For the perfect cup of tea, not just any cup of hot water will do. Because the exact temperature of your water can impact the quality of the beverage­ – boiling water can actually scorch some delicate teas – the Hamilton Beach Variable Temperature Kettle has six integrated one-touch temperature settings. Each corresponds to the ideal temperature for a variety of teas, plus French Press coffee. This handsome 1.7-liter copper-colored kettle is faster than preparing water in a microwave and safer than the stovetop, thanks to boil-dry protection and automatic shut off. Other smart features, like a keep warm setting, cord-free serving, LED-lit water window and built-in mesh filter, make it easy to fill, serve and clean. Six Temperature Settings: Both novice and daily tea drinkers will appreciate the kettle’s six settings, which bring water up to the perfect temperatures to make green, white, oolong, black and delicate herbal teas as well as French press coffee and hot cocoa. A Keep Warm setting will keep your water heated for 30 minutes. Speedy Results Meets Peace of Mind: The Hamilton Beach Variable Temperature Kettle can boil up to 1.7 liters of water quicker than a microwave can do the job. Built-in safety features like automatic shut off and boil-dry protection make it safer than boiling a kettle on the stovetop. Large Water Window: Easily see how full the kettle is through the large water window while soft blue LED lights illuminate the interior. Cord Wrap: Keep countertops free and clear of cords thanks to the convenient cord wrap underneath the base. Cord-Free Serving: Bring the kettle from its base to tabletop for easy serving when hot water is needed. Easy-Open Lid: The one-touch lid features a smooth opening action, making it a snap to fill the kettle. Faster than a microwave, safer than a stovetop kettle 6 temperature settings Heats water precisely for different teas, French press coffee & hot cocoa 30 minute keep warm option Water window illuminated by blue LEDs Automatic shutoff Cord-free serving Built-in mesh filter Included: 1 Instruction Manual(s) Features: Automatic Shut Off Wattage (watts): 100w Measurements: 11.75 Height/Inches Weight (lb.): 1 Lb Base Material: 100% Stainless Steel Care: Keep In A Dry Location Country of Origin: Imported