Did you have a metallic taste in the hot water?
1398873
We never use hot water from this dispenser. we use only cold water and cold water taste good.
1398874
I have not noticed a metallic taste in either the hot or the cold. However, I do not use bottled water. I bought a refillable jug with a replaceable filter inside, the jug sits on top & looks like a water cooler bottle. You just fill with tap water & it goes down through the filter before going through the water cooler. The only problem I have had is that I am not happy with how cold the cold side is . . .. it cools it off, but i don't consider it COLD.
1398875
For the first week or so I thought the water - hot or cold tasted "tinny" but since then it has been great.
1398876
My hot water feature neve worked. The handle was broken upon arrival . I Have never used this lemon.
1398877
Not at all. I have been using mine for a year and havent ran across that. I love mine.
1398878
I immediately sent it back because the weight of the item felt cheap and the bowl that held the water was made of plastic and it wasn't BPA free plastic. I don't want my family to get cancer.
1419867
It's not stainless steel on inside I can tell you that. Some kind of plastic I'm afraid. I have one of these and this aspect is the one thing I worry about rather. Do the high temperatures result in the plastic seeping carcinogens into the water? I'd love to know for sure this was not the case.
855476
There is a filter in the spout that is plastic. I have had this kettle about two weeks now and have not found that the plastic gives off a taste, which was a concern of mine. If I leave the hot water sitting in the kettle with the lid on and then open it, I can detect a slight odor, and I don't reheat that water to use again. Finding a kettle without any interior plastic has been a challenge, but overall I like this kettle.
608662
Perhaps that's what gives the product the bitter/metallic unpleasant taste. Greg has more specifics above.
1806412
I have not noticed a metallic taste. However I have not used it much because it doesn't fit into the cup holder in my car.
1649984
The inside of mine smelled pretty bad when I first got... I think se hot soapy water will do the trick.
833343
I think the directions said you had to run quite a bit of water when you first replace the filter. We did that and had no problems with the taste. Hope it gets better.
1032212
Yes, the metal gets very hot because the water is boiling. There is no need to touch the metal but one cannot use it near young children or anyone who cannot understand to refrain from touching the metal.
1204538
No metallic taste. the plunger screen does make a scraping sound (metal to metal), but I can not imagine that there is any measurable wear to the stainless or metal being deposited into the coffee. We have been real happy with this press. It is simple, easy to clean, well built and has no plastic. It won't break and has better thermal properties than our old glass beaker. Hope this helps.
1204542
We have had a Grunwerg coffee press for several months and I have not noticed a metallic taste to the coffee. The material seems like good quality stainless, so I would be surprised if such a thing were to occur. Of course, though, there is a metallic scratching sound while pushing the press down since there is metal to metal contact with the sidewalls of the carafe.
65600
yes, there is a metal flavor. This is true for drinking beverages out of most any stainless steel vessels. The taste an odor diminishes some over time. Especially after you use it and wash it out several times. I have other flasks from different manufacturers and the metal twinge taste is pretty much the same. If you are really sensitive to metal -go with glass.
631304
I have owned 2 of these and never noticed a metallic taste. I followed the instructions for cleaning it before the first use and use water filtered with a Brita filter to make coffee and tea. My experience with this appliance has been A+ - it boils water quickly, automatically shuts off and is easy to clean. I use it 3-4 times per day.
697205
I have read reviews from others that say they have noticed a metallic taste. I have had mine for several months, and have not noticed a problem with the taste.
1740645
It's a noticeable taste. You're going to know its not just plain salt. I'd say it has some sort of metallic taste to it but I can't put my finger on it exactly.
697207
I have not experienced this. However, my dispenser did develop rust around the seam on the bottom within a month of purchase. You may want to check for rust. ( I was issued a free replacement.) That might be what you're tasting.
1672727
I haven't noticed a metallic taste. I've had mine a few months and use daily, tropical tradition web page suggests: "Once your coffee finishes brewing, the flavor and quality begins to deteriorate. In the case of the French press, after it's brewed 3-5 minutes and the coffee grounds have been pushed down to the bottom of the glass vessel, we recommend that you transport the coffee into a thermos, or serve it immediately; if left in the press, the coffee will continue to brew and become bitter. In general, we recommend that you transfer coffee from any method of brewing into a stainless steel thermos or an insulated carafe to keep it hot for the next cup." I haven't noticed a metallic taste. I've had mine a few months and use daily, tropical tradition web page suggests: "Once your coffee finishes brewing, the flavor and quality begins to deteriorate. In the case of the French press, after it's brewed 3-5 minutes and the coffee grounds have been pushed down to the bottom of the glass vessel, we recommend that you transport the coffee into a thermos, or serve it immediately; if left in the press, the coffee will continue to brew and become bitter. In general, we recommend that you transfer coffee from any method of brewing into a stainless... » Read More I haven't noticed a metallic taste. I've had mine a few months and use daily, tropical tradition web page suggests: "Once your coffee finishes brewing, the flavor and quality begins to deteriorate. In the case of the French press, after it's brewed 3-5 minutes and the coffee grounds have been pushed down to the bottom of the glass vessel, we recommend that you transport the coffee into a thermos, or serve it immediately; if left in the press, the coffee will continue to brew and become bitter. In general, we recommend that you transfer coffee from any method of brewing into a stainless steel thermos or an insulated carafe to keep it hot for the next cup." « Show Less
1772811
My most recent order was 6-8 weeks ago; no metallic taste at all. Good & spicy hot sauce.