In article <9uxad.54105$a85.5937@fed1read04>,
Dennis M. Reed \"Califa\" > wrote:
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>"Mark Thorson" > wrote in message
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>> First, we will get rid of off-flavors introduced by contact
>> with the materials of the machine itself (in particular, plastics,
>> aluminum, brass, and stainless steel).
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>does stainless steel really affect the taste of hot water?

It seems to for me -- I bought one of the fancy stainless lined beverage mugs, but can't stand to use it, especially if I try
to drink something cool out of it without using the sippie-cup like lid. It's just awful.

Amy