Iced coffee season is nearly here, and with it, we are on the hunt for an iced coffee machine that will stand the test of time (and heat). Anna Kendrick has provided a recommendation, and it's a crowd-favorite brand.
The Pitch Perfect and A Simple Favor star has revealed that the best iced coffee maker (in her opinion) is the Keurig K-Brew + Chill machine (available at Keurig). It markets itself as 'the first coffee maker to make iced coffee just as cold as a coffee shop.' Needless to say, we are intrigued.
'I start my morning with a coffee,' Anna told The Strategist. 'Over the last few years, I’ve found myself more and more of an iced coffee girl. Usually, I’d have to run out to get it, especially if I wanted something flavored or interesting. I got this, and it’s so much easier to just make it in my own kitchen. Honestly, any excuse to stay at home is great for me. I really appreciate being able to have my mocha frappe straight out of my kitchen.'
Using QuickChill Technology, this compact coffee maker creates cold beverages that rival ones you would order from a cafe.
Equipped with innovative QuickChill and MultiSteam Technologies, The K-Brew + Chill creates cold coffees in three minutes or less, making it a highly efficient machine. For the bold coffee lovers, the Strong Brew option is a great pick for both hot and iced drinks. Additionally, the brewer comes with an extra-large, removable 70 ounce water reservoir and brews in six, eight, 10, and 12 ounce cup sizes.
We love the compact size and sleek silhouette, which looks handsome on a countertop and is great for small kitchens.
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If you want to make excellent iced coffee this spring and summer, you don't need to just stick to Anna Kendrick's recommendation (though, there is no denying that it's a fantastic place to start).
Here are the top picks from Homes & Gardens' Kitchen Editor, Lydia Hayman. Our list of inexpensive coffee makers is also a failsafe place to look if you are hoping for a budget-friendly buy. Plus, what's iced coffee without the dream vessel to enjoy it from? We've picked some beautiful glasses that look just as good as your coffee tastes. It's the season, after all...
This automatic machine has a menu of 52 different coffees, including cold brew and iced coffee. It comes with a cold foam carafe, so you can make iced lattes at the touch of a button.
These glasses are inspired by the tactile, natural interiors at Soho Roc House, overlooking the sea in Greece. Each piece has subtle variations in tone and finish, meaning they're all individual. They're made for highballs, but we think they're just as perfect for an iced coffee this summer.
This glass is a statement addition to any dining set. Its textured design knows how to spark a conversation, especially when enjoying iced coffee with friends.
Six brewing modes, a 12-oz capacity, and special over ice concentrate makes this the best drip iced coffee maker on the market. It's tricky to clean, but that's all we can fault.
Add some pattern to your shelves for spring with this bold, striped tumbler, which is as beautiful as it is practical. Fill with ice and top with your favorite espresso for a quick caffeine boost.
Ribbed glassware is all the rage right now. This collection from Wayfair is BPA-free and dishwasher-safe for an effortless clean-up once you've enjoyed your coffee.
