How to make hot water in Keurig Mini

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@jowomack , Joseph Womack , Depending on your Keurig model, the heating mechanism/shut off may be turning off.

If your coffee is not brewing as hot as it should be, then your heating mechanism has probably shut off. This is may be due to your water pump not functioning properly. When water is not being pumped through the brewer, the heating device shuts off to prevent the coffeemaker from overheating. Similarly, if the water pump is working but not at max efficiency, the coffeemaker signals the heating device to shut off. You will have to possibly reseat your water reservoir.

Found this suggestion from last link below: Try using room temperature water. Hold the brew button down for 5+ seconds and your Keurig should purge the remaining water. If that doesn’t help, kcupbarista.com recommends turning your machine upside down and give it a slap/spanking. Sometimes dried coffee/dust/dirt can get trapped in places that causes problems.

You can also try a thorugh cleaning of the Keurig to see if it solves your issue link #3 below.

There could also be parts failing, heat element, control board,etc., that would require diagnosing.

From the first link below you can possibly click on your model and get more info. and dismantling instruction to check parts/diagnose issue.

Keurig Coffee Maker Repair

http://coffeestylish.com/keurig-problems...

http://housewifehowtos.com/clean/how-to-...

Try descale the unit. I found article after purchasing 3rd unit that every month unit should be descaled even if using filtered water. Oils build up from coffee and water deposits. Gl

Use tap water. I did and problem has not recurred. I tried every one of these corrections to no avail.

My machine was a gift from my son and daughter in law. It never really gave me a full cup. Only a spot of tea. But what really bugs me. It was never HOT. ZERO steam no smell and I always had to re heat. Since it was a gift. I didn't return it. I should have. I just cleaned it plus, spanked it. (After all the issues I have to admit I enjoyed that) Let's see if this works. I have “well water" so I use bottled water 100%. Will try Distilled tomorrow

How to make hot water in Keurig Mini

i’d try the vinegar first because you probably already have some in the kitchen. If it’s not strong enough, then you can try a descaler but i’m guessing if it’s the Keurig descaler, it will cost alot more than vinegar.

good luck

My machine is only 6 months old and it’s doing the same thing! It takes 5 minutes of fiddling around to get the heating element to start. I don’t understand how coffee buildup can affect whether the heating element turns on though…not even connected…I will be calling keurig! I think I got a defective machine…

I ran vinegar through first and let it run through several cups Then, I unplugged the unit, cleaned the water tank and turned the unit upside to drain . This morning I “slapped" it prior to plugging it back in and it works like a charm. Now, I am running it several times to rid the vinegar.

Keurig disperses hot water regardless of what Keurig model you have. How you obtain, it is the difference, whether you have a Keurig model with a hot water button or the one that doesn’t have this feature.

All you need is to simply lift and then close the handle without inserting a K-cup pod and start brewing like you normally do while brewing coffee. Keurig will dispense hot water now.

keurig with hot water button- keurig K-Elite

Keurig without hot water button- other Keurig model

yes, you get hot water from Keurig with any model you have

We love making a cup of delicious, hot coffee in an instant with our Keurig coffee machines. But these machines don’t stop at coffee, they have a few other tricks up their sleeves as well. You can use your Keurig to dispense hot water for tea, instant noodles, oatmeal, or anything else you may need hot water for!

The good news is that you can produce hot water with most Keurig models including the popular Duo model, see in our keurig duo vs hamilton beach flexbrew comparison. You can dispense hot water using the single serve section without coffee grounds or a K-Cup Pod in place.

Do All Keurig Models Make Hot Water?

With new models and advancements to Keurig machines every year, it’s no surprise that one of the newer features is a hot water stream. That means some of the Keurig models on the market can deliver hot water with a simple touch of a button.

Even the models that don’t have this feature can still deliver hot water for you. All you have to do is run the machine without a pod in the compartment. If you do this, you will get a stream of plain hot water in place of coffee. If you do decide on this method, you might consider running one rinse cycle first. This will prevent you from using water that might have a slight coffee taste from the last batch.

Also see: Do All Keurigs have a Water Filter?

How Much Hot Water Can a Keurig Produce?

How much hot water your Keurig can produce will depend on a few things. For the models that don’t have a specific hot water button, they will be able to produce the same amount of hot water as they can coffee. If your Keurig model has an option for 6 ounces, 8 ounces, or 10 ounces, then that is the amount of water you will get. If you need more, you can run the cycle a second time.

The models that do include a hot water dispenser will be able to produce as much hot water as they have in the reservoir. If you have a 78 ounces reservoir, then you could make 78 ounces of hot water.

The Top 2 Keurig Models With Water Dispensers

Keurig K-Elite

The Keurig K-Elite is one of the more premium single-cup brewers in the Keurig lineup. It offers tons of special features giving you many more options when it comes to using your Keurig. You can choose cup size, coffee brew strength, and many other controls on the Keurig K-Elite. It all comes in a stylish setup, with a brushed finish and metal details, meaning you won’t mind having this on display in your kitchen. Plus, it comes in three unique colors. This model includes a button for hot water on demand plus a huge water reservoir of 75 ounces meaning you can keep the hot water flowing for a while!

Benefits of the Keurig K-Elite

  • Hot water dispenser
    • 75-ounce water reservoir
      1. Multiple cup size options ranging from 4 – 12 ounces
      2. Iced coffee setting
      3. Quiet brew technology
      4. Easy controls
      5. Brewer maintenance reminder
      6. Auto-on to turn your machine on in the morning
      7. Temperature setting between 187 and 192 degrees
      8. Brews in under a minute
      9. Removable drip tray

Keurig K-Select

One of our favorite things about the Keurig K-Select is that it comes in 7 different fun colors! No matter what your kitchen’s color palette is, you should be able to find a K-Select that complements it perfectly. With simple button controls and plenty of special features, you’ll be eager to use your K-Select each morning. While this model is more economical than the K-Elite, it features nearly as many exciting features. The slightly smaller 52-ounce water reservoir can make up to five cups of coffee before needing to be refilled. To get hot water, all you have to do is open and close the brewer handle with no pod inserted, and then choose how much hot water you would like by choosing a cup size.

Benefits of the Keurig K-Select

  • Easy to dispense hot water
    • Multiple cup size options ranging from 6 – 12 ounces
    • Descale maintenance reminder

Keurig K-Mini/K-Mini Plus

If you’re looking for something small and sleek that won’t take up much space on your counter, the Keurig K-Mini is the choice for you. This long-time favorite model is perfect for studios, dorms, RVs, or any small space you might need a coffee machine in. This coffee machine comes in fun colors as well, helping you to brighten up any space you keep it in. Another bonus of this model is that it always delivers the perfect amount of water. However much you fill up, that’s how much hot water will come out. All you have to do is fill up the water reservoir and then open and close the pod compartment, leaving it empty. Then hit brew, and you’ll have just the right amount of hot water that you need.

Benefits of the Keurig K-Mini/K-Mini Plus

  • Easy to dispense hot water
    • Brews the perfect cup size between 6 – 12 ounces

Keurig K-Supreme Plus

This Keurig model is the smartest one yet. Not only does it have the MultiStream Technology, but you can program up to three preference favorites for easy brewing. The MultiStream technology extracts even more flavor and aroma when brewing your coffee! To make hot water with this model, simply choose your cup size, open and close the pod compartment without putting in a pod, and hit brew! With a large water reservoir and no wait time in between brews, you can make as much hot water as you could need.

Benefits of the Keurig K-Supreme Plus

  • Easy to dispense hot water
    • Multiple cup sizes from 4 – 12 ounces
    • No wait time between brews

Which Is The Best For Hot Water?

The Keurig K-Elite is the best option for those who want to dispense hot water very regularly. Since it has a designated hot water dispenser button, it’s the easiest model to get hot water from. That being said, any Keurig model that you have will work just as well. You just might need to run a rinse cycle before using the hot water from other models so that you don’t get a slight coffee taste. You can use the hot water from your Keurig to make yourself a cup of tea, instant noodles, oatmeal, or anything else that only needs hot water. The options are endless!