to know that I can adjust accordingly.
  
  5. The water stays warm for quite some time after turning off. But, you can always re-heat honestly quickly if needed.
  
  6. It’s convenient enough for my children #middle aged) to use on busy, cooler mornings. They can get their water going for hot cocoa and oatmeal all in one go.
  
  7. One pot is enough to fill 7 porcelain smaller cups and just barely 5 regular mugs.
  
  8. It’s very simple to clean and the mesh filter mentioned in other comments is not a problem for my unit. I have not noticed any rusting at all. I may have a later model as it is not intended to be outright removed, I can see tabs whereby the filter could be removed if desired so this is a non-issue to me.
  
  9. If I do utilize the included infuser, as another poster mentioned, I too typically add my `tea ball’ after the water has completed boiling, especially when making green teas to avoid imparting unnecessary `bitter’. But, the infuser included is a nice size, squeezes open and shut, and attaches and detaches easily and securely. It closes tightly sealing the loose tea well and preventing particulate matter from escaping. Also, when I do use the infuser, I have not noticed any staining on the plastic, but then again, I don’t I don’t use this method often and that may be why.
  
  10. It can be a bit noisy when the water starts to boil, but it is small lived and, really, I like to use it as a method to listen from a distance and know when my water is ready as it does not have a sounding alarm.
  
  I am not one to typically write a review, but this kettle has been such a nice help in my kitchen. I would recommend it to others.
- lindag
  
  August 23rd, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Tea Drinkers Must Have
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  If you are a tea drinker this kettle is a MUST! It saves on tea bags and a container of tea is readily available at all times. We have had ours for a year. Our daughter bought one and we have since given six as gifts. Fantastic Item!!
- JustSilk
  
  September 13th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Like It
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  I recently got my electric kettle and I like it. It heats quick!! I like the design, the top comes out simple and the kettle swivels around for convenience. Note: I only use it to heat water, I don’t use it make tea in it. I hope to review it once again after a year or two in use. It can make several cups at a time so it’s not a small item – if this what you are looking for, then it’s perfect.
- R. Socher
  
  October 5th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  rusted in a heartbeat
  Rating:1 out of 5 stars
  this kettle, while aesthetically pleasing, and heating properly, rusted within 1 week of buy. You’s reckon that a factory that’s making a product to be used with water makes sure they use stainless steel, but not Aroma…
  
  They went cheap, I got screwed up, and never again will I buy from their products.
  
  Amazon should reconsider distributing these rusty cans.
- Christine M. Bartos
  
  November 2nd, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Fantastic Product
  Rating:5 out of 5 stars
  This was bought for my 91 year ancient mother. She drinks tea several times a day, and in her words, “Likes, likes, likes this teapot.” She has been looking for a glass teapot that she can watch brew her tea, usually bag type, and was very pleased to find this item.
- D. Zahm
  
  November 27th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  start it twice
  Rating:3 out of 5 stars
  I like this tea kettle a lot, and would probably buy it again, aside from two small flaws.
  
  (1) Every time I turn the kettle on (by pushing the lever on the side “up”) it starts to heat and then nearly immediately shuts itself off. Start it again and it heats up fine. I have no thought why this is the case, but it’s very consistent.
  
  (2) I reckon the kettle is probably designed assuming you are going to fill with cold water, hang the tea ball and insert the lid, and then turn on the heat. I don’t place tea — loose or bags — into the water until after it has boiled. The hook on the lid is nice, but you have to be very careful about steam burns when you do this.
  
  I note the comment about the mesh screen rusting and I agree with that assessment. Also, white plastic is nice but possibly not the best choice when dealing with tea, since it stains.
  
  Overall I prefer my stainless steel Breville and a excellent tea pot.
- Charles M. Hannum
  
  November 28th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Has a critical flaw
  Rating:1 out of 5 stars
  This is one of the few electric kettles I found with no plastic under the water line–although it does have a silicone gasket between the glass and metal parts. It boils quick and is reasonably simple to clean.
  
  BUT, it has a fatal flaw. The non-detachable mesh screen connected to the lid is not stainless steel. It visibly rusted within a week of purchasing the product. I called Aroma (the manufacturer) and they sent me a replacement, which started to visibly rust in 24 hours! This is not okay. Any metal in the product should be food grade stainless steel.
- Dustin Bolton
  
  November 29th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Works well
  Rating:4 out of 5 stars
  Someone I know online got the AWK-161 at Target and questioned me to post this review for her: It’s been so awesome, I must extol it’s awesomeness! Folks in the UK and Australia can make fun of me — I’m in the USA and kettles aren’t as well loved here apparently.
  
  All of my tests start with COLD water from my tap. I live in North Dakota, it is winter, and right now it’s -7F outside, so the water is plenty cold. Obviously if you place some hot water into the kettle, you’ll get a quicker boil (I recommend it!). So these times should be taken as absolute worst case scenario — your water heater is broken and all you get is cold .
  
  To boil the minimum amount of water my kettle allows (0.7L — a small more than my French Press takes): 3:23
  
  (coffee break time)
  
  Maximum water (1.7L): 8:04
  
  1.4L: 6:37
  
  Approximately 1.4L on the electric stove top in a copper bottom pot: 10:48
  
  Approximately 350ml (a huge mug I have from Disney World) in the microwave (probably about 700w cooking power): 5:30
  
  As a quick comparison, 1.7L of hot water out of the kitchen sink takes 4 minutes to boil in the electric kettle.
- Luminosa
  
  December 26th, 2009 at 00:00
  
  Fantastic kettle for a range of uses….
  Rating:4 out of 5 stars
  This is a fantastic appliance. I needed something for work when my office relocated and did not bring along our nifty water filtering machine that provided fantastic hot H20.I was just looking for a stainless electric kettle much like the Hamilton Beach one used in my home but came across this one at Target. It is really excellent and I am pleased with it overall, very pleased.
  
  PROS:
  
  1. Heats water really rapidly, (and the clear glass makes it sort of fascinating to watch if you are really simple to entertain…..)
  
  2. The inside of the lid has a nice small hook for hanging tea bags or a tea filter spoon thingey, but the lid also has a nice filter screen in the spout so if you just want to throw in a hand full of tea leaves, they will stay in the pot when you pour your tea….no need for an extra strainer.
  
  3. The inside of the pot does not have any heat elements and is all smooth. Per the box, you can also use it to heat a bunch of food items such as quick noodles (which drove my co-worker wild at the thought she could cook those at her desk), oatmeal, baby formula, soup, other hot beverages, etc. Not sure I would want to clean all that up, but it is clear it will work for those purposes if you want to go there
  
  CONS:
  
  1. It is really kind of loud when it starts getting warm, but luckily that lasts only a few moments.
  
  2. No “keep warm” function…that would be nice, but probably would also increase the price. I agree with the other reviewer that you can just reheat things, but since this pot heats quickly, if you do that you will want to certainly keep your eye on it… or risk boiling the H out of whatever you are reheating.
  
  3. Does feel a bit…well, let’s say “non-durable” rather than flimsy. Highly functional piece and seems pretty well made, but not necessarily a rugged piece. I don’t know how well the on/off switch and lid might hold up over time if they are being used by folks who are kind of rough on things without thinking….
  
  4. As for the cleaning concern: the glass will clean up fine…may tend to cloud up with tea residue over time, but that is not a fault of the product…happens to any glass teamakder and you just have to clean that up; the lid and other parts seem to wipe up easily; the screen on the spout filter is very fine and may collect tea residue over time. On other items I have found this cleans up well enough with an ancient toothbrush and some detergent. I didn’t read this part through, but am 98% sure you cannot place this puppy in the dishwasher…the heat element is attached to the POT and sho nuf it says “Do Not Immerse”. So, hand washing seems to work fine. Would DESPISE to burn up some oatmeal in this and have to clean that out!!! But that would be a USER malfunction, ahem.
  
  All in all I reckon it is a excellent item, reasonably priced (would ahve loved to pay less, but then, I reckon that Target was only charging $39.99 for this when I bought it in December….) and I am glad I got it. I have been using it once or more daily for about a month. So far, so excellent. I don’t expect it to quit working, but then I am thoughtful about how I handle my appliances. If I was a “switch masher”, I might worry that it would stop working. I will update if it just cacks out and stops working prematurely (ie, well before the end of the warranty….)
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