Hamilton Beach Iced Tea Maker Instructions

Modern iced tea makers save brew time over traditional methods.

Cold tea first appeared in American and English cookbooks in the early 1800s as punch and evolved into iced tea as refrigeration techniques were introduced in the United States by the mid 19th century. Iced tea recipes traditionally require boiling water, steeping and waiting for hours for the tea to be ready. Devices, such as the Hamilton Beach Iced Tea Maker, expedite the tea-making process, reducing the wait time and effort needed for a fresh brew.

Things You'll Need

• Hamilton Beach Iced Tea Maker
• 1 qt. cold water
• 6 to 10 regular tea bags or 2 to 4 tbsp. loose tea

Instructions

1. Add water to the brew tower to reach the "Max Fill" mark.

2. Add ice to the pitcher up to the "Max Fill Ice" line.

3. Select the preferred brew strength using the selector knob at the bottom of the brew basket.

4. Put the loose tea or tea bags into the brew basket between the spout of the pitcher and the mesh filter.

5. Put the lid on top of the pitcher.

6. Extend the brew tray and set the pitcher on the tray with the handle facing away from the brew tower.

7. Plug in the machine and press the "On" button.

8. Wait for the "On" light to shut off and for all tea to drain from the brew basket.

Tips & Warnings

• The manufacturer advises against using more or less than exactly 1 qt. of water.

• The "On" light will turn off when brewing is complete.

• Wait at least two minutes minutes for the brew tower to cool before brewing again.

• Avoid touching hot surfaces in the brew tower.

References

• What's Cooking America: History of Iced Tea and Sweet Tea
• Hamilton Beach: Use and Care-Coffeemakers

Resources

• Hamilton Beach: Use and Care