What to know first
- Built around tea: presets match common tea types to specific target temperatures.
- Includes a metal infuser basket and an internal steep timer for loose-leaf brewing.
- Compact size makes it easier to park on a counter than many multi-function brewers.
- No display. You’re relying on illuminated buttons and beeps to follow the process.
- Max recommended capacity is 8 cups (40 ounces), so it’s not for big groups.
What the Mr. Coffee Tea Maker and Kettle is
Mr. Coffee Tea Maker and Kettle is an electric kettle that’s designed to do more than boil water. It has dedicated modes for brewing different types of tea at different temperatures, and it adds a steep timer so you can track how long your tea sits once the water is ready.
Physically, it’s a two-piece setup: a flat power base and a glass kettle that sits on top. The kettle is sized for a maximum recommended capacity of 8 cups (40 ounces), which is plenty for a few mugs but not a party-sized batch.
It also comes with a metal infuser basket for loose-leaf tea. That matters because it turns the kettle into a more complete tea station. You are not just heating water and hunting for a separate infuser or strainer.
Why it stands out
The standout feature is the tea-specific temperature presets. Instead of “on” and “off,” you get dedicated buttons for boiling (212 degrees Fahrenheit) and for tea types with lower targets: Black and Herbal (205 F), Oolong (195 F), White (185 F), and Green (175 F). In daily use, that’s the difference between guessing and getting a consistent starting point for the same tea you drink every day.
The steep timer is the other big deal. Tea is fussy in a way coffee usually isn’t. A minute too long can turn a cup bitter or overly tannic. Having timing built into the appliance means you can keep the whole process in one place instead of juggling a phone timer while you’re trying to get out the door.
It’s also compact for what it does. The unit is about 10.1 inches tall, 6.8 inches wide, and 7.8 inches deep, which is easier to live with than many countertop brewers that need more space and more parts.
What it is like to own
The workflow is straightforward: fill the glass kettle with water, choose a tea mode (or boil), and let it heat. When it reaches the target temperature, it signals you with a beep and flashing lights. That’s your cue to add tea leaves to the infuser basket and start steeping.
This is not a hands-off tea robot. You add the tea leaves by hand and you remove the basket yourself when you’re done steeping. If you like being involved in the process, that’s fine. If you want the machine to manage steeping end-to-end, you’ll want a more automated tea maker.
The interface is button-based with illuminated indicators, not a screen. The buttons glow or flash blue when active, and the Stop/Off button lights red when heating is engaged. The upside is simplicity and fewer things to interpret. The downside is that it can be harder to tell exactly where you are in the process at a glance compared with a kettle that shows temperature and timer status on a display.
What to know before you buy
First, capacity. The maximum recommended fill is 40 ounces. That’s a practical limit if you regularly make multiple large mugs back-to-back or want to fill a big French press and still have water left for a second round.
Second, don’t confuse presets with perfect precision. The kettle offers specific target temperatures for tea styles, but the practical goal here is making it easier to get in the right range consistently, not turning your kitchen into a lab. If you care about fine-grained temperature control and clear readouts, you’ll be happier with a variable-temperature kettle with a display.
Third, the controls take a little getting used to because there’s no display. You’ll be listening for beeps and watching button lights. If you want a more obvious, always-visible status indicator, this design can feel a bit opaque.
The specs that matter
Great for a couple of mugs or a small teapot. If you routinely need more hot water at once, you’ll be refilling and reheating more often.
Different teas taste better when you avoid boiling-hot water. Presets make it easier to repeat the same results without guessing.
You can still use it like a normal kettle for instant coffee, oatmeal, or when you do want fully boiling water.
Steep time is half the battle with tea. Having the timer in the same appliance reduces the chances you forget and over-steep.
If you brew loose leaf, you do not need a separate infuser. It also nudges you toward better tea without adding extra gear.
It’s easier to keep on the counter full-time, which matters because tea appliances that get stored tend not to get used.
Who this product fits
You drink green tea every morning and it keeps turning bitter
Use the Green preset (175 F) instead of boiling water, then rely on the built-in steep timer so you pull the leaves when you mean to. It’s a simple way to make your daily cup more consistent.
You want to get into loose-leaf tea without buying a full tea machine
The included metal infuser basket and tea presets cover the basics. You still do the hands-on part (adding and removing leaves), but the kettle handles the temperature targeting and timing support.
You have limited counter space but want more than a basic kettle
This model is compact for a tea-capable appliance. You get tea modes and a timer without committing to a larger brewer footprint.
Your household switches between black tea at night and boiling water for ramen
Pick the Black/Herbal preset (205 F) when you’re brewing tea, then use the 212 F boil setting when you just need hot water. It’s one appliance that covers both routines.
What else to compare
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Mr. Coffee Tea Maker and Kettle FAQ
Is the Mr. Coffee Tea Maker and Kettle a regular electric kettle?
Yes, it can boil water to 212 F like a standard electric kettle. The difference is that it also includes tea-specific temperature presets, a steep timer, and a loose-leaf infuser basket.
What temperatures does the Mr. Coffee Tea Maker and Kettle use for tea?
It has presets for Black and Herbal at 205 F, Oolong at 195 F, White at 185 F, and Green at 175 F. There’s also a boil setting at 212 F.
How much water can the Mr. Coffee Tea Maker and Kettle hold?
The maximum recommended capacity is 8 cups, or 40 ounces. That’s enough for a few servings, but it’s smaller than many 1.7-liter class kettles.
Does it have a display that shows temperature?
No. It uses buttons with illuminated indicators and audible beeps to communicate what it’s doing, rather than showing temperature and status on a screen.
Is it fully automatic for loose-leaf tea?
No. It includes a metal infuser basket and helps with temperature and timing, but you still add tea leaves and remove the basket yourself.
Should you buy the Mr. Coffee Tea Maker and Kettle?
Buy the Mr. Coffee Tea Maker and Kettle if tea is a real part of your day and you want the kettle to help you brew, not just heat water. The tea presets (down to 175 F for green tea) and the built-in steep timer are the features that change your routine and make results easier to repeat.
Skip it if you mainly want a straightforward electric kettle with a clear display and a more obvious status readout, or if you need a bigger capacity. This one makes the most sense when you’ll actually use the tea-maker side regularly, because that’s what you’re paying for.