Water Urns and Pump Pots
The cRc is in the process of researching whether one may add cold water to hot water urns and pump pots on Yom Tov. A number of these devices claim that it is permitted to add water, and thus far, our testing has shown that – in certain devices – this claim is not accurate. We recommend that cold water should not be added to any urn or pump pot on Yom Tov, absent a contrary ruling from one’s local Halachic Authority.
Nescafe Taster’s Choice for Pesach
Nescafé Taster’s Choice Decaf coffee is recommended for use on Pesach when it bears an OU certification, even without a “P” (Kosher for Passover) designation.
