Best Cold Brew Tea Makers
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Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker, BPA-Free Tritan Pitcher with Airtight Lid & Fine-Mesh Filter, 1 Quart/Stone
Takeya's Deluxe cold brew coffee maker in a BPA-Free Tritan pitcher with an airtight lid and fine-mesh filter, 1 Quart/Stone.
OVALWARE Airtight Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker Pitcher (& Iced Tea Maker) with Spout, 1.5L/51oz Glass Carafe
OVALWARE's airtight cold brew iced coffee and iced tea maker pitcher with a spout and 1.5L/51oz glass carafe.
A cold brew tea maker steeps tea in cold water over several hours, producing a smooth, naturally sweet and low-acid drink without heat. It is perfect for home tea drinkers who want refreshing iced tea with less bitterness and minimal effort. Most designs are a pitcher or bottle with a built-in fine-mesh filter that holds loose leaf or bags while the tea infuses in the fridge. Look for a filter fine enough to catch small particles, a leak-proof lid for shaking and storing, and a capacity that fits your fridge and drinking habits. Durable, BPA-free materials, a comfortable handle, and easy cleanup make daily cold brewing simple and consistent.
The short version
We compared 8 picks. Our scores range from 7.6 to 8.6 out of 10.
- Best overall:Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker, BPA-Free Tritan Pitcher with Airtight Lid & Fine-Mesh Filter, 1 Quart/Stone. Highest overall score in this guide at 8.6/10.
- Also great value:Cold Brew Coffee Maker 64oz Mason Jar Pitcher for Fridge, Sun Tea Maker, Leak Proof Flip Cap, Stainless Steel Filter. Value score of 9/10, overall 8.4/10.
- Solid build:OVALWARE Airtight Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker Pitcher (& Iced Tea Maker) with Spout, 1.5L/51oz Glass Carafe. Build and materials score of 8/10, overall 8.4/10.
- Feature-rich:Cold Brew Coffee Maker and Tea Maker 1.5L/50oz, Glass Loose Leaf Iced Tea Infuser & Double Mesh Stainless Steel Filter. Features score of 8/10, overall 8.4/10.
Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score
- 1.Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker, BPA-Free Tritan Pitcher with Airtight Lid & Fine-Mesh Filter, 1 Quart/Stone8.6/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 2.OVALWARE Airtight Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker Pitcher (& Iced Tea Maker) with Spout, 1.5L/51oz Glass Carafe8.4/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 3.Cold Brew Coffee Maker 64oz Mason Jar Pitcher for Fridge, Sun Tea Maker, Leak Proof Flip Cap, Stainless Steel Filter8.4/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 4.Cold Brew Coffee Maker and Tea Maker 1.5L/50oz, Glass Loose Leaf Iced Tea Infuser & Double Mesh Stainless Steel Filter8.4/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 5.Mixpresso Cold Brew Maker for Iced Coffee and Iced Tea, Glass Pitcher, Tea Infuser, 44oz with Reusable Mesh Filter8.2/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 6.Cold Brew Coffee Maker Iced Tea Pitcher Infuser with Airtight Lid and Thick High Borosilicate Glass Carafe, 51oz/1.5L7.8/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 7.Cold Brew Coffee Maker - Large Glass Infusion Pitcher 1.6 Quarts 52oz with Stainless Steel Lid & Fruit Infusion Tube7.8/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 8.Home Hero Cold Brew Coffee Maker Glass Pitcher - Mason-Style Jar, Leakproof Flip Cap Iced Tea Pitcher, 64 Oz7.6/10See on AmazonCheck price
#1Takeya's Deluxe cold brew coffee maker in a BPA-Free Tritan pitcher with an airtight lid and fine-mesh filter, 1 Quart/Stone.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + Takeya is a trusted name in cold brew and iced tea pitchers
- + Airtight Lid lets the pitcher lie flat in the fridge
- + Fine-Mesh Filter works for tea leaves as well as coffee
- - 1 Quart size is smaller than many cold brew jars
- - Tritan plastic can pick up flavor from strong coffee
#2OVALWARE's airtight cold brew iced coffee and iced tea maker pitcher with a spout and 1.5L/51oz glass carafe.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Airtight seal preserves cold brew tea flavor longer
- + Spout makes pouring smooth and drip free
- + 1.5L/51oz glass carafe fits in most refrigerator doors
- - Filter is sized for coffee grounds, so fine tea can clog it
- - Glass carafe needs careful handling to avoid chips
#3A 64oz mason jar pitcher cold brew maker for the fridge, doubling as a sun tea maker with a leak proof flip cap and steel filter.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + Leak Proof Flip Cap lets you store the jar on its side
- + 64oz capacity is great for large iced tea batches
- + Stainless Steel Filter keeps leaves out of each glass
- - Mason jar shape is tall and may not fit short shelves
- - Handle carefully until you confirm the glass thickness in person
#4A 1.5L/50oz glass cold brew coffee and tea maker with a loose leaf iced tea infuser and double mesh stainless steel filter.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + Double Mesh Stainless Steel Filter catches fine tea particles
- + Loose Leaf Iced Tea Infuser design is tea-friendly
- + 1.5L/50oz pitcher makes several servings per batch
- - Test how well the lid seals before your first big batch
- - Glass pitcher is heavy when fully loaded
#5Mixpresso's 44oz glass pitcher cold brew maker for iced coffee and iced tea with a tea infuser and reusable mesh filter.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Tea Infuser and Reusable Mesh Filter handle loose leaf well
- + 44oz size fits easily in most refrigerator doors
- + Glass pitcher does not absorb flavors between batches
- - Smaller than half-gallon cold brew jars for big family batches
- - Mesh filter needs thorough cleaning after each batch
#6A 51oz/1.5L cold brew coffee maker and iced tea pitcher infuser with an airtight lid and thick high borosilicate glass carafe.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Thick High Borosilicate Glass handles temperature changes well
- + Airtight Lid keeps cold brew tea fresh in the fridge
- + 51oz/1.5L capacity makes several servings at once
- - Coffee-first design means the filter may need a good rinse between uses
- - Glass pitcher is heavy to lift out of the fridge when full
#7A large glass infusion pitcher cold brew maker, 1.6 Quarts 52oz with a stainless steel lid and fruit infusion tube.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Fruit Infusion Tube works for tea leaves, herbs or fruit
- + 1.6 Quarts 52oz size makes a big batch of cold brew tea
- + Stainless Steel Lid is durable and easy to clean
- - Stainless lid may not be fully airtight in the fridge
- - Check the filter mesh fineness before buying
#8Home Hero's 64 Oz mason-style glass cold brew pitcher with a leakproof flip cap, sold as an iced tea pitcher.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Leakproof Flip Cap allows easy pouring and storage
- + 64 Oz jar makes plenty of cold brew tea for a family
- + Mason-Style Jar looks nice on a counter or picnic table
- - No filter included, so add a separate tea infuser for loose leaf
- - Tall jar is harder to clean without a bottle brush
Before you buy: trade-offs we flagged
No pick is perfect. These are the main compromises we noted for the top products in this guide, so you can check they will not matter for you.
- 1 Quart size is smaller than many cold brew jars (Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker,...)
- Filter is sized for coffee grounds, so fine tea can clog it (OVALWARE Airtight Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker...)
- Mason jar shape is tall and may not fit short shelves (Cold Brew Coffee Maker 64oz Mason Jar Pitcher...)
- Test how well the lid seals before your first big batch (Cold Brew Coffee Maker and Tea Maker...)
- Smaller than half-gallon cold brew jars for big family batches (Mixpresso Cold Brew Maker for Iced Coffee and...)
- Coffee-first design means the filter may need a good rinse between uses (Cold Brew Coffee Maker Iced Tea Pitcher...)
Frequently asked questions
›What is the best choice among cold brew tea makers?
Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker, BPA-Free Tritan Pitcher with Airtight Lid & Fine-Mesh Filter, 1 Quart/Stone is our top overall pick. Takeya's Deluxe cold brew coffee maker in a BPA-Free Tritan pitcher with an airtight lid and fine-mesh filter, 1 Quart/Stone. It earns our score of 8.6/10, based on fit for the job, features, build and value.
›What is a good budget option?
OVALWARE Airtight Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker Pitcher (& Iced Tea Maker) with Spout, 1.5L/51oz Glass Carafe is the strongest low-cost pick in this guide. OVALWARE's airtight cold brew iced coffee and iced tea maker pitcher with a spout and 1.5L/51oz glass carafe.
›How much should I expect to spend?
Picks in this guide span See on Amazon price bands (roughly: $ = under $30, $$ = $30 to $100, $$$ = over $100). We never display exact prices because they change constantly, so the buttons above always show Amazon's current price.
›How were these products chosen?
We shortlist products that fit the job this guide solves and compare their published specifications, such as size, capacity, materials and what is included. Each pick gets an editorial score out of 10 for fit, features, build and value, and we write the pros and cons from those details. Our score is not an Amazon customer rating. We earn a commission if you buy through our links, which never affects the ranking.
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