How to Clean the Inside of a Glass Coffee Carafe
It is essential to regularly clean your glass coffee carafe if you want to get the most from your coffee. Here are a few simple steps to follow and dos and don’ts tips for how to clean the inside of your glass carafe:
Steps for Cleaning
- Empty and rinse the glass carafe with warm water.
- Use a mild soap and a sponge or cloth to scrub the inside of the carafe.
- Thoroughly rinse the inside of the carafe with warm or hot water.
- Fill the carafe with a mix of ½ water and ½ vinegar and let it sit for a few minutes.
- Swirl the solution around and then dump it out.
- Rinse out the carafe with hot water and let it air dry.
Dos and Don’ts
- DO swirl the soapy water around inside the carafe and through the spout to make sure you get all of the coffee oils.
- DO use vinegar to help remove coffee oils and stains.
- DON’T use abrasive cleaners or tools that may scratch the carafe.
- DON’T let coffee sit in the carafe for long periods of time as it can quickly stain and smell bad.
Following these simple steps and dos and don’ts tips should have your glass carafe looking and smelling like new in no time!
