Hamilton Beach 40911 Electric Iced Tea Maker 2 Qt
- Capacity: 2 quarts
- Operation Mode: Automatic
- Material: Plastic
- Item Weight: 4 pounds
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
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ASIN: B00008VSCOModel: 40911Category: Iced Tea Machines
Overview
Brewing over ice rather than brewing then chilling is how the Hamilton Beach 40911 makes its 2-quart pitcher of iced tea, with an adjustable mild, medium, or strong setting and a slim shape built to fit a refrigerator door. It's hand-wash only and finishes brewing in under 10 minutes.
This uses loose tea or bags rather than requiring a separate steeping and cooling step, so a fresh pitcher is ready quickly instead of needing to chill overnight. Coffee iced tea maker, citing similar complaints about that older model's pour spout and short pitcher lifespan.
- 2-quart slim pitcher sized for a refrigerator door
- Adjustable mild, medium, and strong brew settings
- Indicator light with automatic shutoff
- Permanent filter, no paper filters required
Who it's for
Suits someone who drinks a moderate amount of iced tea and wants a pitcher that tucks into the fridge door between servings. Less suited to heavy iced tea drinkers, since at least one reviewer found a single batch didn't cover their daily intake.
Pros and cons
- Brew-strength selector produces a genuine mild-to-strong range
- Slim pitcher fits standard refrigerator door shelves
- Brews a full pitcher in under 10 minutes
- Permanent filter means no paper filters to buy
- 2-quart capacity may not be enough for heavy daily tea drinkers
- Hand-wash only, no dishwasher-safe parts mentioned
- At least one buyer's on/off button failed within the first month, though it was replaced under warranty
Performance notes
The machine brews tea using bags or loose leaves and drops the hot brew directly over ice in the pitcher below, finishing in under 10 minutes.
Specifications
| Brand | Hamilton Beach |
|---|---|
| Model | 40911 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 4 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 2 quarts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Plastic |
| Color | White |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Filter |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Adjustable Brew Strength |
| Part Number | 40911 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential, Office, Snack Bars |
Closest rivals on specs
Capresso 624.02 Iced Tea Maker with Glass Pitcher- Capacity 2 vs 2.5 quarts (-20%)
- Item Weight 4 vs 5 pounds (-20%)
Nostalgia Iced Tea Brewing System 3 Quart- Capacity 2 vs 3 quarts (-33%)
- Item Weight 4 vs 5.2 pounds (-23%)
Takeya Flash Chill Iced Tea Maker 2 Quart- Item Weight 4 vs 0.9 pounds (+344%)
Frequently asked questions
How much iced tea does the Hamilton Beach 40911 make per batch?
It brews a 2-quart pitcher at a time, sized to fit in a refrigerator door.
Can the 40911 use loose tea instead of bags?
Yes, the permanent filter basket accepts either tea bags or loose tea.
Is the Hamilton Beach 40911 pitcher dishwasher safe?
No, the listing specifies hand wash only.