I just received this pot after the sudden death of my Farberware Superfast Electric percolator. I moved to a percolator about two years ago when I'd finally had it with the succession of drip makers I'd trashed after only months of working properly. Needless to say, I rediscovered the joy of perked coffee! Your parents/grandparents were right - there's nothing like it! Alas, the Farberware perc lasted less than two years of daily use until the heating element quit (very disappointed in Farberware.) Since the electric percs are pretty expensive relative to their apparent useful life, I decided to retrogress even further and go for a stovetop model this time. Yes, it's a little more work and patience on the stovetop perc. But oh, the coffee, and the unmatchable aroma that fills the kitchen every morning! This is the way to start a day.
I researched pretty extensively for a solid, well-made pot and I'm quite satisfied with this purchase. The pot is heavy duty and will likely last for years if minimal care is taken. I like the glass perc top (although I did buy the Fitz-all replacement top to have on hand, just in case.) It fits well and doesn't leak. I love the fact that there are no plastic parts at all. The outside of the pot is attractive and I actually like the chubby, squat style which fits perfectly on the small burner of my glass-top. The filter basket, cover, and pump are solid and well made. The wooden handle stays cool. Everything is lined up properly. I'm not sure what that one previous negative poster was on about - there is nothing wrong with the quality of the workmanship here. Yes, I would prefer that the pot was made in the U.S. but almost nothing is, these days.
I recommend this pot without reservation. If you buy one just be patient in learning the art. It's not hard and it's worth the trouble. Use water that's fresh and cold. Use enough coffee (preferably coarsely ground, but anything in a pinch) - a Tbs. per cup. I use 4 well rounded coffee scoops (each scoop is 2 Tbs) for the 8 cup mark. Turn your burner on high until you see the first perk (this can take up to ten minutes if you're starting with very cold water.) Then put your burner on low so that a steady perk is maintained but the coffee isn't boiling. I perk for 8 minutes for the 8 cup mark (rule of thumb 1 minute per cup - so 10 min for 10 cups, 12 min for 12, etc.) Like I said, it takes a little more time and if you're the type of person who wants a cup to their lips the minute they stagger out of bed, this type of system is not for you. I've found I can start the pot in the morning, take the dogs out (or take a quick shower) and return in time to turn the pot down. Then it's just a few minutes' wait for the best cup of coffee you'll ever taste.
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From the manufacturer
Rapid Brew 2-12 Cup Stainless Steel Percolator
- Constructed of sparkling, high-luster heavy gauge 18/8 stainless steel
- Traditional perking process allows exact brew strength control
- 2-12 cup capacity
- Features a glass cover knob, Permawood handle, & permanent cup markings
- Non-electric, perfect for camping
- 5.5 x 9.75 x 8.75 inch
Fluted Basket Coffee Filter
- Constructed of fine polyester mesh with plastic frames
- Fits most full size coffeemakers using fluted basket or cupcake style filters
- Micro-fine openings for optimum extraction, easy to fill and insert
- Never run out of (or buy) paper filters again
- Dishwasher safe
- 4.5 x 4.5 x 2 inch
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EXPRESSO MAKERSFor coffee with clean, robust flavor, add our espresso coffee maker to your collection. Made of food-safe aluminum, this stovetop accessory will provide long-lasting use. |
COFFEE AND TEA ACCESSORIESThe Tops brand serves as a resource for value-priced coffee and tea accessories |
PERCOLATORSPerfect percolators! Tops' percolators make fresh-perked coffee fast, easy and full of flavor. The perking process allows exact brew strength control, so it's a treat for coffee lovers everywhere. |
REPLACEMENT PARTSFor pot and pan covers, appliances, drawer and cabinet pulls, canisters, bread boxes, etc. |
Quality Coffee Brewing for over a half a Decade
TOPS has been a recognized brand in coffee and tea accessories for over 50 years. As a recent addition to the Fox Run family of brands, Tops will continue to meet the needs of the coffee and tea lover with a wide range of dependable products. The Tops brand has a niche product line, many of which are not carried by other coffee and tea brands, in particular the percolators.
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| Price | — | $29.99 | $25.99 | $31.99 | $34.99 | $29.00 |
| Delivery | — | Get it as soon as Monday, May 13 | Get it as soon as Sunday, May 12 | Get it as soon as Sunday, May 12 | Get it as soon as Sunday, May 12 | Get it as soon as Sunday, May 12 |
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| Sold By | — | MSGGroup | Mixpresso coffee | MEREZA US | Royal Kitchen | Amazon.com |
| capacity | 96 ounces | 8 cups | 8.0 cups, 5.0 cups | 50.7 ounces | 12 cups | 8 ounces |
| material | Plastic | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Plastic, Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Brass | Stainless Steel |
| input interface | touch screen | buttons | — | unknown | buttons | buttons |
| wattage | 800 watts | 800 watts | 0 watts | 1000 watts | 1000 watts | 1 watts |
| model name | Tops 55705 Rapid Brew Stovetop Coffee Percolator, Stainless Steel, 2-12 Cup | — | Percolator | Camping coffee pot | — | Primula Stovetop Coffee Percolator |
| weight | 1 pounds | — | 1.8 pounds | 1.73 pounds | — | — |
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It was a great Coffee pot until it wasn't. The knob has a tendency to loosen. Today while preparing my Coffee, I flipped the lid to open and the glass knob went flying.SighNow I'm on YouTube trying to make coffee with a frickin Coffee pot.
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