InstaCuppa Travel French Press - My On-The-Go Partner

I like my coffee only when it's prepared by me. Sounds strange? But yes, I'm as weird as this sounds. This habit of mine stops me from accepting any invites for coffee at my friends' place (but I'm open to fruit drinks/fresh juices, if you're planning to invite me) ;) Even at my workplace where most of my colleagues desperately wait for their coffee during short breaks, I never buy myself a cuppa because I simply cannot manage to drink it. Well! I know there are plenty of options in the market for travel mugs in which I may carry my homemade coffee while commuting and running around at office. But somehow I had a feeling that carrying my drink in those mugs is a compromise in the taste if I get to drink my coffee after 2-3 hours.

To rescue from all my concerns, now I've found InstaCuppa Travel French Press that is a revolutionary product in the sense that it serves me my beverage without using those elaborate coffee machines. Let me show you how...

InstaCuppa Travel French Press is a portable coffee-brewer cum coffee mug made of 18/8 stainless steel that looks classy and won't rust. It's BPA free and is quite sturdy quality-wise. I'm sure it's made to last. Do notice the textured cup sleeve grip in the middle of mug that ensures non-slip grip.

It has a vacuum-sealed, double-walled design that not only makes the beverage retain its temperature for long hours but also stays cool to the touch when you hold it in your hand. Despite containing the hot beverage, the mug remains sweat and condensation-free.

Now coming to the coffee-brewing part, this french press has got a easy-to-pump single arm press on its top lid that needs to be pressed manually after adding the ground coffee powder and boiling hot water into the mug. There is a plunger attched to the arm press that is made of fine mesh in the same way as the InstaCuppa classic coffee maker features.

Mesh Plunger

Once the plunger is fully pressed, the coffee is ready. Just screw-in the tight-fitted lid and drink the coffee whenever you need a sip. The mug serves 400ml of coffee in one time that's enough for 3 cups of serving.

A special mention for the leakproof mug design and spill-proof drink spout that lets you enjoy your beverage with creating any mess.

The dimensions, size and weight of the mug are completely compatible to the mug-holder of my car, so I need not fret for accidental falling of the mug while driving. It also fits perfectly in the pocket of my backpack when I'm on camping or just roaming in local markets carrying it along.

This lovely coffee-maker that saves you from drinking undesired flavoured coffee is easy on pocket too. You may order it at Rs. 1299 from Amazon. Available in black colour also.

InstaCuppa Coffee / Tea/ Fruit Infusion Pitcher Review

With the change in weather and with temperature soaring higher every passing day, most of us are shifting from hot tea to cold beverages. I too limit cups of my usual masala tea, but can't survive without two cups of any hot beverage a day. If you're still wondering how and why should I not switch to a cup of ice tea, here is why-
I like preparing drinks by infusing not-so-hot water with dried or fresh herbs. Those are so soothing and energy-giving on the first hand; plus I feel confident of consuming guilt-free drinks without caffeine content. The enlivening aroma and natural flavours of such infusions instantly lift my mood whatever time of the day it is. Occasionally, a spoonful of honey adds up the sweetness to my drink, else I don't mind it unsweetened. The best part is that these infused drinks taste equally great even when they get bit cold. Here I would like to tell you my crazy habit of preparing my infused drinks in transparent glass mugs, because I love the beautiful colours swirling around while infused with different herbs. When I received InstaCuppa Infusion Pitcher made of transparent Tritan carafe, I knew I'm gonna love it.

This pitcher is a lightweight and durable kitchen accessory that lets you prepare and serve your tea, coffee or fruit infusions in a batch size of 1300ml which is enough for one serving to entire family.
The design of the pitcher is quite thoughtful. There is a V-shaped functional spout at the mouth of the pot to easily pour your drink to your cups without spilling the liquid.

The pitcher comes with an ergonomic side handle as well as a top handle on the lid that helps you to have a firm hold of the pitcher to avoid slipping.

There is a mesh filter core inside the pot to add in the dry/fresh herbs, fruits or coarsely ground coffee. The entire brewer can be disassembled and cleaned in less than a minute after easy disposal of used fruits / vegetables / coffee grounds. It's also dishwasher safe if you prefer a hands-free approach to cleaning your cold brew pitcher.

The pitcher lid seals the flavour for more than 12 hours so it's a good option if you prepare your drink in the morning, refrigerate it and sip it in smaller batches all the day long to charge yourself up with instant energy. 

 

InstaCuppa Polar Edition Fruit Infuser Water Bottle Review

For last few weeks, the InstaCuppa Classic Fruit Infuser bottle has been accompanying me wherever I go and I swear, carrying this stylish bottle has actually garnered me more compliments than for my stylish looks. Also there have been queries like "Can we pour warm water in it?", "Is it safe for use by the children?" "Does it keep the liquid cool?" etc.

I satisfied all the queries of my friends and colleagues with my answers except for cooling of water. So if you're also wondering what's my solution to carry along cold water in my bottle during hot summery days, my answer is InstaCuppa Fruit Infuser Water Bottle in 'Polar Edition'.

The Polar edition fruit infuser is an innovative version of classic fruit infuser water bottle by the brand. The bottle includes an exclusive Gel Freezer Iceball which is actually a small detachable container fixed at the bottom of infuser rod. 

This iceball can be unclipped by pulling away gently and is to be placed in the freezer for atleast 4 hours. Fix it back to the infuser rod before you step out and enjoy your cold infused water/any other drinks while you are out.

The infuser rod in Polar edition bottle is bit smaller than classic version to make space for freezer ball at its rear end, but may hold enough fruits to flavour your plain water.

The bottle is made of top quality TRITAN material. Tritan is a recyclable, eco-friendly and BPA-free plastic and so is non-toxic to be used by any of your family members including kids.
Tritan is also impact-resistant and frees you from the fear of shattering, if you drop the bottle by mistake. It also extends the life of the bottle.

Talking about the looks of this infuser, the glass-like clear and stylish look of the bottle makes it look really classy. The superiority of the bottle is that it won't lose its gloss and clarity after many washes. 

You may easily throw it in your college backpack or handbag (like I do everyday) and it won't get scratches. Sturdy enough!! And mind you, the bottle is travel-friendly due to it's light weight (much lighter than glass) and leak-proof design.

The complimentary add-ons with the bottle include an anti-sweat, insulating sleeve containing thousands of tiny air pockets to absorb bottle sweat and offer you cooler drinks. 

You also get a shaker ball to mix protein powder (if you use) in your drink. So, the ones who love protein shakes can utilize this bottle as a protein shaker. This shaker ball made of rust-free stainless steel will easily stir your shake mix without leaving any clumps.

For the cleaning of the bottle, handwashing is recommended. A spongy cleaning brush provided within the bottle starter-kit lets you easily clean the bottle walls from inside. For those using advanced technology for utensil washing, they may wash the top rack of the infuser bottle in their dishwasher as well and it's durable plastic won't warp or crack.

Impressed enough? The bonus point here is that the InstaCuppa Polar Edition Fruit Infuser is priced at no additional cost over it's classic variant. You may buy it for INR 999 from brand website or from Amazon.

P.S. If you don't know many recipes of preparing your infused/detox drinks, you may scan the QR code given with the bottle to download the ebook and master the art of preparing tasty and healthy drinks for yourself.

InstaCuppa Premium Milk Frother Review

A smart kitchen gadgets can make your kitchen time fun and stress-free. What made me write this post is an cute-looking gadget i.e. InstaCuppa Premium Milk Frother. 

It's mini version of a portable hand blender that has already become favourite of all my family members because of it's ease of operation. Read further to know why?

It's a light-weight, sleek gadget that is battery operated, so can be used on-the-go without worrying for plug-in points. Just insert two AA batteries (these are not included in the package though) and it's ready to use. The whisk and dual spiral of the frother is made of premium 304 grade stainless steel that won't rust and break over the time. What's more? The stainless steel whisk is dishwasher safe too :)

I liked the classy black finish of the gadget that beautifully compliments other kitchen appliances I have. And also it comes with a stainless steel stand to hold the frother when not in use.

Speaking about it's ease of use, the frother has got an ergonomically designed soft-touch handle that provides better grip while you're operating it. As soon as you power the frother and press the button on the top, the motor starts functioning at a speed of 19000 R.P.M. Ensure that you've immersed the frother only half way in the milk (or any other liquid for that matter) and keep moving the frother up and down to generate good foam.

Another feature that I liked for this gadget is that it hardly makes any noise. Now I tell you why it matters to me whether it's noisy. I get up at around 5:30 am every day to prepare breakfast for my family as I have to leave for work at 7:30am. None of the family members would like me to disturb them by using a turbulent device in my kitchen adjoining bedroom where they are enjoying sound early morning sleep ;) With this InstaCuppa Frother, now I get the foamy milk ready for my son when he is about to get up and he is enjoying it more than ever. {Frothy milk seriously tastes too good.}

The versatility of the gadget is that it can be used to froth any
other hot or cold liquids besides milk, be it milkshakes, cocktails, hot chocolate etc. You may also whip eggs to make fluffier omelette or scrambled eggs.

Now coming to the cleaning part, you just need to wash the whisk part under the running water. Be warned not to wet the battery chamber to avoid damaging the device.

The InstaCuppa Premium Milk Frother can be ordered at a price of Rs 999 from brand's official website or is available at Amazon.com.

Please do chip-in your innovative ideas to use frother, if you have.

Stay Hydrated With Flavour-Packed Water ft. InstaCuppa Fruit Infuser Bottle

Water is the most hydrating fluid one can have. We need sufficient water for our body to perform basic functions like regulating body temperature, for functioning of kidneys, transportation of nutrients, digestion and much more. We simply need to drink plenty of water to keep our inside system htdrated enough to work seamlessly.

I suspect many of us don't drink enough water. And if you're unsure of whether your body lack water, notice symptoms in your body like fatigue, reduced urination, bad breath, dry mouth, poor concentration, headache and so on. These are direct warning signs that indicate your low water intake.

I myself had not been extremely careful in drinking water in desired quantity, but it has caused me issues like dry skin, muscle pain, lethargy in the past. I kept on excusing myself for drinking less water considering my continuous lectures at my work place. Anyways, taking a lesson from the present situation, I've started carrying flavoured water in my InstaCuppa Fruit Infuser bottle. 

InstaCuppa Fruit Infuser is a good-looking transparent pitcher made of Tritan which isBPA-free plastic and an assurance of good quality.

This bottle comes with following components packed in a cardboard box-

~Infuser Tube: 
The infuser tube that is inserted in the middle of the pitcher is large enough to reach almost the full length of the pitcher providing tasteful flavours till the last sip you take.

~Shaker Ball:

Here goes an extra 'plus' for gym freaks. With this fruit infuser, you get a shaker ball to mix the protein powder in the fluid. It's made of 100% food grade rustfree 304 stainless steel. 

~Anti-Sweat, Insulating, Neoprene Sleeve:

This perfectly-fitting sleeve helps to keep the water cooler for longer and reduces the bottle sweat that the most single wall bottles generally get. You may keep the bottle on a table or any flat surface without fear of toppling due to its leaving a stable base.

~Cleaning Brush:

Though the bottle is large-mouthed and can be easily washed, but I'm glad that the brand has provided with a sponge cleaning brush with the bottle to make the job easier.

Cucumber, watermelon, melon, mint, kiwi, strawberries, fresh ginger root, orange, pear, apple, dried herbs and flowers are some common infusers to be added for flavours depending on your taste and purpose.

The fruit-infuser bottle easily fits my car's cupholder and when I'm carrying it around in my handbag or travel bag, it prevents any leakage due to rubber seal around the screw cap. Also the top lid doesn't fall down on you while you drink water holding the bottle in an angular position, since it's secure by a safety ring and holds the lid in place.

Drinking flavoured water infused with essence of fruits has considerably increased my water intake as it tastes good and fulfills the need of essential nutrients as well. I may drink as much I feel like without the worries of excess calories or sugar intake. It naturally controls my cravings too, so if you're on a diet routine, this fruit infuser is your loyal companion. Go for it!!
These days I'm enjoying fruity mix of kiwi fruit, lemon and some basic leaves. What's your fav flavour...