does the infuser hold medium ground coffee? would it leak? is the plastic safe to be in 190F water for 15minutes?
1637255
I am unsure if it could hold ground coffee. I have never brewed a pot of coffee. As for the second question, I think that the plastic should continue to be safe at 190F for 15 minutes.
1637256
If it was a course grind it *might* be OK. Also I use it to heat the water pretty hot. Not sure on the temp but the plastic holds up well.
966174
The mesh of the infuser is very fine. It prevented debris of the loose tea from getting into the cup. There were still some very very fine particles that escaped that were like the texture/size of cinnamon but I do not think any infuser can prevent that.
490407
I have used mine for Hot chocolate and it kept it hot for longer than a regular cup. Try putting HOT tap water in it for about 2 minutes before you put the Coffee in and it should do the same.
1818321
I like the cup. Cup is not insulated. The sleeve is. It won't burn your fingers but it won't coffee keep your coffee warm for more than about 30 min.
622300
I wouldn't. This plastic stains easily and will retain a coffee/tea odor and color. It is a GREAT water bottle. But I'd look for something else to carry other types of liquids in.
164230
The reason the capacity is smaller than expected is that, with the infuser is in place, the liquid tends to boil over. So it is best not to fill it too full and let it simmer without boiling over. After removing the infuser, the pouring is quite easy, without dripping.
913055
This infuser actually floats to the top of my mug. You should not have any trouble. I use a tall mug myself and I do not have any problems.
1907311
The cup would hold hot beverages just fine, but copper is a great conductor of both cold and heat. I just put some HOT water in a mug and within 30 seconds the cup as well as the handle became too hot to hold. If you were to wear an oven mitt while drinking your hot tea or coffee you should be just fine, but for bare handed use I would not advise it!
221613
The infuser is much smaller than a cup so I don't see the point of transporting it with the tea. The lid does screw in a little, but I not sure it's leakproof.
365711
Yes -- appears to be leaking from the bottom of the machine. Tried using it in "real-time" (made coffee immediately after adding water instead of using programmable mode) and still have the issue.
1750787
Not sure. Have you considered alternatives? The quality of coffee really decreases after holding for 30min. I suggest brewing no more than you can drink in 30min. If you need to hold warm for 30min, i would brew into any glass pot and immediately transfer to an airpot. Airpots can be cheap.
2124854
Yup, works great. I had my last one for a couple of years and it continued to work. But at the price, I try to replace it every year as it's plastic and coffee acids accumulate on plastic. It drips when you fill it, but it's only water. However, it's REALLY fast and makes fine coffee.
2097322
No, the lip that holds in on the cup edge would prevent that. I do think it would be plenty to keep heat from escaping too much while the tea steeps.Edit: actually, I think I have to take this back. if you don't flip it upside down, but just rest in on top, it does fit snuggly in the infuser. but... there will still be room around the edges of the infuser and your mug. I wouldn't call this a downside of the infuser. This one is my favorite.
1613372
It works fine for my coffee. I have had no problem with my 20 ounce model dripping.
900208
I am not sure that pouring very hot (e.g. boiling) water in it is a very good idea. It's not insulated, so it would get very hot to hold, plus I'm not sure whether the plastic would emit any chemicals due to hot water or not. I put relatively warm water in it with no troubles, but it's only about 100F or so.
129827
Even if the top plastic insert seemingly has minimal contact with the coffee, the boiling heat and steam may make the plastic release toxins down into the coffee.I have a Bodum without that plastic insert. They can be found.
867271
I don't have the mug so I am not sure what you are referring to. All I could say for now without further info: The lid fits the pot quite well with or without the infuser. It is smooth so you would have to hold the lid while pouring; though if you don't and the lid drops and shatters the company is quick to send you a replacement under ridiculously good warranty -got more stories.