Oster BCBG08-C 6-Cup Glass Jar 8-Speed Blender, Brushed Nickel

by Oster

Product Features

• Powerful 450 watt motor of ice crushing power with 8 speeds including pulse
• 6 Cup dishwasher safe and scratch resistant glass jar is thermal shock tested to withstand extreme temperature changes
• Oster All Metal Drive for lasting durability
• Removable filler cap for easy and convienent filling and measuring
• Stainless steel "Ice Crusher" blade for perfectly crushed ice every time

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.6 x 13.7 inches ; 7.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B003ZDNILC
• Item model number: BCBG08-C00-000
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (132 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #74 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #2 in Kitchen & Dining > Small Appliances > Blenders > Countertop Blenders

Product Description

Brought to you by the #1 Blender brand. A blender that's anything but basic.Your life isn't basic. Your blender shouldn't be either. With this Oster blender you don't have to sacrifice quality for simplicity. The large capacity, 6-cup glass jar is dishwasher safe and has been Thermal Shock tested so you can pull it out of a steamy dishwasher and safely make a frosty cold beverage right away. The stainless steel "ice crusher" blade does just that so you get smooth frozen drinks every time. And 8 speeds and 450 watts give you the power to perform for every usage occasion from frozen beverages to dips, from sauces to smoothies, from soup to nuts. Like most Oster Blenders, it is made in North America and backed by the superior quality of All Metal Drive. Because the two pieces that connect are metal (instead of plastic), you get a more durable and longer-lasting blender that will function flawlessly, party after party, year after year. The competition just can't compare. No matter the occasion, party for 15 or smoothie for two, blending is better with an Oster blender.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

162 of 165 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Put my Kitchen Aid to shame!, September 11, 2010

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zac thomas (Asheville, NC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Oster BCBG08-C 6-Cup Glass Jar 8-Speed Blender, Brushed Nickel (Kitchen)

It's sweet! Feels a bit cheap in the controls, plastic buttons but who cares. The jar, sharp blades, lid are all exactly like my parents Osterizer they got for their wedding in the 60's (which is still going strong). I make smoothie-whey protein shakes everyday (juices, yoghurt, apple sauce, whey protein, ice cubes, frozen strawberries-blackberries-blueberries, flax seed) all this stuff fills it to the top and the Oster made short work of it. Ten seconds or less. I think I kept it running longer just because I was used to my Kitchen Aid blender that I ran at multiple speeds plus pulse and still had chunks left over.
Anyway, it's cheap, it's basic, it works better than high dollar blenders. I blend daily, I'm totally happy. 'nuff said.

96 of 97 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Oarwe blender really works., September 7, 2010

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G. Speck (Connecticut) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Oster BCBG08-C 6-Cup Glass Jar 8-Speed Blender, Brushed Nickel (Kitchen)

Purchased this to replace a Procter Silex blender I just bought that does nothing. The Osster blender will take ice cubes and make it as fine as snow. Makes smoothies that are smooth. Bought this on Consumer Reports best buy rating, and it is great.

70 of 71 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I love it!, October 1, 2010

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N. Daniel - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Oster BCBG08-C 6-Cup Glass Jar 8-Speed Blender, Brushed Nickel (Kitchen)

This blender does all that Consumer Reports said it does. It crushed ice superbly and ha all the power one might want, the metal drive unit seems very sturdy, and it is a great all-round blender. CR said it wasn't as good at making icy drinks as others they tested, but the only problem I found was that the ice does not get completely blended in, especially if multiple cubes are added at once. I found it was less of a problem if each ice cube is added singly and blended well before adding the next one. However. when making just crushed ice, it will handle multiple ice cubes at a time (just be sure to use pulse mode and don't over-crush unless you want slush).

The user instructions suggest using the small clear plastic top for measuring, but it is not labeled with any lines or amounts. The glass pitcher is sturdy and has a wide pouring lip, and I like the side projections which prevent the bottom from loosening during blending. It is marked with 1-cup (and 250 ml) graduations; intermediate amounts can be guessed at, but if you want accurate intermediate measurements, you must use a measuring cup.

Overall it's a really good value for the price.