As another reviewer already mentioned and you can see from the pic I included, this little pot holds more than the six cups stated in the title and Product Description, coming in somewhere between seven cups and two quarts. But I can forgive the slight overage (as long as I don't have to pay extra!)
Also it's described as a "Fourth Burner Pot" but for those of us with 30" stoves it will most likely prove most valuable on the fifth burner, where the downward turned handle will not interfere with other vessels on the range. Another convenient use is with counter-top induction cookers, as again the fit is fine and the base material is perfectly compatible.
Kuhn Rikon also is the only manufacturer I've found of pour/strain pots with lids that lock on — you can pick up the whole assembly from just the lid handle (though I can't see why you'd want to do that.) Balance is very good too, way it's designed makes pouring easy and there's no after-drip from the spout. While I'd find it a bit small for cooking pasta, it works well for poaching eggs or heating milk for cocoa. Brazed on handle means no rivets for a perfectly smooth interior. All in all, a lot easier to maintain than a tea kettle and without that annoying whistle! :P
Update: Just got the 12 cup model too. Even better for hot cocoa because it will fit a hand held mixer’s ballon whisk right down to the bottom (see fourth pic). So even at the highest speed there’s no overspill with the pot filled up to about 2 quarts. Beats using the 5-cup SS Oster blending jar, which has never been sold with a lid that seals completely. Delighted that I can now quickly prepare a hot frothy beverage without having to sponge down the whole kitchen afterwards.
This pot is awesome! We bought ours before a 2-month van trip to supplement our cast iron pans. We needed a pot for cooking over a propane stove that is large enough (tall, not wide) to boil hot water for two drinks plus oatmeal or dehydrated food, to cook pasta, lentils, soup, sauce...anything goes! The handles are heat-proof, material incredibly durable (it banged around the van a LOT and still looks new 4 months later), and we didn't need a colander since the lid has built-in drain holes (two sizes). Lastly, since the lid locks in place we were able to lock the pot and hang it from a shelf in the van, by its handle, and it never fell once. Stellar.
Note: We haven't tried the internal steamer so I cannot review that piece.
This review is for lye-based soap makers should any of you happen onto this product. I make lye-based, home-made soap. I do not sell it but make it for myself and for gifts, so I do not make huge batches.
A finished batch will run around 50 oz. by weight. One of my tray molds has an interior measurement of 13 inches by 9 inches and should be filled with about 3/4 inch depth of mixture (scored for 24 little bars). The other one has an interior measurement of 10 3/4 inches by 10 inches and should be filled with about 1 inch depth of mixture (scored for 12 large bars). I make enough for one of the tray molds at a time, not both, if that was not clear. Sometimes I use one mold and sometimes I use the other.
Before you pour the soap mixture into the molds, you beat it using a stick blender. I was looking for a better container in which to beat the mixture. The container needs to be fairly deep since the contents can splatter somewhat, when using the stick blender, and the mixture is caustic at that stage. Tall and fairly narrow is ideal for mixing the soap. The stick blender can really mix in a narrower container. You don't find very many stainless steel containers shaped and sized like this one, and I looked hard to find this.
A small stock pot will work, but the handles are hard to hold onto when pouring the finished soap mixture into the tray molds. You are holding on with all your might to the stock pot handle and trying to scrape out the last of the mix into the mold, and holding it gets pretty heavy for one hand, by the time you are done. Obviously you don't want to drop the pot into the mold and splatter caustic soap mixture all over the counter and possibly yourself.
This pot will be just perfect, I think. It is 8 inches tall and just under 6 inches in diameter. If that doesn't sound very big, let me tell you, it holds a lot! I have poured water into this pot and weighed it and then poured that same water into each of the two different tray molds that I described above. I can get all I need for a batch by weight into the pot and then pour it into each tray, and there is plenty to fill each tray.
The handle on this pot is much easier to hold onto than a stock pot handle is. It even has a non-slip, somewhat cushioned, handle gripper. Pouring the contents into the molds and scraping out the last of it into the molds while holding with one hand should be a lot easier and safer. Also, this pot is stainless steel which is a must since aluminum creates a very bad reaction with the soap mixture. Stainless is pretty necessary for making lye soap.
So I know that this is an odd review because I am using the pot for a specialized purpose. But if a home-made lye soap maker reads this, I sure do recommend this pot for capacity for small batches and also for the easy-to-hold handle.
I will run an actual batch of soap through it soon and add to this review. Well, I have not used it twice to make lye-based soap, and I absolutely LOVE it for that purpose. The height keeps the caustic mixture from splattering when I mix it with the stick blender. The handle is GREAT to hold onto when I pour the finished mixture into the mold. I am so glad that I bought this.
The small burner profile with a large capacity, locking lid with built in strainers, & steamer basket make this an extremely convenient and versatile cooking implement. I've used it to make pasta, ramen, soups, various steamed vegetables, boiled eggs, and more. The diameter allows me to conserve a large burner and the built in strainer saves me a dirty colander. The locking lid makes it safe & easy to use.
I can't really speak to the durability as I've only it 10 or 12 times, but so far it seems pretty sturdy. Water heats to a boil pretty quickly; the bottom seems pretty conductive. Overall, it's a very well thought out pot.
Love It!!! I saw this on QVC and found it on amazon. I used gift cards obtained from Swagbucks to pay for it. I really like the measurement markings on the inside, so I can just fill it from the faucet. it is tall, so if you are a 'shorty' like me, don't put it on the back burner, or you can't see into it, lol. the handle is pretty close to the pot, so be sure to place it as close to the edge of the burner as you can, or it will get hot. It has strainers in the lid, which will be good for a lot of things. I don't like getting out the strainer. Overall a good purchase and I would recommend it. It was shipped quickly too.
Feature Product
- 18/10 stainless steel and aluminum sandwich base for optimum heat distribution, suitable for cooking on all stove tops including induction stoves
- Silicone covered handles on pot and steamer basket
- Larger 12-Cup size includes a steamer basket. Smaller 6-Cup size does not
- Pouring spout on pot with strainer lid
- Interior fill marks and dishwasher safe
Description
The 4th Burner Pot from Kuhn Rikon is perfect for a crowed stovetop. Made tall and thin, the stainless steel pot is a versatile superstar; includes a steamer basket, silicone-covered handle on both pot and steamer basket, pouring spout on pot and a glass top with holes for easy straining. Turn lid to close spout to keep liquid inside while cooking. Interior fill marks for easy measuring. Perfect for asparagus, vegetables, soups and many other dishes. 3.0-quart capacity. Dishwasher safe.
I bought this as a water bath to heat milk in a half gallon mason jar for yogurt. So far it is a winner.
I note several folk have asked about size specifically for use with a mason jar.
A half gallon jar *WILL* fit into the basket, but you'll need to remove the basket's bail to do it. It bends easily. Took me less than 3 min with butter knife to pry. And it can be reattached in a few seconds.
You cannot place the pot lid on with a half gallon jar in the basket, so you cannot use this as a water bath canner for half gallon jars. Others have spoken about it being good for smaller jars. I haven't tried, but it does look like it would work fine.
By far the best kettle ever!! I drink a lot of tea and my water is very hard so cleaning is a must. The top comes off and I can open it all the way up. There are 2 sides to the lid for straining or pouring, small and large. The basket insert for cooking vegetables is genius. Silicon on the handle and top and I've never burned myself. Fitting on the stove while I cook I a plus also. Love this pot!!
Very useful pot, I just have a few minor issues that keep it from being "5-star" in my eyes. The first dislike is the band of bruised finish in the middle of he pot. Why not all polished (as i prefer), or all brushed? It just looks a bit funny with a strips of brushed finish half way up it. My other issue is more of a functional one. The basket goes nearly to the very bottom, so anything you would like to steam is going to have the bottom portion boiled instead. I don't steam things much, but it could be more of an issue for others. Now, on to the good points. I found it heats water very quickly on my induction range, which was why I bought it. The lid fits nicely and is clear for viewing the contents, and includes two sizes of stainers built in. The handle doesn't get hot when using the pot, even when it is in use for awhile. The inside is graduated so I know how much is in it. The basket is pretty handy and also has a silicone coated handle. The beak makes it a clean pouring pot, perfect for tea water or anything else you have to carefully pour. The pot has a vertical handle and narrow footprint to save space on my stove top. I was really lost to giving it a 5-star rating, but a couple of minor issues kept me from doing so. I wouldn't have hesitated to buy this item if I had the experience with it I do now when it was purchased.
I got this for use in a Travel Trailer. In combination with a frying pan and a non-stick sauce pan, the Multi-Pot handles all my other cooking needs (it has also replaced my teakettle, for example). It fits very well on the small gas stoves used in RV's and the handle doesn't extend out past the stove. For anyone either just building up a kitchen from scratch or dealing with a tiny kitchen, the Multit-Pot does an excellent job of replacing 3 or 4 other pots and pans. The handles stay cool and the shape gives you better leverage to lift a heavily loaded pan. Tiny spout, but it pours with no drips or dribbles down the side of the pot. Very clever design and good construction.
You will need to use a long handled spoon to stir with, and the stainless steel model is definitely not non-stick, so exercise appropriate caution to keep food from burning. The measuring marks on the inside are only to the nearest cup, but it would be difficult to be more precise peering into a tall, skinny pot.
I highly recommend the Multi-Pot, especially for anyone with limited kitchen space.
The lid kind of locks on, but not in a great way - you have to line it up one specific way. Thats the whole reason for knocking off a star. Otherwise its actually pretty good. Sturdy, feels like its good quality. I used it to make lye water for making soap, and no issues with the metal, which means it is true stainless steel.
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