'Easy peasy' iced coffee maker €10 cheaper and fans say 'I'd be lost without it'
The Breville Iced Coffee Maker usually costs €48.99, but has had its price slashed by almost €10 on Amazon. For a limited time, coffee lovers can nab this machine for just €39.45.
It is earning rave reviews for helping people make "easy peasy" chilled drinks from the comfort of their kitchen - and for a fraction of the cost. This compact machine cools freshly brewed coffee directly over ice, giving you a perfectly chilled drink in minutes without that watered-down taste that comes from simply pouring instant coffee over cubes.
And obsessed fans say it's not just a summer essential - they "can't live without it". For many, the gadget has become a household staple - and not just during warm spells. One fan gushed: "For the price, this coffee machine is amazing! So simple, yet effective... In my divorce, if we ever have to choose what we're taking with us – I'd take this coffee machine.'
Another reviewer who initially hesitated to buy added: "Bought this just in time for the warm spring sunshine… best purchase this year. Quick and easy to use, and good value for money."
Several reviewers admitted they weren't sure if the machine would live up to the hype – but were quickly won over. One wrote: "I was a bit sceptical at first... I even tried to cancel my order, but I'm glad I couldn't. This machine is brilliant. It doesn't taste the same as trying to make your own. Worth buying."
Another shopper who'd got tired of spending money on shop-bought iced coffees said: "Was getting fed up having to drive to my local petrol station for my iced coffee fix and paying €5 for the privilege… This has been the best purchase ever… I'd be lost without it."
From its easy clean-up to strong-tasting coffee, the Breville Iced Coffee Maker ticks multiple boxes. It's even popular with those keeping an eye on calories: "I absolutely love my iced coffees but don't like the cost or the calories. This is amazing. I can now make a calorie-free iced coffee with just coffee, water and ice."
Others loved how straightforward it is: "You can't understate how easy this product makes iced coffee… does what it's meant to, and makes it very easy for someone like me who hates messing around with complicated steps." Breville's Iced Coffee Maker is a hit with Amazon shoppers
Many reviewers ended up buying one for a friend or family member after being impressed. One said: "Present for my daughter, who absolutely loves it… brews the coffee to a perfect temperature… a must for iced coffee lovers." Another shared: "My sister bought this for her daughter and I decided I needed it too. I love it! My niece loves it!"
Despite the glowing reviews, one shopper found you need to use a lot of ice. They said: "It's pretty good for the money and far more convenient than cold brewing for 24 hours in the fridge. Although you're really going to need an ice maker to go with it unless you've got space in the freezer for 10 punnets for each serving."
If you're looking for an alternative, Currys offers the Salter 2-in-1 Iced Coffee Maker for €49.99. This machine lets you make both hot and iced coffee using ground coffee or pods. Just add water and coffee, fill your cup with ice, and the machine does the rest. It includes a 420ml double-walled travel mug and a 440ml iced coffee cup - perfect for bringing your homemade drinks on the go. You can also mix in your favourite syrups or milk for a cafe-style experience at home.
For a more budget-friendly option, Amazon also stocks the Beowanzk 960ml Iced Coffee Maker for just €25.33, which reviewers have called "excellent for making cold brew coffee".
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