La Cafetière 12-Cup Replacement Jug, 1.5 Litre Borosilicate Glass

The 1.5-litre borosilicate glass jug gives a compatible cafetière a replacement beaker without needing to replace the whole press. If the frame and plunger are still usable, why buy an entirely new coffee maker? This is a jug only, intended for 12-cup La Cafetière models. It is dishwasher safe, which makes routine cleaning straightforward.

Everyday use

Use it as a replacement for a broken or missing beaker in a suitable cafetière, then continue making coffee with the press’s existing frame and plunger. Its round glass body and pouring spout are designed for the familiar cafetière format, while the 1.5-litre capacity is stated for this 12-cup version. The jug is made from borosilicate glass, described as heat resistant and resistant to thermal shock, it is not a replacement for the other parts of the coffee maker.

The practical first step is matching the jug to your existing press. La Cafetière describes it as compatible with almost all of its 12-cup cafetières, while fit with other brands is not assured. The listed dimensions are 11.8 cm wide by 18.5 cm high, so comparing those with your current beaker can help you judge whether it is the right shape and size. Buyers often praise the fit and say the jug does its job well, but feedback on durability is mixed: some find it sturdy, while others report breakages. Some also consider it smaller than expected, so the stated capacity and dimensions are worth bearing in mind.

Why it makes sense

Replacing just the glass jug can make sense when the rest of a cafetière is intact. It keeps the existing frame and plunger in use, rather than replacing a complete press when only the beaker needs attention. Buyers also mention the glass thickness positively, though those impressions do not guarantee how it will hold up in every kitchen.

Worth considering if you want a replacement for a La Cafetière 12-cup model and have checked the dimensions against your existing jug. It’s not for you if you need a complete cafetière, or if you cannot establish that this jug will fit your press. The listing also states that it comes in a gift box and has a 12-month guarantee, check the guarantee terms that apply to your purchase.

At a glance

• Type: Replacement cafetière jug
• Capacity: 1.5 litres
• Material: Borosilicate glass
• Colour: Transparent
• Dimensions: 11.8 cm wide x 18.5 cm high
• Compatibility: Almost all La Cafetière 12-cup cafetières, may fit other brands
• Cleaning: Dishwasher safe
• What’s included: One replacement jug
• Guarantee: 12 months

Before you decide

Does this include the whole coffee maker? No. The listed component is one replacement jug, so the existing frame and plunger need to be usable.

Will it fit a cafetière from another brand? It may, but compatibility with other brands is not guaranteed. Compare the stated dimensions and the shape with your current beaker before choosing it.

Can it go in the dishwasher? Yes. The product details state that the jug is dishwasher safe.

Is it worth it?

This is a focused replacement rather than a new way to make coffee: its appeal is keeping a suitable 12-cup cafetière in service by changing only the glass beaker. The stated capacity, borosilicate construction and dishwasher-safe finish cover the main practical questions, while the buyer feedback offers a mixed picture on durability and perceived size. If your existing press is a compatible La Cafetière model and its other parts are sound, replacing the jug is a straightforward approach. For an unconfirmed fit or a press that needs more than a new beaker, a complete replacement cafetière may be the more suitable route.