1. Coffee Pot No Plastic Wrap

What does it actually mean when we talk about a BPA Free Coffee Maker?

12, 2017 Modern coffee makers are pretty energy efficient, but the biggest drawback that has a lot of consumers looking for alternatives is the large number of plastic components they use. In addition to plastic being a delicate material prone to breaking under the temperature extremes present in a coffee maker, when heated, plastics are known to release harmful chemicals that can find. BitElegant French Press Coffee & Tea Maker, 34 Oz, 8 Coffee Cup, 4 US Cup/Mug, 1 Liter, Luxury Heavy Duty Stainless Steel and Borosilicate Glass Plunger, Pot No-Plastic 4.4 out of 5 stars 206 $22.90 $ 22. Bunn VP 17-1 ss pour over coffee brewer is not cheap neither too expensive. So, if you want an automatic drip coffee maker which is built to last and with no plastic, I highly recommend this one to you. Behmor Brazen Plus temperature control coffee maker review. Behmor brazen plus is a feature rich, pour over type coffee maker. There are a lot.

One thing that I will not do is to talk about BPA itself and what it can cause because there are tons of websites out there that can answer you this questions way better than me, for example, this post from the Mayo Clinic.

In this post, I will focus on how BPA is used in coffee makers and also provide you a list with recommended coffee makers guaranteed to be BPA free and are therefore safe for your coffee enjoyments.

BPA In Coffee Machines - Are Plastic Coffee Makers Really Save?

Why is BPA used at all when there is such a controversy about its safety?

In short, Bisphenol A or BPA is needed to harden plastic.

In coffee makers, the inner parts like the water tank or the coffee filter basket are made of plastic. These parts are in direct contact with the end product: the coffee you drink.

A couple years ago the FDA announced some potential concerns about the health effects of Bisphenol A:

There is “some concern” about developmental and reproductive problems in infants and children exposed to BPA.

You see they specifically referred to infants and children which is worrying enough for all the Moms and Dads.

In the last years, there have been a lot of controversial discussions among the experts whether BPA is also dangerous for adults or not. The FDA has not, in any event, found any convincing evidence for Bisphenol A to be harmful to adults.

Still, many coffee manufacturers have started to produce BPA free coffee makers.

In my opinion, even when the FDA assures that BPA is not harmful I think it is better to be safe than sorry!

And there are still not so eco-friendly coffee makers out there so your decision to search for a BPA free coffee maker is a very smart move!

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​BPA Free Drip Coffee Makers

Hamilton Beach 46205 - Reliable And Free Of Bisphenol A

Features

• FAST, EASY FILLING. Rotating base lets you easily access the rear water reservoir with just a quick twist.
• PROGRAMMABLE CLOCK. Set it up the night before with the programmable clock and pour yourself a hot cup first thing in the morning.
• ADJUSTABLE BREWING OPTIONS. Choose from 1-4 cups, bold and regular.
• SWING-OUT BREW BASKET WITH RELEASE BUTTON. With the touch of a button, the brew basket releases from the front for easy filling of your favorite grounds.
• MESS-FREE SERVING. Automatic pause and serve lets you grab a cup during the brewing process without any overflow. Plus, the mess-free pouring spout and nonstick warming plate make for easy, clean serving.

The Hamilton Beach 46205 is a great and reliable drip coffee maker with a lot of extra features.

Programming is one of the features. You can prepare everything at night and wake up with freshly brewed coffee. Whether you want stronger or milder coffee is also an available option to choose from.

The inner parts are indeed made of plastic, but Hamilton Beach confirms that all parts in contact with the beans are 100% BPA free.

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Features

• Built-in grinder instantly transforms whole beans to fresh grounds
• Two ways to brew: grind whole beans or brew with traditional ground coffee
• Adjustable brew sizes up to 16 oz. for filling large coffee cups or travel mugs
• Dishwasher safe filter basket lifts out for easy cleaning
• Stainless steel, BPA-free, double-walled travel mug included

The Mr. Coffee Single Cup Coffee Maker is confirmed to be free of any BPA plastic.

Inside the Coffee Machine is a blade grinder so you can brew freshly ground coffee at any time. But if you got a package of ground coffee for your latest birthday, this is also possible.

Need a caffeine shot in the morning but are always in a rush? No time for coffee at the breakfast table?

Well, then the Mr. Coffee SCGB200 is the perfect coffee maker for you. Just place your 'To-Go' Coffee Mug under the brew dispenser and let it drip.

BPA Free Drip Coffee Makers With Grinder

Breville BDC650BSS - 100% BPA Free

Features

• 8 Strength Settings: Choose from 8 strength settings or choose Pre-Ground coffee option to brew coffee just the way you like it and bean hopper capacity is 1/2 pound of Coffee bean capacity with locking system for easy removal, storage and transfer
• Brewing Capacity: Single cup with variable size options or up to a 12-cup carafe. Dimensions:9'(W) X 14'(D) X 16 & ¼' (H). 1/2 lb. of Coffee bean capacity with locking system for easy removal, storage and transfer
• Removable drip tray for 7.5' height clearance to fit tall cups and travel mugs.if Carafe overflows:Always ensure the carafe is completely empty before brewing
• LCD Screen: Provides real time feedback on water level, grind size, strength selection, grinding time, brewing time, and selected settings
• Programmable Auto-Start: Automatically starts grinding and then brewing coffee at your selected time; Pre-brew Temperature Control: Delivers water at the ideal temperature from cold start

This massive Breville drip coffee maker with built in burr grinder is 100% BPA free.

This fact is really important because there are a lot of plastic parts inside this coffee machine. One of the parts I'm talking about is the 1/2 pound of bean hopper, that holds your coffee beans.

While it's been reported that the highest possibility of leaching BPA into food is when something is being heated, it's still calming to know that Breville's bean hopper is not leaching any Bisphenol A into your coffee beans.

Features

• 24-hour fully programmable coffeemaker with auto shutoff, brew-pause feature, and Grind off function
• Double-wall insulated stainless steel thermal carafe with comfort grip handle holds up to 12 cups of coffee
• Built-in automatic burr grinder and 8-ounce bean hopper holds a half pound of beans. Strength selector and grind control fine-tune intensity and volume
• Includes: Charcoal water filter and permanent gold tone filter that ensures only the freshest coffee flavor flows through. Measuring scoop. Instruction book
• Product Built to North American Electrical Standards.Please refer the set up/ troubleshooting details provided in the video under images section and the manual under product description field for the smooth usage of the product

I can confirm that all of the DGB-models of Cuisinart are BPA free coffee maker!

And since I have a more detailed post about this Cuisinart and other coffee makers with grinder, I don't think it's necessary to repeat myself here.

Plastic Free Coffee Maker And All-Metal Coffee Maker

If you are completely against plastic in coffee makers whether it’s the possible aftertaste or the health concern with BPA, there are some coffee makers out there that are 100% or almost 100% made without plastic.

Please be aware of the possibility that some parts that are not in contact with the water or coffee beans could still be made of plastic, like the handle.

I have looked around and think I have found a few excellent options for you to feel 100% safe with these BPA free coffee maker.

Bodum Columbia Stainless Steel Thermal French Press Coffee Maker

Features

• COFFEE PRESS: COLUMBIA coffee maker brews an excellent cup of coffee or tea within minutes, just add course ground coffee, hot water and press
• INSULATED: Thermal coffee maker is made of double-wall, stainless steel construction to keep beverages hot for two hours; leisurely enjoy your coffee without getting cold
• STAINLESS STEEL: 3-part stainless steel plunger has a mesh filter that helps extract your coffee's aromatic oils and subtle flavors instead of being absorbed by a paper filter. Material- Polyoxymethylene thermoplastic, Polypropylene plastic, Silicone, Stainless steel, Zinc
• DURABLE DESIGN: Coffee press features Bodum's patented safety lid to keep contents from spilling and is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning
• SERVINGS: This premium coffee press holds 31 ounces, enough for 8 cups of coffee or tea, 4 oz each

Most French Presses are made of glass. But some exterior parts and the plunger could be made of plastic. Often, those plastic parts are BPA free but if you want to avoid plastic alltogether, choose a stainless steel or ceramic french press.

The best BPA Free Stainless Steel French Press is in my opinion the Bodum Columbia Press Pot which you can check more detailed above.

In the list below I have added two more recommended Coffee Presses: one stainless steel from Secura and a ceramic Press from Le Creuset. I made sure that all parts, including the inner plungers and filters are all plastic free!

Presto 02811 12-Cup Stainless Steel Coffee Maker

Features

• Brews great-tasting coffee-rich, hot, and flavorful
• Makes 2 to 12 cups of coffee as fast as a cup a minute, then keeps it piping hot automatically
• Easy-pour spout and traditional design provide elegant coffee service anytime
• Luxurious stainless steel construction for easy cleaning and lasting beauty
• Made of durable stainless steel including the filter basket and perk tube; Signal light indicates when coffee is ready to serve

Percolators have gained more popularity in home kitchens again. Especially BPA free percolators, since most of them are made of stainless steel. The only plastic parts may be the seal or handle.

The P r esto 02811 is one of the most popular ones and I can surely recommend it. Although all parts that come in contact with water are plastic free, it is not 100% stainless steel. The perk well of the Presto 02811 is made of aluminum. Presto also confirmed, their Peroclator is 100% BPA free!

Moka Pots produce very strong, authentic coffee almost like espresso in just a few minutes.

Most of them are aluminum while some are made of stainless steel.

The Bialetti 6800 Moka Express 6-Cup Stovetop Espresso Maker is one of the most popular Moka Pots on the market. The unmistakeably octagon shaped pot is made of 100% BPA-free polished aluminum. Only the handle is made of plastic.

The famous hourglass shaped beaker is 100% made of glass.

It is a manual coffee maker and you need special Chemex filters. But without any plastic, it is definitely a 100% BPA free coffee maker.

I couldn’t resist adding this original Japanese ad for theHario V60!

Most of them are made of plastic, but there are some made of glass or ceramic as for example the Hario VDC-02W V60 Ceramic Coffee Dripper – a fancy name for a simple filter cone by the way.

They may not be as convenient as drip coffee makers because you have to pour the heated water manually over the grounds.

But since you can influence the heat of the water and the speed of the pour you will get an unbelievable good cup of coffee – guaranteed!

If you want to be on the safe side choose a BPA-free coffee maker or one of the plastic-free coffee makers above. Feel free to contact me if you are not sure about if your favorite coffee maker is BPA-free. I will do the work for you!

Tell me, do you know if you have a BPA free coffee maker? Please leave a comment below.

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This is a guest post by Irina’s husband (as I will forever be called). I’m glad she left her computer unattended for a few minutes!

A couple of months ago, our coffee maker broke. Irina doesn’t drink coffee anymore, so it fell on me to find a non-toxic coffee maker that would meet her criteria. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have let me buy it!

So, I set out to find a plastic-free coffee maker where the coffee would not touch anything plastic. After a great deal of research, I found just the thing – the Coffee Gator Hand Drip Coffee Maker. I read about it online, and realized that for the coffee to taste the best, it would have to be made with water of the perfect temperature (200 degrees F), so I also bought the Coffee Gator Pour Over Coffee Kettle, which is made from stainless steel, and comes with a temperature gauge on it, allowing you to make coffee that tastes great, and is non-toxic, too!

I was a little concerned that the Coffee Gator Pour Over Coffee Kettle was made in China, but Irina says that this is unfortunate, but it is nearly impossible to buy stainless steel kettles manufactured anywhere else (please read this post). She also says that the main reason to avoid China – lead – is not a concern here, because stainless steel cannot be contaminated with lead, so we’re fine here. She reviewed the purchase before I made it, and it met her criteria. Note that the stainless steel they use is 403 medical-grade, which means that it has only trace amounts of nickel.

How does it work? It works great! It’s easy to use, cleans up easily, and the coffee tastes great! Most importantly, I rest assured that there are no plasticizers (BPA or phthalates) in my coffee.

This plastic-free coffee maker would make a great holiday gift for the coffee drinkers on your list. For more holiday gift ideas, please visit here.

Coffee Pot No Plastic Wrap

Know that although I just bought the smallest one, which makes 2 cups, it also comes in larger sizes, all the way up to six cups.

I also like that this plastic-free coffee maker does not require any paper filters. The fine mesh stainless steel filter retains the coffee grinds well; I do not see any in my cup that passed through the filter.

I love my plastic-free coffee maker. And I am not alone; it has an average of 4.8 stars on Amazon. Plus, Amazon lists it as the number one best seller in coffee makers! Way to go, Coffee Gator!

If you’re interested in seeing how easy it is to use this plastic-free coffee maker, you can watch the attached video, made by yours truly.

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Where to Buy this Plastic-Free Coffee Maker

You can buy this plastic-free coffee maker on Amazon with free shipping. Enjoy!

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