Kara Pod Air-to-Water Coffee Maker
KKatie's Take
“There is a reason this one Time Invention of the Year Award! I have had a chance to partner with the Kara team and brought this gadget on the Weather Channel. Everyone that sees it is beyond amazed not only by the innovation but the craftsmanship. Have your favorite two beverages in style!”
Description
The Kara Pod is a countertop coffee maker that does something pretty remarkable. It pulls moisture directly from the air around it and turns it into fresh, purified water to brew your coffee. No water line or tap needed. It purifies every drop through UV light and filters before brewing with compostable pods. It was named a Time Magazine Invention of the Year.
Key Features
- Pulls water right out of the air to brew your coffee, no tap needed
- Purifies water through UV light and replaceable filters
- Brews 6, 10, or 12 oz using compostable coffee pods
- Produces up to about 1 gallon of fresh water per day
- Water is mineral-enriched for a clean, balanced taste
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