Bodum The de Chine 34-Ounce Glass Teapot

Broke on opening

I received this pot yesterday. I unpacked it and started to wash it in cool water. The pot cracked sideways at the handle while I was holding it. Sending it back. Way,way,way too fragile.

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Pretty but hard to clean and fragile

I have 2 of these teapots and have used them for several years. BOTH have cracked infusers. The second was a gift because my friend thought the teapot was so nice, but in the end that one's infuser cracked too. Neither were handled roughly, the glass is just very thin and fragile. Perhaps we are just too uncivilized to own a glass teapot, but that isn't the only problem with this one. In addition, many types of tea get stuck in the slits in the infuser. It can be very difficult to get the little pieces out and because the glass is so fragile so you have to be very careful when you clean it. I do think the teapot looks very nice and we still use ours sans strainer from time to time (with a metal strainer or bags) but I can't recommend anyone buy this because of the 2 serious flaws. If you are very careful and very patient and don't mind cleaning your teapot all the time, then maybe this will work for you, but in the end the problems with the strainer just ruined it for us.

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Teapot

This is my third one of these pots. I'm not sure what causes the cracks over time but this one beats the rest. I already have a crack in the lid.

Tea bags seem to brew better if you leave the insert out and just fish the bags out later.

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Nice looking pot, but way too fragile

The first pot was broken when i opened the box. I did not think anything of it, as accidents happen during shipping. So i returned it and got another one(super fast, A+ for amazon returns department). We used it for several days and were really liking it, other than it can be hard to clean depending on the size of the tea you are brewing, as the slits can get clogged. Then one day i was washing the strainer and it tipped over and shattered. I did not drop it on the floor, it simply tipped over while drying and broke. I had a feeling this would happen, because as soon as we took it out of the box i was thinking how fragile the pot looked. This would be a good pot if the glass was thicker, but as it is it is way too thin, both the pot and the strainer. I would look elsewhere for a thicker pot if you need a glass one.

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great teapot

Been using this for over a year and it has not cracked, stained, or otherwise been damaged. Cleaning the infuser is about as much work as cleaning a tea ball (it's also dishwasher safe). Mine has yet to break, probably because I'm _aware_ it's glass and handle it carefully. Teas brew nicely in it, you have to hold the lid on when you pour, and it doesn't retain smells like other teapots of mine have. Worth the money - just don't be an idiot and use it for a frisbee!

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Bodum New Kenya 27-Ounce Coffee Press, Black
Price : $33.50 $22.50
Features :

New Kenya coffee press uses the preferred plunger method
Heat-resistant, borosilicate glass beaker with curved plastic frame
Stainless-steel 3-piece filter system; no paper filter needed
Frame protects table from heat; all parts are dishwasher-safe
27-ounce capacity makes 2 mugs or 6 after-dinner cups of coffee

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Great Coffee!

Great Coffee, that's what you get with a French Press and this model is no exception. Works like it's supposed to and is really easy to break down and clean. To help clear up how many cups this model makes, I drink my coffee black and with a full press I can get just about 3 standard sized coffee mugs. If you like milk in your coffee I don't see why you shouldn't be able to stretch it out to 4 cups.

All in all, this is a great unit and I would recommend this to anyone that's in the market for a French Press that can provide anywhere from 2-4 cups in one brew.

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Works Well

Great product. Own three Bodum french presses and this works as well as the others.

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GREAT TASTING COFFEE...POOR INSULATION

WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS VERY SIMPLE TO USE (READ THE INSTRUCTIONS, YO!)I MAKES YOUR COFFEE COLD VERY FAST. SINCE YOU HAVE TO ADD HOT WATER TO THE PRODUCT, LETTING IT SIT WHILE YOU FINISH YOUR FIRST CUP OF COFFEE MAKES IT ABOUT ROOM TEMP PLUS 10 DEGREES. PLUSES...EASY TO CLEAN, DURABLE, NEAT DESIGN.

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Easy to use, makes great coffee!

Excellent coffee press. It's easy to use, easy to clean (is dishwasher safe). Some coffee grinds do come through the screen if you grind the coffee too fine, so you may not want to drink the last drop! Definitely recommend to coffee lovers!

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Delicious coffee made easy

I received the Bodum New Kenya 27 oz. coffee press for my birthday, and have not used my coffee maker since. The French press method of brewing is notorious for a more flavorful cup of coffee because it captures more of the oils from the coffee bean, and this particular press does a great job of producing a tasty cup of java. The exterior housing is made of plastic, but the glass carafe and components (lid, plunger, filter) are the same as other Bodum models. One of my best friends has a Bodum coffee press (different model) and commented that he really liked the styling. That's all well and good, but does it make good coffee? Oh yes... yes it does. I would recommend this press to anyone, and will probably purchase one as a gift.

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LaCafetiere Optima 12 Cup Coffee Press, Chrome
Price : $36.00 $36.00
Features :

Classic styling
Traditional coffee press
Chrome finish
Safe to use in the dishwasher
12 Cup capacity

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This classic coffee press makes a perfect cup of coffee every time. Chrome plated with heat resistant glass beaker and a stainless steel plunger. 12 cup capacity.

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I love the size and quality of this french press!

It makes enough coffee to fill my Stanley thermos and have a large mug for the drive to work. (they just opened a Starbucks on thge way and it's soooo easy to drop $5 a day)
**PLUS....the only plastic is the handle and ball on top. Thank you La Cafetiere design team for that! Every fp I've seen from Walmarts' to $70 Bodums' had plastic in contact with the coffee.
This cost me $37 shipped and would have easily been $50 in the store....if I could have found it. A shout out to everyone involved in getting this french press to me. I just love the internets!

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Kevin Nyberg Cadillac, Michigan

I purchase this item for Christmas and have found it produced very good coffee. It is a bit more time consuming and cleanup is a bit messy but the coffee is worth the effort. I like the fact that you can get a good flavor without the hassle of buying filters to run the coffee through. It is user friendly and easy to set up. I found that you really didn't need the amount of coffee the instructions ask for to produce a good flavor. I used about the same amount of coffee grounds that I put in my automatic coffee maker to produce a good cup of coffee. The only drawback that I can see is you have to drink the coffee shortly after making it as it cools rather quickly without a heating element.

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I love this

Very well made, makes a lot of coffee and is much less expensive then Bodum. So glad I went with this.

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Krups 12 Cup Coffee Maker - Black
Price : $48.99
Features :

Krups FME2-14 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker with Glass Carafe, Black
ROWENTA/KRUPS

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Featuring an appealing and distinctive design combined with a powerful, fully programmable brewing system, this Krups coffee maker results in optimal coffee flavor. The 60 ounce water tank has a magnified water level indicator for high visibility. A built-in water filtration system removes chlorine and lime scale. Operating on 1100 watts for fast, efficient brewing, this unit features a 12 cup glass carafe with sleek easy-pour ergonomic handle and no-drip spout.

The filter holder swings out with a soft ejection motion. An adjustable time heating plate can be set from one to five hours, and an aroma switch fully extracts flavor from small quantities of coffee. A pause and serve feature allows interruption anytime during the brew cycle to remove the carafe, and an electronic descaling indicator measures brew time and calculates when descaling is necessary. A bright blue illuminated LED control panel allows for high visibility and ease of use, and an audible signal lets you know when brewing is complete.

Electronic descaling indicator
Programming timer/auto on sets the start time each day
Easy-pour 12 cup glass carafe with no-drip spout
Ergonomic handle design
Pause-to-serve feature
Aroma switch
High visibility blue-illuminated LED control panel for ease of use
Audible signal when done brewing
Adjustable time heating plate from 1 to 5 hours
Magnified water level indicator for high visibility
Built-in water filtration system to remove chlorine and lime scale
Soft eject filter holder

Manufacturer:Krups
Model:FME2-BLACK
Color:Black
Material:Plastic housing;glass jar
Size / Capacity:12 cup
Width:10 1/2 inches
Depth:8 1/2 inches
Height:13 3/4
Volts / Watts:1100 watts
Programmable:Yes

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West Bend 57040 4 Cup Electric French Press, Black
Price : $59.99 $24.99
Features :

Brews 4 cups of coffee or tea
Excellent brewing temperature control
Start switch and automatic shut off
Cord free carafe
Stainless steel plunger and filter

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For those coffee and tea drinkers who want the freshest beverage possible this unit brews 4 cups of rich, full flavored coffee or tea. You have excellent control of the brewing temperature along with a start switch and automatic shutoff. The plunger has a stainless steel filter.

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Great coffee in record time

I wanted the French press taste w/o having to heat a kettle of water. This thing is so easy to use! It makes about 2 big cups of very strong coffee - think of it as two cups of near expresso - which I love because I like my coffee strong. My husband wishes it made more at one time, but it's perfect for me.

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Great coffee-portable, easy to use

I purchased this product for my sweetheart, an avid drinker of good coffee. The West Bend Electric French Press was perfect for her work, where heating (filtered) water was problematic. This product sufficiently heats the water to the necessary temperature and quickly produces a carafe that, after four minutes of steeping time, produces a top shelf cup of smooth coffee.

I also found the price to quite a bargain given the comparison to standard French Presses and the required extra preparation equipment needed. I'd have no problem paying a bit more for this, now that I've used it and see it's worth.

We took this device with us on a romantic get-away, along with a filtered-water pitcher and supply of fresh, course ground coffee, (both necessary for great coffee from a French Press), and enjoyed our mugs of java without having to leave the room.

Of course, no coffee maker can make a good cup of coffee with bad water or stale or ADC grind coffee, as I suspect to be the case in the few negative reports I've read about this item. I would also emphasize the clearly marked MAXIMUM fill line on the carafe being critical as filling above that mark may lead to grounds finding their way above the plunger screen and into your cup.

A competent operator is the best suggestion for consistent, quality operation of the West Bend Electric French Press and that's not included by the manufacturer.

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Westbend Automatic French press

This works just like it should. Water is done in about a minute. Just let your coffee brew for a few more minutes and press. The best tasting coffe comes the French press method.

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it works

after reviewing the item I have to agree that it works....
my only negative is that the coffee isn't HOT enought....
I'm thinking of going back to a perculator...

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Mr. Coffee is better. Really.

I purchased this item because I wanted a small coffee maker and am fussy about the taste of my coffee. I only have one large mug in the morning before work and then might make some decafe at the end of the day. I thought this would work nicely, or I hoped anyway. Making the coffee was simple enough as the instructions were straightforward -- open the hinged water cover, fill the top with the amount of water you want, add the grounds to the glass carafe, put the top/plunger filter assembly in pushed down all the way, place in the unit, hit the start button. You have to fit the carafe/lid in the holder just right so the water can come through. It doesn't take long before the water heats up and drips through into the carafe. Then remove the carafe and slowly move the plunger up and down three times to mix the grounds and water and then leave it in the up position to sit for 3 or 4 minutes, depending on how strong you want your brew. I noticed the plunger assembly doesn't seem to move up and down very smoothly and it's easy to spill the coffee, getting grinds on the lip of the carafe and even spilling out, which you then have to wipe off unless you like grounds in your coffee. After the allotted time, do a final press down and then pour.

I'm found the taste of the coffee very disappointing--muddy and the full taste of the beans did not come through and the water not as hot as I'd like after all that plunging and waiting--but if you're a french press person, you probably won't mind. I use very good quality coffee with a fine grind and the coffee should have been better than this. If you are okay with ordinary tasting coffee, go ahead and buy this maker, although you'd do just as well with any cheap drip coffee maker with far less fuss.

Update: After one day of use, the Start button on the unit broke.

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Questions & Answers

Question : How do you brew coffee with a coffee press?
I have this portable coffee press, looks like a travel mug, but has the plunger and is meant to be a press too. Can I just throw some grounds in the bottom, add hot water, then press, to get a cup? Do I have to let the hot water sit and brew? Don't know how these work for coffee, as I've only used it for tea.

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Yes, you can use a coffee press in the exact way that you describe in the question. You need to add the amount of water that you traditionally use for a cup of coffee along with the amount of coffee that you use. Don’t heat the water too much or you can scald the coffee and lead to too much strength in the taste. You should mix the coffee and water in the bottom of the press, insert the top with the press in the “UP” position, and close according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Allow to brew for roughly 2-4 minutes, leaving it longer for stronger coffee. With a dark roasted coffee, you probably don’t want to wait more than a minute or two. You might have to experiment a few times between the amount of coffee/water used and the steeping time to find the right strength. When you are ready to drink the coffee, press down on the press and pour out the coffee. Make certain that you take out all of the coffee at one time, as whatever remains can strengthen somewhat in taste if you leave it steeping in the grounds for too long of a time. As this seems to be an individual portion-sized coffee press, you can drink the coffee in the standard time that it takes you to finish a cup, but any coffee left with the grounds can strengthen over time to the point of being bitter.

Question : I use a coffee press - should i stir the grounds before pressing down?
It is stated on the press to always stir the grounds prior to pressing down.However, people I trust have stated otherwise.Stirring the grounds could be a conspiracy by the coffee powers to somehow get consumers to buy more coffee. (assumption, stirring grounds reduces the amount of consumable coffee).

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That's really interesting. I've never used a coffee press, but have always been curious about them. I like loose leaf tea which utilizes a similar method to your coffee french press. I'm not sure how the coffee grounds react when hot water is poured in, but if they scatter and float around, I dont' think stirring makes much difference since each coffee ground particle gets exposed to water. Stirring would probably "increase" the amount of consumable coffee since the motion of the particles would release more oils and flavors...just my opinion.

Question : Does the Starbucks Sumatra blend work well in a coffee press?
I'm curious if the Sumatra blend is ground too fine for a coffee press. I am looking to purchase the Bodum Chambord coffee press.

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I would suggest buying it whole bean (un-ground) and buying a cheap bean grinder, that way you can control the grind, experiment. If you are buying it at a Starbucks, ask them to grind it for "drip" works fine in a press, you don't want an espresso grind.

Question : Does regular ground coffee work in coffee press? Is coarse ground coffee absolutely necessary for coffee press?
They say "use medium to coarse ground coffee" for coffee press but I was wondering if the regular ground coffee such as folgers would work as good for coffee press. If someone knows the answer and wouldn't mind sharing, I'd really appreciate it!

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The reason you are supposed to use coarse ground coffee is because the grinds are larger, making it so the coffee doesn't come through the mesh filter. If you use a finer grind such as auto drip will run the risk of drinking grounds. YUCK!

Question : Does a french coffee press make a great deal of difference in the taste, or I should say, ?30 dollars worth?
I'm thinking of getting one for Christmas, but I hesitate if it's just going to taste like another cup of coffee. Also, how many seconds do you count for the perfect grind size(home grinder) for said press?

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To me, a French Press is the best way to brew coffee. It is so much smoother, and the coffee never tastes burnt. Also, buying a French Press isn't exactly like buying a coffee maker....expensive ones don't really make that much of a difference. I bought one for $10 and it makes great coffee. Even though filters are not really expensive, you will never have to worry about buying them again! Plus, there is much less of a mess to worry about.I can't help you with how many seconds you need to hold the grind for, but do know that you are going to want to grind it as coarse as you can. Fine grounds will leave sediment in the coffee and you will have one nasty cup of coffee. Do not grind your coffee as long as you would for your pot you use now.

Question : how do you use a personal coffee press?
i purchased a stainless steel personal coffee press a fewyears ago and have recurrent issues that effect my use.number one...the filter on the end of the plunger often timesslides up forcing me to undo it and replunge andnumber two...about an ounce of liquid is trapped under the filter that seems to be just waste leavingme with net a less than complete cup of coffee.do all personal presses have these problems andhow is the best way to deal with them?

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http://www.videojug.com/film/how-to-make-cafetiere-coffeei've only made it a few times, and each time it tasted good. there might be a mechanical defect in your coffee press. The ounce of liquid remaining is usually discarded, since it is extra strong. Make sure the plunger is screwed on nice and tight.

Question : Where to find a Bodum French Coffee Press 12 cup glass insert?
Looking to find a glass insert for a 12 cup Bodum French Coffee Press?Where can I find one?

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I've seen spare carafes for sale at housewares stores. Also ask at coffee shops. You can also order them online from Bodum.

Question : Do French press coffee makers require different coffee grounds?
I'm thinking of getting my dad a french press, but am afraid he'll have to get all new coffee grounds since I read they require coarser grinds. Is that true? He has so many other coffee already ground up for his drip coffee maker. Thanks.

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Yes, finer grounds are BAD for a french press.The ones he has ground up for a drip maker will pass through the filter and make one nasty, sludgy cup of coffee. Also, finer grounds make it harder to push down on the plunger and create sediment that way, too.What type of French Press are you getting him? There is also a difference of grind in the type of filter of the press.Generally, all presses should be ground to about the size of sea salts, but a metal filter needs to be ground a bit coarser than a nylon filter.best of luck!

Question : How to make good French press coffee?
I love french press coffee but I've no idea how to make it.I bought a Bodum French press. How do I use it?Please bear in mind that I don't want to spend alot of money on equipment and expensive beans. And I also need to be able to buy the stuff easily. Like from my local Tescos.

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While you can brew anything in a French press, you won't get great coffee out of it without great beans. If you put nasty coffee in, you'll get nasty coffee out.What you need is coffee ground pretty coarsely. The instructions say to use the coarsest grind. I thought it worked better with the coffee ground to a percolator grind, but I'd suggest experimenting. Regular canned coffee for an automatic drip machine will not work. So you're going to have to buy whole-bean coffee and either grind it in the store or grind it with your grinder at home. You can get a cheap grinder for US$20 or less, but if you want a high-quality grinder expect to pay quite a bit more.Once you have your coarsely ground coffee, use the scoop to put coffee in the press (1 scoop per 4 oz of coffee - if you have a 16-oz press and want to fill it with coffee, that's 4 scoops). If you're picky about quality or just don't want it to cool too fast, pre-heat the press by pouring hot water in it. Then pour in water just off the boil, add the cover, and wait 4 minutes. Then press the plunger down and pour the coffee out. Let it cool (or not) and enjoy!

Question : How do you make the best cup of coffee with your french press????
We have a French Press Coffee Maker (it's small for just 2 cups), my husband got it as a present over ten years ago. I LOVE IT! However, lately, my coffee just doesn't seem to be as good as it use to. I buy organice coffee that I grind myself. I'm just looking for a better technique for a better coffee?? How do you store your coffee for the best flavor and freshness???Do you grind your own or is it pre-ground???Some people have told me not to boil my water, because it scalds the beans??? Is this true?How many beans is too much? (I normally spoon it 4 large spoons) How long do you let your coffee before you press it??I don't know if I forgot something or if it just the way I am making it these days, but my coffee seems too strong and lacking in flavor(which I thought I would never admit). Plus I can't find that ideal taste anymore. Sometimes I feel like it a sludge almost.I've tried less coffee but it's like water.Any suggestions???Thanks!I grind my beans on a weekly basis at the begining of the week, & store them in a sir tight ceramic containter in the fridge. Some people say to use the freezer, but I have been told that takes out the oils in the beans. I'm lost and needing guidence ...!That was subpose to be "air tight" container ... sorry.I rinse the coffee press daily and clean it on the weekends. I will try the vinegar idea with my kettle, that is a good thought.I use good water for my coffee, so I am content with that.

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Water quality makes a huge difference in the flavour of coffee.I'd suggest trying first to clean (or "descale") your kettle, or whatever you use to boil your water. Just fill it with regular white vinegar and bring to a boil. Discard vinegar (or save it to descale another appliance!) and rinse kettle with cold water. Fill with cold water and boil again. Repeat rinsing & boiling with fresh cold water 2 more times.You can do the same with your coffee maker to remove any kind of buildup in it.If that doesn't make a difference, try using different water, like filtered (ie: brita) or bottled.Next I'd try replacing the coffee maker's filter, maybe it's becoming a bit clogged? (although the vinegar process should clean out the filter too).If none of this works I'd try a different brand of coffee. It's possible that either your tastes have changed, or the producer is having a bad crop season, or maybe the quality of your brand has dropped.Honestly, there are so many possibilities, I think you just need to play around with all the variables until you find yourself with a fabulous cup of coffee again!

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