George Howell, a renowned figure in the coffee industry, faced a challenge with efficiently creating iced coffee for his chain of cafes, preferring it significantly over cold brew due to its superior taste. His discovery of the Coldwave, a $30 pitcher with a special freezing insert, revolutionized his approach. This gadget allows hot coffee to be chilled in just 90 seconds without dilution, maintaining the coffee's robust flavor. While not a perfect solution for commercial use due to its capacity limitations—requiring re-freezing after chilling about 16 ounces—it proves to be an excellent tool for home use. Howell praises the Coldwave for its simplicity and effectiveness, making it the best solution he has found for making quick, undiluted iced coffee at home.
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