Review of KitchenAid Gourmet Essentials 2-Quart Tea Kettle, Brushed Stainless Steel

Yes, it's big, but I didn't think it was heavy.***I JUST WEIGHED THIS KETTLE WHILE IT WAS FULL OF WATER AND IT ONLY WEIGHS 6 POUNDS. I can see that if you have trouble lifting a cat or bag of flour then you may have a problem here.

The craftsmanship is pure Kitchenaid.You will have no problem there.But beware that ONLY the stainless steel version is usable on glass-top stoves.The ceramic-covered versions are NOT.***For those that don't know, you can click on this product to see what a glass-top stove/range looks like:Ceramabryte 28oz Cooktop Cleaner

The whistle is a bit screechy, but then again, you want it to alert you over the noise of the house.

The handle DOES get hot.Not burn-your-hand hot, but very warm.If you only touch the rubber part, you're fine, but you almost have to grab the whole thing to lift it and pour it safely.

I highly recommend getting the stainless steel version; it's beautiful and functional.

Product Description
This 2--Quart teakettle features a comfortable, easy-to-grip handle. The handle is made of stainless steel accented with color-coordinated soft silicone rubber. The kettle whistles when water comes to a boil and has a removable lid for easy cleaning and f

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