Look, I get it. You’re in a hurry. You flick the switch and walk away. But you’re boiling enough water to baptize a small dog.
That extra water? It’s not free. It takes energy, dear friend. Real, actual electricity that makes your meter spin like a breakdancer.
And for what? So you can pour half of it down the sink when you realize you only wanted one cup? That’s a crime against physics and your wallet.
Why We Overfill (And How to Stop)
We do it out of habit. Or laziness. Or that weird fear that the kettle might explode if it’s not full enough. Spoiler: it won’t explode.
Most kettles have a minimum fill line. Usually around one cup. Use that as your guide, not your soul’s deepest desire for a full tank.
Here’s a wild idea: measure your mug. Just once. Fill it with water, pour that into the kettle, and see how much you actually need. Mind-blowing, right?
