- 2-1/2-quart iced-tea maker works with loose or bagged tea
- Water window in reservoir; adjustable brew strength; permanent filter
- Simple on/off button with power indicator light; auto shut-off for safety
- Dishwasher-safe pitcher, pitcher lid, and brew basket
- Measures 11 by 10 by 13-1/2 inches; 1-year limited warranty
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Coffee drinkers have their automatic brewers, why shouldn't tea drinkers? Ideal for family gatherings or summer picnics, this versatile machine brews up 2-1/2 quarts of iced tea quickly and easily. Simply pour water into the water reservoir and add the desired amount of tea to the removable brew basket--five to seven bags of tea or 2 to 3 tablespoons of loose tea work well when brewing a full pitcher; sugar, lemon, and other flavorings can also be added to the brew basket for customized results. Then fill the pitcher with ice cubes to the ice-level marking and insert into the machine, close the top lid, and push the "on" button. The water heats up and steeps the tea in the brew basket, then hot tea drips down into the pitcher of ice. At the end of the brewing cycle, the machine shuts off automatically for safety and peace of mind. Other highlights include a power indicator light, a water window in the reservoir for accurate filling, an adjustable brew strength, and a permanent filter for use with loose tea. The pitcher provides a lid, a generous handle, and a nondrip pouring spout for graceful serving, and the pitcher, pitcher lid, and brew basket clean up easily by hand or in the dishwasher. The iced-tea maker measures 11 by 10 by 13-1/2 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.
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Dishwasher safe glass pitcher. Rotating brew head. 2-1/2-Quart capacity. Steeping control. Auto shut-off. Water window. On/off indicator light. Removable brew basket.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best Quick Iced Tea Maker on the Market,
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This review is from: Oster BVST-TM20 2-1/2-Quart Iced-Tea Maker, White (Kitchen)
I honestly do not understand all of the negative reviews for this iced tea maker. My family has tried many and this has been the best. I love the fact that I do not have to use just the pitcher that came with the unit. Sure, they do not mention that in the manual or anything, but you really can line up any pitcher under this thing to receive the tea. True, the glass pitcher that comes with it does seem thin and fragile. However, I do not use it so it is not a concern for me. I wasn't planning on using it when I bought it. I use a completely different shaped, BPA-free pitcher that holds 4 quarts. I fill the tea maker with the required amount of water, lay in the tea bags, and set the strength. I then fill my pitcher with cold water to the required level, add sugar, lime and lemon juice, then press the button. I have tea about 6 to 8 minutes later. I've never had the problem with the machine starting to brew the moment I plug it in.
So - to sum things up: stop locking yourself in with having to use the manufacturer's pitcher (or having to replace it when it breaks, cracks or leaks like I've seen happen so many times with the Mr. Coffee machines). This machine gives you that freedom and it just works - and works well. Not to mention the parts are dishwasher safe. The tea tastes great.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
great tea,
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This review is from: Oster BVST-TM20 2-1/2-Quart Iced-Tea Maker, White (Kitchen)
Iced tea made easy. Wish capacity was greater. Glass pitcher has not been a problem - it isn't as fragile as you might think. Tea stains light colored lid.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful Ice Tea Maker,
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This review is from: Oster BVST-TM20 2-1/2-Quart Iced-Tea Maker, White (Kitchen)
I got this ice tea maker for my mom for Christmas when her 15 year old Mr. Coffee ice tea maker started to break down. We've used it consistently since then and have had no problems, with bags or loose leaf tea. It's quick and we love the brew strength adjuster, since we usually make two batches of tea, black and green. The only problem I had was the amount of time it took to ship. I ordered it before the end of October and it didn't arrive till the week of Christmas. We really enjoy this ice tea maker though and would definitely recommend it.
Update: This ice tea maker still works great two years after we originally bought it. I was apprehensive after seeing all the other reviews showing it gave out quickly, but ours still works fine, making sometimes up to six batches of ice tea a week. The only thing I can think of that we may be doing differently is that we make sure to get as much water out of the maker asap after making a batch. This model doesn't evaporate excess water very well at all, and since the water reservoir is right above the on/off switch, I'd rather be safe than sorry.
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