Walter The Coffee G.
Hamilton Beach 1.7-liter Variable Temp Kettle Model #41027R
This is a review of the Hamilton Beach 1.7 liter Variable Temperature electric kettle model #41027R. This kettle was purchased to replace an old but still functioning stove top kettle, it was purchased at Ollie's Bargain outlet for $9.99. The construction of this kettle is of a stainless steel interior with an attractive brushed black stainless steel exterior. It has a water window with water column markings and blue LED lights to help indicate the water level and a mesh water straining filter in the spout. The kettle itself is cord free, it sits on a corded base that has an integrated cord wrap. This kettle freature a 1500 watt heating element that will bring a full kettle of 1.7 liters or approximately 58 fluid ounces to a full boil in just under 5 minutes. This kettle also features boil dry protection that will shut down the heating element if no water is detected. The instruction manual states that this kettle has a 3-prong power cord however my example only has a 2-prong power cord.An lastly one of the main features of this kettle is it's ability to select a predetermined temperature and to hold it once that selected temperature is achieved. the predetermined temperatures are 160F, 175F, 180F, 190F, 200F, BOIL. On the handle there are four buttons an ON/OFF, Hold, + and -, with indicator lights to tell you what temperature you have selected whether the unit is ON or OFF and if the Hold function is activated. In use this kettle outperformed the Bodum Gooseneck kettle I reviewed in almost every aspect. Checking the accuracy of the temperatures I found them to be close enough within a degree or two to not be of a concern and the boil temp by my infrared temp gun measured 215F when the kettle shut off indicating it reached temp. The only drawbacks I encountered with this kettle is that when full it is heavy and the accuracy of the pouring spout is not well suited for pour over coffee although it will get the job done with patience and practice. In conclusion I found a well-constructed small kitchen appliance that is attractive and can multi task because of it's multiple temperature settings. I you are looking for a do everything kettle with multiple heat settings and a large water capacity, this Hamilton Beach kettle model #41027R comes highly recommend.