Guest guest Posted May 9, 2011 Report Share Posted May 9, 2011 this does sound refreshing! i'm thinking that i might freeze some tea tea and use as part of the ice when doing this. sounds really great for hot summer days! ammello > > I made this with fresh brewed tea, honey and lots of ice. It is very refreshing. Might try it again and add in a few frozen strawberries and some lemon juice. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 9, 2011 Report Share Posted May 9, 2011 Sounds delicious, my husband has been drinking lots of home made iced tea instead of soda these days - yay!!On Mon, May 9, 2011 at 11:48 AM, movieZombie <ammello@...> wrote: this does sound refreshing! i'm thinking that i might freeze some tea tea and use as part of the ice when doing this. sounds really great for hot summer days! ammello > > I made this with fresh brewed tea, honey and lots of ice. It is very refreshing. Might try it again and add in a few frozen strawberries and some lemon juice. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 11, 2011 Report Share Posted May 11, 2011 I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 11, 2011 Report Share Posted May 11, 2011 I have become addicted to all of the herbal loose teas and just sort of mix them together. Son gave me some Teavana for Mother's Day! Blueberry and pineapple, delish. > > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 I started last summer making sun tea in quart canning jars on my front porch. Used to make it in a huge gallon jug but had it spoil before I could drink it. Found quarts perfect because they can go right in fridge. Usually I am the only one drinking it so quarts are perfect, keeping several going. Great idea on simple syrup. Velda On 5/11/2011 1:02 PM, Terry Pogue wrote: > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. > > > > > > ------------------------------------ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 Just a heads up on reusing plastic containers that juices come in-it is not recommended to do so, since the plastic starts to leach chemicals as they develop small cracks over time, after their initial intended use. http://environment.about.com/od/healthenvironment/a/plastic_bottles.htm I found some wonderful glass pitchers for a couple of dollars at Ross stores and I use mason jars often as well. > > > > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 12, 2011 Report Share Posted May 12, 2011 just curious do you try to use " made in usa " glass these days? I am trying. I have found several glass items I like at local groceries and at walmart which are tagged as Anchor Hocking " glass made in US and I am gradually replacing plastic with glass since I saw repeated reports as you stated on leaching of plastic. Velda -----Original Message----- From: " " <berrywell@...> Subj: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thu May 12, 2011 4:46 am Size: 2K Just a heads up on reusing plastic containers that juices come in-it is not recommended to do so, since the plastic starts to leach chemicals as they develop small cracks over time, after their initial intended use. http://environment.about.com/od/healthenvironment/a/plastic_bottles.htm I found some wonderful glass pitchers for a couple of dollars at Ross stores and I use mason jars often as well. > > > > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. > > > ------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 Velda, I do try to find made-in-USA products of all kinds. I LOVE Anchor glass-I have all of their measuring cups, baking dishes, etc. I use their glass pie plates for sprouting, instead of my old plastic sprouters. I am also a huge fan of Corelle ware-it is made in USA too. I replaced all of my dishes, bowls and mugs with Corelle for several reasons, and I really like it. It takes up less space in my cupboards than heavier plates and dishes. (mainly I wanted to get rid of dishes that might contain lead glazes) Let me know of any other brands you come across and I will do the same for you!From: solomon@... <solomon@...>Subject: Re: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thursday, May 12, 2011, 2:35 PM just curious do you try to use "made in usa" glass these days? I am trying. I have found several glass items I like at local groceries and at walmart which are tagged as Anchor Hocking" glass made in US and I am gradually replacing plastic with glass since I saw repeated reports as you stated on leaching of plastic. Velda -----Original Message----- From: "" <berrywell@...> Subj: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thu May 12, 2011 4:46 am Size: 2K Just a heads up on reusing plastic containers that juices come in-it is not recommended to do so, since the plastic starts to leach chemicals as they develop small cracks over time, after their initial intended use. http://environment.about.com/od/healthenvironment/a/plastic_bottles.htm I found some wonderful glass pitchers for a couple of dollars at Ross stores and I use mason jars often as well. > > > > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. > > > ------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 Much appreciation and yes I will let you know. It's not only the Made in the US for our country supporting our workers but esp it is the fact that stuff from China keeps coming up contaminated with various stuff including lead and mercury. I also, of course worry about plastic and am replacing as much of it as I can. I have stainless steel measuring cups which I love! I will have to look for more pieces of Anchor. Mostly I have seen mugs (two types) and bowls and plates. I like Corelle too but did not know it was made exclusively in US. Guess I better get it out. I do have a set of glass plates from France which I trust and also love. Velda On 5/13/2011 4:50 AM, Berry wrote: Velda, I do try to find made-in-USA products of all kinds. I LOVE Anchor glass-I have all of their measuring cups, baking dishes, etc. I use their glass pie plates for sprouting, instead of my old plastic sprouters. I am also a huge fan of Corelle ware-it is made in USA too. I replaced all of my dishes, bowls and mugs with Corelle for several reasons, and I really like it. It takes up less space in my cupboards than heavier plates and dishes. (mainly I wanted to get rid of dishes that might contain lead glazes) Let me know of any other brands you come across and I will do the same for you! From: solomon@... <solomon@...> Subject: Re: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thursday, May 12, 2011, 2:35 PM  just curious do you try to use "made in usa" glass these days? I am trying. I have found several glass items I like at local groceries and at walmart which are tagged as Anchor Hocking" glass made in US and I am gradually replacing plastic with glass since I saw repeated reports as you stated on leaching of plastic. Velda -----Original Message----- From: "" <berrywell@...> Subj: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thu May 12, 2011 4:46 am Size: 2K Just a heads up on reusing plastic containers that juices come in-it is not recommended to do so, since the plastic starts to leach chemicals as they develop small cracks over time, after their initial intended use. http://environment.about.com/od/healthenvironment/a/plastic_bottles.htm I found some wonderful glass pitchers for a couple of dollars at Ross stores and I use mason jars often as well. > > > > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. > > > ------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 As much as I favor US-made products, I have an Anchor Hocking half-gallon/2-l measuring cup that I use for juicing that has the LOUSIEST pour of any of my measuring cups, and offhand I can think of a half-dozen I own, four of which are vintage (i.e. real borosilicate) Pyrex. The pour is, in fact, so bad as to be almost unusable and I have to dip into it with a smaller measure in order to put up my juice. I don't know if their smaller measuring cups have the same problem (I know they're of identical design) but be aware of this if you actually need a very large, FUNCTIONAL, liquid measure. Re: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thursday, May 12, 2011, 2:35 PM just curious do you try to use "made in usa" glass these days? I am trying. I have found several glass items I like at local groceries and at walmart which are tagged as Anchor Hocking" glass made in US and I am gradually replacing plastic with glass since I saw repeated reports as you stated on leaching of plastic. Velda -----Original Message----- From: "" <berrywell@...> Subj: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thu May 12, 2011 4:46 am Size: 2K Just a heads up on reusing plastic containers that juices come in-it is not recommended to do so, since the plastic starts to leach chemicals as they develop small cracks over time, after their initial intended use. http://environment.about.com/od/healthenvironment/a/plastic_bottles.htm I found some wonderful glass pitchers for a couple of dollars at Ross stores and I use mason jars often as well. > > > > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 I have never had a problem with my Anchor pour spout-perhaps yours is flawed? I have one of their huge measuring cups with a cheeky red lid-just love it. I am also a Pyrex fan. I came across a wonderful set of vintage Pyrex beakers that are among my favorites-here is one that I am using in a video, but I have the whole set, ranging from a shot glass size up to one you could give a baby a bath in, lol.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrSOOiRMk3c--- On Fri, 5/13/11, <kareningotham@...> wrote:From: <kareningotham@...>Subject: Re: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Friday, May 13, 2011, 8:14 PM As much as I favor US-made products, I have an Anchor Hocking half-gallon/2-l measuring cup that I use for juicing that has the LOUSIEST pour of any of my measuring cups, and offhand I can think of a half-dozen I own, four of which are vintage (i.e. real borosilicate) Pyrex. The pour is, in fact, so bad as to be almost unusable and I have to dip into it with a smaller measure in order to put up my juice. I don't know if their smaller measuring cups have the same problem (I know they're of identical design) but be aware of this if you actually need a very large, FUNCTIONAL, liquid measure. Re: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thursday, May 12, 2011, 2:35 PM just curious do you try to use "made in usa" glass these days? I am trying. I have found several glass items I like at local groceries and at walmart which are tagged as Anchor Hocking" glass made in US and I am gradually replacing plastic with glass since I saw repeated reports as you stated on leaching of plastic. Velda -----Original Message----- From: "" <berrywell@...> Subj: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thu May 12, 2011 4:46 am Size: 2K Just a heads up on reusing plastic containers that juices come in-it is not recommended to do so, since the plastic starts to leach chemicals as they develop small cracks over time, after their initial intended use. http://environment.about.com/od/healthenvironment/a/plastic_bottles.htm I found some wonderful glass pitchers for a couple of dollars at Ross stores and I use mason jars often as well. > > > > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 No flaw, just useless when full and yes, I'm strong enough to handle it well. I might work well enough for batter and such but for juice? Nyet. Re: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thursday, May 12, 2011, 2:35 PM just curious do you try to use "made in usa" glass these days? I am trying. I have found several glass items I like at local groceries and at walmart which are tagged as Anchor Hocking" glass made in US and I am gradually replacing plastic with glass since I saw repeated reports as you stated on leaching of plastic. Velda -----Original Message----- From: "" <berrywell@...> Subj: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thu May 12, 2011 4:46 am Size: 2K Just a heads up on reusing plastic containers that juices come in-it is not recommended to do so, since the plastic starts to leach chemicals as they develop small cracks over time, after their initial intended use. http://environment.about.com/od/healthenvironment/a/plastic_bottles.htm I found some wonderful glass pitchers for a couple of dollars at Ross stores and I use mason jars often as well. > > > > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. > > > _ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2011 Report Share Posted May 13, 2011 I meant "IT might work well"; sorry! Re: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thursday, May 12, 2011, 2:35 PM just curious do you try to use "made in usa" glass these days? I am trying. I have found several glass items I like at local groceries and at walmart which are tagged as Anchor Hocking" glass made in US and I am gradually replacing plastic with glass since I saw repeated reports as you stated on leaching of plastic. Velda -----Original Message----- From: "" <berrywell@...> Subj: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thu May 12, 2011 4:46 am Size: 2K Just a heads up on reusing plastic containers that juices come in-it is not recommended to do so, since the plastic starts to leach chemicals as they develop small cracks over time, after their initial intended use. http://environment.about.com/od/healthenvironment/a/plastic_bottles.htm I found some wonderful glass pitchers for a couple of dollars at Ross stores and I use mason jars often as well. > > > > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. > > > _ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2011 Report Share Posted May 14, 2011 I will watch out for that. I need some new glass measures. Husband "borrowed" both my 4 cup and my 1 cup to measure paint or something. I got them back, but somehow the numbers are barely visible now. Harumph. Velda On 5/13/2011 5:14 PM, wrote: As much as I favor US-made products, I have an Anchor Hocking half-gallon/2-l measuring cup that I use for juicing that has the LOUSIEST pour of any of my measuring cups, and offhand I can think of a half-dozen I own, four of which are vintage (i.e. real borosilicate) Pyrex. The pour is, in fact, so bad as to be almost unusable and I have to dip into it with a smaller measure in order to put up my juice. I don't know if their smaller measuring cups have the same problem (I know they're of identical design) but be aware of this if you actually need a very large, FUNCTIONAL, liquid measure. Re: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thursday, May 12, 2011, 2:35 PM just curious do you try to use "made in usa" glass these days? I am trying. I have found several glass items I like at local groceries and at walmart which are tagged as Anchor Hocking" glass made in US and I am gradually replacing plastic with glass since I saw repeated reports as you stated on leaching of plastic. Velda -----Original Message----- From: "" <berrywell@...> Subj: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thu May 12, 2011 4:46 am Size: 2K Just a heads up on reusing plastic containers that juices come in-it is not recommended to do so, since the plastic starts to leach chemicals as they develop small cracks over time, after their initial intended use. http://environment.about.com/od/healthenvironment/a/plastic_bottles.htm I found some wonderful glass pitchers for a couple of dollars at Ross stores and I use mason jars often as well. > > > > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2011 Report Share Posted May 14, 2011 A USA Company Made in America is "Tervis Tumblers" I have one a 16 ounce I keep filled with water it comes with a lid with a straw or a sipping lid for coffee and is unbreakable PBA safe in different sizes You might want check them out. www.TervisTumbler.com From: solomon@...Date: Fri, 13 May 2011 23:15:53 -0700Subject: Re: Re: Ice tea slushie I will watch out for that. I need some new glass measures. Husband "borrowed" both my 4 cup and my 1 cup to measure paint or something. I got them back, but somehow the numbers are barely visible now. Harumph. VeldaOn 5/13/2011 5:14 PM, wrote: As much as I favor US-made products, I have an Anchor Hocking half-gallon/2-l measuring cup that I use for juicing that has the LOUSIEST pour of any of my measuring cups, and offhand I can think of a half-dozen I own, four of which are vintage (i.e. real borosilicate) Pyrex. The pour is, in fact, so bad as to be almost unusable and I have to dip into it with a smaller measure in order to put up my juice. I don't know if their smaller measuring cups have the same problem (I know they're of identical design) but be aware of this if you actually need a very large, FUNCTIONAL, liquid measure. Re: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thursday, May 12, 2011, 2:35 PM just curious do you try to use "made in usa" glass these days? I am trying. I have found several glass items I like at local groceries and at walmart which are tagged as Anchor Hocking" glass made in US and I am gradually replacing plastic with glass since I saw repeated reports as you stated on leaching of plastic.Velda-----Original Message-----From: "" <berrywell@...>Subj: Re: Ice tea slushieDate: Thu May 12, 2011 4:46 amSize: 2K Just a heads up on reusing plastic containers that juices come in-it is not recommended to do so, since the plastic starts to leach chemicals as they develop small cracks over time, after their initial intended use.http://environment.about.com/od/healthenvironment/a/plastic_bottles.htmI found some wonderful glass pitchers for a couple of dollars at Ross stores and I use mason jars often as well. > >> > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet.> >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2011 Report Share Posted May 14, 2011 I use them all the time. Got my first two from the FAU bookstore when I visited my son for parents weekend. Bed, Bath and beyond sells them along with the lid and more straws in several sizes and designs. > > > > > > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2011 Report Share Posted May 14, 2011 Ok, after much searching I finally found on their site what these cups are made of: http://www.tervis.com/FAQ.aspx#What_are_Tervis_Tumblers_made_of_ As of January, 2011, we have completed the transition of our entire line of Tervis tumblers to Eastman Tritan™. So I have been switching to glass vs plastics because of concerns. Anyone know about this new stuff called Eastman Tritan? Velda On 5/14/2011 4:04 AM, ml hummingbird wrote: a is "Tervis Tumblers" I have one a 16 ounce I keep filled with water it comes with a lid with a straw or a sipping lid for coffee and is unbreakable PBA safe in different sizes You might want check them out. www.TervisTumbler.com From: solomon@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2011 Report Share Posted May 14, 2011 Isn't that what the Vitamix containers are made of? Re: Re: Ice tea slushie Ok, after much searching I finally found on their site what these cups are made of: http://www.tervis.com/FAQ.aspx#What_are_Tervis_Tumblers_made_of_ As of January, 2011, we have completed the transition of our entire line of Tervis tumblers to Eastman Tritanâ„¢. So I have been switching to glass vs plastics because of concerns. Anyone know about this new stuff called Eastman Tritan? Velda On 5/14/2011 4:04 AM, ml hummingbird wrote: a is "Tervis Tumblers" I have one a 16 ounce I keep filled with water it comes with a lid with a straw or a sipping lid for coffee and is unbreakable PBA safe in different sizes You might want check them out. www.TervisTumbler.com From: solomon@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2011 Report Share Posted May 14, 2011 Eastman tritan is indeed what Vitamix containers are made of! Good stuff, as we well know! a is "Tervis Tumblers" I have one a 16 ounce I keep filled with water it comes with a lid with a straw or a sipping lid for coffee and is unbreakable PBA safe in different sizes You might want check them out. www.TervisTumbler.com From: solomon@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2011 Report Share Posted May 14, 2011 Great news. I think I will order hubby a cup from those people with his name on it for Father's Day (too long to wait for birtthday-it was last Monday!). Velda On 5/14/2011 1:05 PM, Berry wrote: Eastman tritan is indeed what Vitamix containers are made of!  Good stuff, as we well know! a is "Tervis Tumblers" I have one a 16 ounce I keep filled with water it comes with a lid with a straw or a sipping lid for coffee and is unbreakable PBA safe in different sizes You might want check them out. www.TervisTumbler.com From: solomon@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2011 Report Share Posted May 14, 2011 Sorry, I live in FL and temps are already in the 90's. > >> I made this with fresh brewed tea, honey and lots of ice. It is very refreshing. Might try it again and add in a few frozen strawberries and some lemon juice. > >> > >> > >> > > > > > > > > ------------------------------------ > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2011 Report Share Posted May 14, 2011 Never let "non food" stuff touch your food goodies! Residues of paint are not something you want to eat! Tell hubby to get his OWN gadgets, lol. From: solomon@... <solomon@...> Subject: Re: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thursday, May 12, 2011, 2:35 PM just curious do you try to use "made in usa" glass these days? I am trying. I have found several glass items I like at local groceries and at walmart which are tagged as Anchor Hocking" glass made in US and I am gradually replacing plastic with glass since I saw repeated reports as you stated on leaching of plastic. Velda -----Original Message----- From: "" <berrywell@...> Subj: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thu May 12, 2011 4:46 am Size: 2K Just a heads up on reusing plastic containers that juices come in-it is not recommended to do so, since the plastic starts to leach chemicals as they develop small cracks over time, after their initial intended use. http://environment.about.com/od/healthenvironment/a/plastic_bottles.htm I found some wonderful glass pitchers for a couple of dollars at Ross stores and I use mason jars often as well. > > > > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2011 Report Share Posted May 14, 2011 We had temps close to 90 a week or so ago, then dropped back into 70's now into 60's and right now, at 10:30 p.m. it's only 54 but supposed to start raining tomorrow. There is a huge international bike race (The AMGEN) due to start tomorrow in Tahoe and they are expecting 10 to 12 inches of SNOW! Can you imagine racing over 40 mph on a narrow tire racing bike in the mountains in SNOW? Who would have thought in mid May. Velda On 5/14/2011 4:56 PM, flnancy1958 wrote: > Sorry, I live in FL and temps are already in the 90's. > > >>>> I made this with fresh brewed tea, honey and lots of ice. It is very refreshing. Might try it again and add in a few frozen strawberries and some lemon juice. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>> >>> >>> ------------------------------------ >>> >>> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2011 Report Share Posted May 14, 2011 Oh it's glass and was carefully cleaned. So carefully cleaned he cleaned off the lettering! Velda On 5/14/2011 7:09 PM, Berry wrote: Never let "non food" stuff touch your food goodies! Residues of paint are not something you want to eat! Tell hubby to get his OWN gadgets, lol. From: solomon@... <solomon@...> Subject: Re: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thursday, May 12, 2011, 2:35 PM  just curious do you try to use "made in usa" glass these days? I am trying. I have found several glass items I like at local groceries and at walmart which are tagged as Anchor Hocking" glass made in US and I am gradually replacing plastic with glass since I saw repeated reports as you stated on leaching of plastic. Velda -----Original Message----- From: "" <berrywell@...> Subj: Re: Ice tea slushie Date: Thu May 12, 2011 4:46 am Size: 2K Just a heads up on reusing plastic containers that juices come in-it is not recommended to do so, since the plastic starts to leach chemicals as they develop small cracks over time, after their initial intended use. http://environment.about.com/od/healthenvironment/a/plastic_bottles.htm I found some wonderful glass pitchers for a couple of dollars at Ross stores and I use mason jars often as well. > > > > I keep ice tea in the fridge all year 'round. I make it in a 4 cup measuring cup. Fill up the measuring cup put in two lipton tea bags. Stick it in the microwave for 4 minutes. Then I just put the cup, tea bags and all in the fridge until it's cold and off load it into a plastic container that originally had cranberry juice in it. I like the size because it sits on the fridge door. I usually have the cranberry jug filled as well as my measuring cup. We drink it all day long or I do. Neither of us drink it sweetened but I always have simple syrup in the fridge in case any visitor wants their tea sweet. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 16, 2011 Report Share Posted May 16, 2011 At 10:40 PM 5/14/2011, you wrote: > > >We had temps close to 90 a week or so ago, then dropped back into 70's >now into 60's and right now, at 10:30 p.m. it's only 54 but supposed to >start raining tomorrow. There is a huge international bike race (The >AMGEN) due to start tomorrow in Tahoe and they are expecting 10 to 12 >inches of SNOW! Can you imagine racing over 40 mph on a narrow tire >racing bike in the mountains in SNOW? Who would have thought in mid May. >Velda That's global warming for you. H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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