Sentinel Glass Kettle
Black / US
£99.00
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£99.00
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Sentinel Glass Kettle
Boiling, lit.
£99.00
Sale price
£99.00
Regular price
- Watch it boil: Clear borosilicate glass and a blue LED light the water as it heats.
- Pure-tasting water: Glass holds no flavor, so your tea tastes of tea.
- Boils in 4-6 minutes: 1500 W heats the full kettle, then shuts off by itself.
- 57 oz, 6-7 mugs: Enough water for the whole table in one go.
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Glass that holds a rolling boil without flinching. A blue ring lights the chamber as the water heats, equal parts utility and theatre. The Sentinel shows you the boil before it shows up in the cup.
The Sentinel Glass Kettle is a 1500-watt electric kettle in borosilicate glass with an integrated blue LED that lights the water as it heats. A 1.7 L capacity (1.7 L) clears six to seven pour-over mugs in one go. It pairs a removable cordless power base with built-in auto shut-off, boil-dry protection, and a fine mesh filter in the spout to keep scale out of your cup. No plastic touches the water. No mystery about when it is ready.
Boiling, lit.
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Why coffee people reach for it
- See the boil happen. Clear borosilicate plus a blue LED means you watch the water come to temperature instead of guessing. Lift the moment it rolls.
- Pure-tasting water. Glass holds no flavor and no residue, so each batch tastes like water and nothing else. Ideal for pour-over, French press, and tea.
- Fast and hands-off. 1500 watts brings a full kettle to a boil in minutes, then auto shut-off cuts power the instant it gets there. Boil-dry protection guards an empty kettle too.
- Built for the daily ritual. A cordless base lifts off for a clean pour and easy refills, and the spout filter keeps scale where it belongs.
Specifications
Body material
High borosilicate glass
Handle & base
Heat-resistant handle, stainless steel base plate
Power
1500W
Capacity
1.7 L
Serves
6 to 7 pour-over mugs per fill
Boil time
About 4 to 6 minutes at full capacity
LED indicator
Blue illumination during operation
Base
Removable cordless power base
Safety
Auto shut-off, boil-dry protection
Plug
Ships with the plug for your region
Care & maintenance
Glass shows everything: scale, fingerprints, coffee oils. Rinse it often, descale it monthly.
- Descale monthly: Fill halfway with equal parts water and white vinegar, boil, let sit 15 minutes, rinse three times. Hard water leaves mineral deposits that cloud the glass and slow the boil.
- Wipe the exterior: A damp microfiber cloth removes fingerprints. The glass resists thermal shock, but do not plunge it into cold water while still hot.
- Clean the filter: The mesh filter in the spout traps scale particles. Pop it out once a week, rinse under warm water, replace.
- Base care: Wipe the power base with a barely damp cloth. Never submerge it, the electrical contacts can corrode.
Frequently asked
Why does the glass glow blue?
The blue LED lights while the kettle is actively heating and switches off at the boil. It is both a visual cue and a small piece of counter theater while you wait.
Does it automatically shut off?
Yes. The kettle shuts off once the water reaches a rolling boil. Lift it from the base mid-boil and the heating stops. Switch it on empty and the boil-dry sensor cuts power before any damage occurs.
How long does a full boil take?
About four to six minutes for the full 1.7 L, depending on your starting water temperature. Boil a smaller amount for a single pour-over and it is quicker still.
What is borosilicate glass?
Borosilicate is a low-expansion glass that handles heat well and resists thermal shock better than ordinary soda-lime glass. It holds no flavor, so your water tastes clean every time.
Does the Sentinel Glass Kettle's spout filter keep limescale flakes out of my tea?
Yes. A fine mesh filter in the spout holds back scale particles. Pop it out once a week and rinse it under warm water.
Does any plastic touch the water?
No. The water sits in borosilicate glass on a stainless steel base plate, and a fine mesh filter in the spout keeps scale out of your cup.
How many pour-over mugs does the 1.7 L Sentinel Glass Kettle fill?
Six to seven mugs per full 1.7 L fill. For a single pour-over, boil a smaller amount and it heats quicker.
Glass vs stainless steel kettle: which should I get?
A glass kettle lets you watch the water heat, and glass holds no flavor, so the water tastes clean. A stainless steel kettle hides fingerprints and scale. Glass shows limescale sooner, so plan to descale it monthly.
Do you have a glass electric kettle?
Yes, the Sentinel Glass Kettle: high borosilicate glass, 1.7 L, 1500 watts, a blue LED ring that lights the water as it heats, a cordless base, auto shut-off, boil-dry protection and a mesh filter in the spout to keep scale out of the cup. US, EU or UK plug.
Is an electric kettle worth it for coffee?
Yes. It heats faster than a pot, shuts off by itself, and models with temperature control give the right water for each brew, around 91 to 96 °C for coffee and cooler for green tea. The Sentinel Glass Kettle boils 1.7 L at 1500 W with auto shut-off. With presets and a gooseneck for pour-over, the Sentinel Gooseneck Kettle.
Is a glass kettle easy to keep clean?
Yes, and you see the scale before it builds up. The Sentinel Glass Kettle is borosilicate glass with a mesh filter in the spout and a cordless base. Descale with equal parts water and white vinegar, as on our kettle pages, and wipe the base dry. For cleaning narrow spouts, the Barista Care Kit.
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Questions
Frequently asked.
Why does the glass glow blue?
The blue LED lights while the kettle is actively heating and switches off at the boil. It is both a visual cue and a small piece of counter theater while you wait.
Does it automatically shut off?
Yes. The kettle shuts off once the water reaches a rolling boil. Lift it from the base mid-boil and the heating stops. Switch it on empty and the boil-dry sensor cuts power before any damage occurs.
How long does a full boil take?
About four to six minutes for the full 57 fl oz, depending on your starting water temperature. Boil a smaller amount for a single pour-over and it is quicker still.
What is borosilicate glass?
Borosilicate is a low-expansion glass that handles heat well and resists thermal shock better than ordinary soda-lime glass. It holds no flavor, so your water tastes clean every time.
Does the Sentinel Glass Kettle's spout filter keep limescale flakes out of my tea?
Yes. A fine mesh filter in the spout holds back scale particles. Pop it out once a week and rinse it under warm water.
Does any plastic touch the water?
No. The water sits in borosilicate glass on a stainless steel base plate, and a fine mesh filter in the spout keeps scale out of your cup.
How many pour-over mugs does the 1.7 L Sentinel Glass Kettle fill?
Six to seven mugs per full 57 fl oz (1.7 L) fill. For a single pour-over, boil a smaller amount and it heats quicker.
Glass vs stainless steel kettle: which should I get?
A glass kettle lets you watch the water heat, and glass holds no flavor, so the water tastes clean. A stainless steel kettle hides fingerprints and scale. Glass shows limescale sooner, so plan to descale it monthly.
Do you have a glass electric kettle?
Yes, the Sentinel Glass Kettle: high borosilicate glass, 57 fl oz (1.7 L), 1500 watts, a blue LED ring that lights the water as it heats, a cordless base, auto shut-off, boil-dry protection and a mesh filter in the spout to keep scale out of the cup. US, EU or UK plug.
Is an electric kettle worth it for coffee?
Yes. It heats faster than a pot, shuts off by itself, and models with temperature control give the right water for each brew, around 195 to 205°F for coffee and cooler for green tea. The Sentinel Glass Kettle boils 1.7 L at 1500 W with auto shut-off. With presets and a gooseneck for pour-over, the Sentinel Gooseneck Kettle.
Is a glass kettle easy to keep clean?
Yes, and you see the scale before it builds up. The Sentinel Glass Kettle is borosilicate glass with a mesh filter in the spout and a cordless base. Descale with equal parts water and white vinegar, as on our kettle pages, and wipe the base dry. For cleaning narrow spouts, the Barista Care Kit.
How long does delivery take?
Orders are processed within 1 business day and shipped with tracking. The tracking link is emailed as soon as your order ships.
Can I return it?
Yes. You have 30 days after delivery to return an unused item in its original packaging for a full refund. Email contact@frenchpressandco.com first and we will guide you through it. Return shipping is at your cost unless the item arrived damaged or faulty.
What if it arrives damaged?
Tell us within 48 hours with a photo and we replace or refund it, return at our cost.