Does it leave a metallic taste to the water? I haven't bought a stainless steel bottle for years because the last one I had left a metallic taste?
1806411
Sorry can respond regarding these as I did not use them. But I have other stainless steel bottles and they are fine. No metallic taste.
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.
1806413
There was a stronger metallic taste upon first using the bottle even though I gave it a rinse. It has since faded and I notice it every once in a while...i might be sensitive to it, but it's worth noting. Good luck with you're decision.
1806414
My husband drinks out of this. He says that to him there is not a metallic taste to the water.
1806415
No it doesn't leave a metallic taste to the water. Left it over night thinking it's not going to taste right, but it did!
1806416
I did not taste any metallic taste at all. But then I also use the electrolyte tablets with lime/lemon flavor so it might be hard to detect any thing.
1622895
I've had mine for about 2 years, I've used it regularly, kept it in the fridge, then not used it and stored it when I moved and no rust. I cannot say there isn't some hidden metal I can't see but I've seen nor tasted any rust. Enjoy!
65602
I have 3 or 4 Hydroflasks and have never tasted any metallic taste. I use it with cold drinks, cold water, hot drinks etc. It is 100% stainless steel and should not impart any taste.
631301
This is my second Capresso and I have never noticed a metalic taste. I love it! It also had the best review of all the hot water kettles on Cooks Illustrated magazine.
1672728
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."
1578943
I didn't detect a taste but it DOES have a lingering smell. I take mine in a glass and I can definitely smell a metallic scent, however no I do not actually taste it, just smell.
756426
no it doesn't, i also will not use something with zinc in it. been using wernets for 40 yrs, no metallic taste.
1152436
when you first get it just make sure to rinse it out. that would be the only time you will get that plastic taste to it. but after you rinse it out i havent gotten any plastic taste. sorry for the delay
1175653
No -- it's the advantage of stainless steel that it is virtually inert in the presence of water. When I'm in a hurry, I just add more ice and water to whatever is in the thermos, and never experience an aftertaste as long as the water and cubes are "clean."
192885
Hmm... no, I don't have this problem. Maybe you can clean it? Run a water and baking soda solution thru the machine a couple times? Maybe a squeeze of real lemon juice to rid it of any smells.... Also, make sure to use bottled water or filtered water instead of tap if you can, that metallic taste may be coming from the tap water/coffee combo. I didn't do either of these things and my coffee is just fine. Best of luck.
1974004
All tanks are stainless steel 304 grade and the housing is food grade silicon. The plastic or metallic taste happens because the unit was not properly flushed at arrival or because the lack of use that allows the water to sit down inside the tanks and housing for too long (happens with all coolers in the market). This could also require to flush the first or second glass when serving, but it goes away.
92689
The first time I used mine it had that metallic/oily taste. Seems to have gone away. Maybe it was left over chemicals from manufacturing in the charger head.
622971
Well, you got my curiosity up! On the end of mine there's a 2" black plastic tube that's inside the "stainless steel" tube. The end of that does show a little rust but the water isn't dripping directly out of that but rather out of the plastic piece. When I zoom in on the picture mine looks slightly different. I think I would be inclined to return it for a replacement. Or perhaps they've changed it since I ordered mine in July. Hope this helps.
1002425
I've used it twice and the first time was without a funny taste. The second time there was just a hint of funny taste the first draw. I am not sure if this was due to a bit of old water left in tubing which is hard to clear but it wasn't bad and was gone after first sip. I've tried other bladders with a much more obvious taste. All in all it was much better that all other bladders I have tried in past.
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.
1706922
Really never noticed a metallic taste. Used glass and this for same beer, and could not tell the difference.
2153779
I also have this problem and I have two of these machines. It is horrible, I washed it and replaced the water and a few hours later the same smell and metallic taste, Im sick about it. I have been using this for my newborn for 2 months!! It is either the steel plate at the bottom or its the plastic, either way, its awful! I called the company and they said wash it out with vinegar, still doesn't work.