My favorite family heirloom: an old Zojirushi hot water dispenser better than any tea kettle
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TL;DR
- The Zojirushi water boiler heats water rapidly and keeps it hot all day, providing hot water at the push of a button.
- It is presented as a superior alternative to standard electric tea kettles due to its larger capacity and continuous heating capability.
- The device can be used for making coffee, instant noodles, tea, hot chocolate, and assisting in cooking tasks.
- It offers three temperature settings (175, 195, or 208°F) and takes about 15 minutes to reach 208°F.
- Maintenance involves a monthly handwash of the removable chamber and a built-in cleaning mode, which can also be done with citric acid or lemon juice.
- The boiler features a water level gauge and an LCD panel displaying the current water temperature.