The description mentions that it comes with a 2qt pitcher, but it doesn't mention actually how much tea/coffee it makes. Does it make 2qt? Or less?
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Whatever the marking is in the side of the pitcher is what it makes. Mine is in storage till the weather warms so I definitively can't answer. I make 2 to 3 batches and pour the contents in 2 other containers. I've used 2 other systems for making iced coffee. This is by far the easiest way and makes the most of your preferred liquid.
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I measured the contents of the carafe. Although it is marked 8 "cups", the volume is about 40 oz., which means about 5 oz. per "cup". The cup is probably intended to be a standard coffee cup which comes with a plate set - not the common coffee mug which most people use which is about 12 oz. That being said, the Yama makes about 4 standard coffee mugs per pot. I think you'd have to make at least a half pot (2 mugs full) for good results as not all of the water goes up into the top... any less might not provide enough water in the top to actually do the brewing of the grounds. I measured the contents of the carafe. Although it is marked 8 "cups", the volume is about 40 oz., which means about 5 oz. per "cup". The cup is probably intended to be a standard coffee cup which comes with a plate set - not the common coffee mug which most people use which is about 12 oz. That being said, the Yama makes about 4 standard coffee mugs per pot. I think you'd have to make at least a half pot (2 mugs full) for good results as not all of the water goes up into the top... any less might not provide enough water in the top to actually do the brewing of the... » Read More I measured the contents of the carafe. Although it is marked 8 "cups", the volume is about 40 oz., which means about 5 oz. per "cup". The cup is probably intended to be a standard coffee cup which comes with a plate set - not the common coffee mug which most people use which is about 12 oz. That being said, the Yama makes about 4 standard coffee mugs per pot. I think you'd have to make at least a half pot (2 mugs full) for good results as not all of the water goes up into the top... any less might not provide enough water in the top to actually do the brewing of the grounds. « Show Less
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That depends on the kind of tea you are using and the potency you are looking for. I've used this to make a 1.5 liter size pitcher of sun tea and I've also used it to make a 18 ounce size of hot tea. You will have to experiment a bit to find your flavor level. Since it is big, you have more room to "play". Sorry I couldn't give you a more direct answer, hope this helps
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First of all this is a 2 quart pitcher, not 64 ounces, or 1 gallon. I had a problem with this when I ordered it. I ended up getting two of these because I can put in the door of my refrigerator. A gallon wouldn't have fit anywhere in my frig. It has a mesh insert which screws into the lid, which is where you put the tea. I use the Twinings English Classic cold brew tea bags. You could also use loose leaf tea. it works very well, the only issue I have is cleaning it. You have to take the clear rubber rings(gaskets) out of the lid and the part that screws onto the pitcher itself. They tend to get moldy very easily. I use three bags, cold water, and let it sit for about an hour. It makes really good tea. First of all this is a 2 quart pitcher, not 64 ounces, or 1 gallon. I had a problem with this when I ordered it. I ended up getting two of these because I can put in the door of my refrigerator. A gallon wouldn't have fit anywhere in my frig. It has a mesh insert which screws into the lid, which is where you put the tea. I use the Twinings English Classic cold brew tea bags. You could also use loose leaf tea. it works very well, the only issue I have is cleaning it. You have to take the clear rubber rings(gaskets) out of the lid and the part that screws onto the pitcher itself. They tend to... » Read More First of all this is a 2 quart pitcher, not 64 ounces, or 1 gallon. I had a problem with this when I ordered it. I ended up getting two of these because I can put in the door of my refrigerator. A gallon wouldn't have fit anywhere in my frig. It has a mesh insert which screws into the lid, which is where you put the tea. I use the Twinings English Classic cold brew tea bags. You could also use loose leaf tea. it works very well, the only issue I have is cleaning it. You have to take the clear rubber rings(gaskets) out of the lid and the part that screws onto the pitcher itself. They tend to get moldy very easily. I use three bags, cold water, and let it sit for about an hour. It makes really good tea. « Show Less
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It heats the water itself. After the brewing is done I like to drop the tea bags into the pitcher and let it steep for another 1/2 hour because I like my tea in the strong side. I use 5 family size bags per pitcher. I don't add ice as instructed. I just fill with water to the top then keep in fridge.
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a) You may have to adjust the amount of tea in the top to make the tea to your liking. b) When you add water to the first line and pour it in the brewer, then add ice up to the first line, it won't overfill the pitcher when it's brewed.
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Bill - It can hold up to 5 teaspoons - but I do not think that is enough to really flavor a full pitcher of tea. It is designed for a single cup (including a large mug / travel mug).
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Yes, Carol. The TeaMaker heats the water to boiling (about 210) - then it enters the brewing chamber where the tea is and after the set time, dispenses into the carafe. It makes very good black and herbal tea. Recommendation for Green Tea is less than boiling (170-180) so to my tastes, this is a drawback.
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Hi Eileen, You can brew your tea in this pot and pour it into your iced tea pitcher for iced tea. Hope that helps! Teavana 32 oz Perfectea Maker
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It really only makes one cup at a time. I suppose you could make two, small weak cups of coffee - but I prefer mine strong - so it just makes one cup.
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The pitcher has only the Teavana logo on it, and the box does not indicate place of manufacture either (only distributed by Teavana, Atlanta, GA). Sorry. I can only say that I had a similar pitcher that goes for $36, and when it was broken, I was glad to find this for under $10.
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Rachel Ray has both a 1 1/2 qt and a 2 quart tea kettle. If you received the smaller size but ordered the larger, you received the incorrect item. Usually amazon will supply you with a prepaid return label that you will not be charged for - the return policy depends upon which vendor you ordered from. I have had serious safety issues with this teapot as have others. RR teapots have been subject to safety recall in the past - this tea pot is manufactured by the same company that manufactured the recalled tea kettle in the past - just passing on information.
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I actually only use it for iced tea. I break open 1 regular tea bag and 1 spearmint tea bag and put it in a my k cup.. Which you can pick up a pack of 4 of the generic cups for $10.00 in the as seen on TV sections.. Anyway when you fill the pitcher with ice, I only have to run one kcup through and once fills the pitcher with the strength needed for a great pitcher of tea.
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Yes it is about a quart. You get a lot of coffee when you brew a large. It really is a nice little plastic pitcher.
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I Haven't noticed and I drink it every day. That may be the reason I haven't noticed! I let my tea steep for about 8-10 minutes which produces a strong cup, known as 'builders' tea' in the UK where anyone having work done in their home will offer tea to the builder!
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That's what we use it for. After writing the review, I called customer service and requested an exchange, hoping that this one was defective. I post a new review when I receive and try the new one. As it is, you can make tea. If you add a lot of cold creamer to your coffee, you may find that it is not hot enough.
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The tea is loose. I'm still trying different water tea ratio's and right now 1/3 cup tea to 60 ounces of water in my coffee maker works well. There's a lot of tea in each package so it will make several pots using the amounts that I do.