Overview
Hot coffee in the morning, iced coffee in the afternoon — the West Bend 12 Cup Hot & Iced Coffee Maker handles both without needing two machines. With 4 brew strengths and a programmable timer, it’s designed for coffee lovers who want flexibility.
4 Brew Strengths
Choose your intensity:
- Mild — light, easy drinking
- Medium — balanced everyday brew
- Bold — strong, full-bodied flavor
- Over Ice — concentrated brew designed to pour over ice without dilution
The “Over Ice” setting is the real differentiator — it brews stronger to compensate for ice melt, so your iced coffee doesn’t taste watered down.
24-Hour Programmable Timer
Set the timer before bed and wake up to fresh coffee. The delayed brew feature works flawlessly — tested over 2 weeks with consistent results. The 1-4 cup option optimizes brewing for smaller batches, avoiding the weak taste some machines produce with less water.
Iced Coffee with Trivet
The included trivet blocks heat transfer from the warming plate when brewing over ice. Fill the carafe with ice, select “Over Ice,” and let the machine do the rest. The result is properly concentrated iced coffee that rivals café quality.
Build & Maintenance
Stainless steel accents with a clean design that fits any kitchen. The built-in cleaning reminder tells you when it’s time to descale — a small feature that makes a big difference for long-term coffee quality.
Verdict
Rating: 4.3/5
At $59.99, the West Bend 12 Cup Coffee Maker is a steal for a dual hot/iced machine. The programmable timer and 4 brew strengths give you café-level flexibility at home. If you drink both hot and iced coffee, this eliminates the need for a second device.