OXO Brew Adjustable Temperature electric pour-over kettle review

Electric kettle reviews / / October 13, 2020
OXO Brew Adjustable Temperature electric pour-over kettle review
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The kettle not only heats water to the desired temperature between 170 and 212°F, it also holds the temperature for up to 30 minutes. The handle and body are perfectly balanced for effortless pouring. It even times the pour-over process for more better-tasting results. No more trips to the kitchen, as this kettle’s silicone base let’s you place it without fear of ruining table surfaces. The OXO Brew Adjustable Temperature electric pour-over kettle is a mediocre gooseneck kettle that offers continuous temperature settings, temperature holding, and a simplistic design. Essential for perfectly prepared pour-over coffee, this precise-pouring kettle is designed with a gooseneck spout for exceptional control. Get details in OXO Brew Adjustable Temperature electric pour-over kettle review.

OXO Brew Adjustable Temperature electric pour-over kettle review
OXO Brew Adjustable Temperature electric pour-over kettle review

Features

OXO Brew Adjustable Temperature Pour-Over Kettle. 10.4″Wx8″Dx7.5″H

  • Brushed stainless steel kettle
  • Precision pour spout and counterbalanced handle
  • 1-liter capacity
  • LED kettle temperature display and hold indicator
  • Count up timer keeps track of brewing process
  • Memory function maintains last temperature setting
  • Single dial programs temperature from 170 to 212°F
  • Fahrenheit and Celsius functions
  • Hand wash; wipe base with damp cloth
  • Imported
  • Temperature selection: 104º – 212º F
  • Temperature holding: Yes
  • Automatic shutoff: No
  • Inside material: Steel
  • Lid attached or separate: Separate
  • Type of spout: Gooseneck
  • Min/ Max capacity: 1L (max only)
  • Water level indicator: “Maximum” marker

Pros & Cons

Pros:

This kettle strikes an impressive balance between a generous capacity and a compact footprint while also reaching brewing temperature remarkably quickly. Its display is clear and easy to read without having to slide the whole unit closer on the counter, and its beep is a handy cue for when water has reached the target temperature. Its large and satisfyingly resistant temperature control knob instills confidence in its build quality, and its appearance is pleasantly and unobtrusively modern. Lots of bang for the buck here.

Cons:

The base displays the current water temperature during its initial heat-up but subsequently displays only the targeted temperature, even though the actual temperature drifts down and back up. If the built-in timer is also running, the base displays only the time.

OXO Brew Adjustable Temperature electric pour-over kettle review

Design and build

1-Liter Kettle is made of naturally BPA-free stainless steel for durable, elegant kitchen-to-table appeal. Compact footprint saves space on countertops   Fast, efficient heating with 1500-watt power.

Dimensions11.4 x 6.3 x 8.07 inches
Item Weight1.13 pounds

Spout and base

Precise-pour gooseneck spout is elongated and features a curved opening for a steady flow. Cord-free Kettle is easily removed from the 360-degree swivel base.

Preset

The optional built-in timer can be used to track your pour-over process without the need for a separate tool, and the base features a handy temperature guide for popular types of tea and the best temperature to heat your water to for each other them.

Boil fast

Like most kettle in this review, the OXO reduces boiling time to a snap. This model will bring four cups of 57° F water to 201° F (the boiling temperature at our elevation) in just 4 min, 3 sec. That’s about average for the class.

How to use OXO Brew Adjustable Temperature electric pour-over kettle?

  1. Remove lid and fill Kettle with cold water. Replace lid securely on kettle.
  2. Place Kettle securely on base.
  3. Plug power cord into 110V/120V outlet.
  4. Press and hold the OXO button to enter temperature unit menu. Twist dial to choose between Fahrenheit (F) or Celsius (C). Press OXO button again to confirm selection.
  5. Press OXO button to enter temperature setting menu. Twist dial to choose desired water temperature between 104°F (40°C) and 212°F (100°C). Press OXO Button to confirm selection. Water will now be heated to your desired temperature and held for 30 minutes. To cancel at any time, press the OXO button during the boiling cycle.

How to boil in OXO Brew Adjustable Temperature electric pour-over kettle?

  1. Remove Kettle from base and remove the lid by lifting from the black knob. Fill Kettle to desired level of water. Do not fill beyond the max fill line.
  2. Press lid closed and position Kettle securely on base. Plug power cord into 110V/120V outlet.
    NOTE: Before plugging Kettle into wall outlet, ensure circuit is not overloaded with other appliances.
  3. During first use, press OXO button to enter temperature unit menu. Twist dial to choose between Fahrenheit (F) or Celsius (C). Press OXO button again to confirm selection.
  4. Press the OXO button to enter temperature setting menu. Twist dial to choose desired water temperature between 104°F (40°C) and 212°F (100°C). Press OXO Button to confirm selection. Water will now be heated to your desired temperature. The display will show the temperature of the water as it is being heated.
  5. Once the water reaches your selected temperature, the Kettle will beep and the “keep-warm” function begins automatically and will hold the water temperature steady for 30 minutes.
    NOTE: Boiling point depends on altitude; at higher elevations, water boils at lower temperatures. If you live above sea level, keep in mind you may not be able to reach 212°F/100°C
    WARNING: If Kettle is filled to the max line and you select 212°F/100°C while you live at high altitude, hot water may splash out of the spout when trying to reach temperature.
  6. To cancel at any time, press the OXO button. If you remove Kettle when you are heating up water, return the Kettle to the base within 60 seconds to continue the cycle, otherwise the boiling cycle will automatically be canceled.
    NOTE: To cancel keep warm at any time, press the OXO button. The Particulars of Boiling Water
  7. If you remove Kettle during the “keepwarm” period, return the Kettle to the base within 60 seconds to continue keeping the water at your selected temperature, otherwise the “keepwarm” function will automatically be canceled.
  8. When ready, lift Kettle from base and pour slowly to prevent water coming out of the lid. The handle and bottom of the Kettle are designed to stay cool after boiling to protect your hands, and the insulated bottom allows you to place the Kettle on any surface when you’re done pouring.
    NOTE: Unless canceled, water will be held at your selected temperature for 30 minutes in the “keep-warm” function. After 30 minutes, your Kettle will automatically turn off.
    CAUTION: Do not put empty Kettle back on base when in “keepwarm” mode. Be sure to turn Kettle off before returning empty Kettle to base. heating.

Descale

The ideal descaling cycle depends on water hardness. Descale the Kettle every 60 uses. Regular descaling can also increase the service life of the Kettle, allowing it to boil water faster with less energy.

  1. Fill Kettle with water to about 2/3 of the max line.
  2. Bring solution to a boil.
  3. Add descaling solution to fill Kettle to max line. (Descaling solution is available where household cleaning products are sold. We recommend using OXO On Descaling Solution, available at OXO.com and major retailers that sell OXO On products. Follow the recommended use for solution to water ratio.)
  4. Let sit for 15 minutes. Discard solution.
  5. Rinse Kettle with fresh water. Let dry thoroughly.

Cleaning

Any service or maintenance other than cleaning should be performed by an authorized
service representative. For more information, call OXO Customer Service at 1-800-545-4411.
Always unplug power cord from outlet and allow Kettle to cool completely before cleaning.

  1. Rinse out Kettle.
  2. Wipe the body of the Kettle with a damp cloth and dry completely with a soft dry cloth.
  3. Your Kettle must be descaled every 60 uses.

STORAGE
Unplug power cord from outlet and allow Kettle to cool completely before storing.
Follow cleaning instructions and store in an upright position. The cord wrap under
the Kettle base can be used for tidy cord storage. Do not store anything on top of
your Kettle. The Kettle may be stored on base when not in use.

OXO Brew Adjustable Temperature electric pour-over kettle customer review


Excellent temperature-controlled kettle for pour-over coffees and the like

I bought this kettle after reviewing several other similar electric variable temperature-controlled gooseneck kettles on the market (there are really only about 4 or 5 worth considering). My main purpose is to use it for daily pourover coffee brewing, in which both temperature control and precision pouring are important (but not necessary). It ended up replacing my other basic kitchen kettles (e.g. the big box store kind), and it has been an excellent daily driver.

Great points:
• Dial and button are very intuitive to use: turn the dial to temperature and push to start
• Keep-warm feature is no-fuss, switches automatically and keeps temperature even after you remove and replace the kettle without any additional button pressing
• Very quick to heat: 1L of filtered water from room temperature (22°C) to boil (100°C) took approximately 4:40; at more typical coffee brewing temperatures (90-95°C) the water will be heated somewhere between 4:00 and 4:30 – basically the same amount of time it will take to grind and set up your brewer for the morning. The speed of heating is due to the 1500W power draw, which is one of the highest for variable temperature kettles and comparable to many quick-boil devices. For comparison, you can calculate that a 1200W device will take about 6:00 to come to a boil from room temperature and a 1000W device will take about 7:15. Will those couple of minutes change your life? No, but you will encounter it every day and it does help if you’re the impatient sort like me.
• Built-in timer is easy to access and use, it counts up as a stopwatch would, perfectly suitable for timing your coffee pours – you won’t find any way to adjust it to a countdown or anything more fancy than that

Points of note:
• The capacity is pretty much exactly 1L as advertised. Measuring 1L from a beaker and pouring into the kettle will reach just at the bottom of the “Max” fill line. Since this is a gooseneck kettle, it is not really possible to over-fill above the line, since pouring water much above the line will result in spilling over the top of the kettle spout and any water bubbling as it boils will likely cause boiling water to spill out (this is not a design flaw, as every gooseneck kettle will have this issue due to the physics at work).
• The power draw at 1500W is not generally a problem if you have a proper household wiring system. Older houses with questionable circuits and less tolerant breakers will probably face some issues, particularly if this is plugged into the same outlet as, say, a microwave or a toaster oven operating at the same time. For most houses there shouldn’t be a problem.

This is an excellent device and is an improvement over other manufacturers’ designs. It also conforms to OXO’s industrial design sensibilities and is a decent looking addition to your countertop if you are into the classic brushed stainless steel look. Of course, the appearance is subjective, but the design is timeless with the simple dial and read-out without additional buttons. Definitely recommend.

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