Different types of teapots

The Cast Iron Teapot is a classic model. It's the ideal teapot for preparing tea according to ancestral traditions. It can be used for all types of tea, even intense teas that require longer steeping times.
The cast iron teapot has a unique design, allowing you to serve your tea elegantly, especially if you have a complete set. It retains heat well, so you can enjoy hot tea for a long time.
There are two types of cast iron teapots:

• Enameled cast iron teapot also called Tetsu kyusu is used for steeping tea, you cannot boil water in it. Most often they are equipped with a removable stainless steel filter. The interior is enameled to last over time and resist rust. It is generally made of ceramic, stoneware then dipped in an iron and carbon alloy cast.

• Cast iron kettle called Tetsubin is used to boil water, which is its primary function. The interior is not covered with enamel. It's its surface that allows iron to infiltrate the water during boiling, which will give the tea a different taste that is richer and less bitter. Tea prepared with the cast iron kettle is ideal for people lacking in iron but who particularly enjoy tea and don't want to give it up.

These teapots will appeal to those who like to prepare tea according to ancestral traditions.

The electric teapot

The electric teapot, not to be confused with a kettle, is sometimes called a tea machine. There are electric teapots that use capsules.
Electric teapots consist of a pot, an integrated infuser, and a lid. You can prepare several cups of tea depending on the pot's capacity. You can find certain features such as:

• automatic shut-off to prevent over-steeping,
• the kettle function,
• the auto-plunging basket removes the tea basket once steeping is complete,
• removable parts: The pot or auto-plunging basket for easy cleaning.

Some tea machines can prepare one or two cups, using loose tea or tea bags. They work like capsule teapots.

With The electric capsule teapot or tea machine, you can only prepare one or two cups, like coffee makers. Steeping time can be programmable or set according to the capsules.
They are very practical for daily tea consumption and allow you to enjoy tea at the right temperature and quickly appreciate the quality of your tea. They will integrate perfectly into your kitchen design.

Glass teapot

The glass teapot is ideal for delicate teas that require short steeping times. It's also used for all kinds of infusions: green, black, white tea, and flowering tea. The transparency of the glass teapot allows you to observe the tea brewing and more easily see when the infusion is complete. The transparency offers a visual experience in addition to a taste experience.
Glass is a durable, aesthetic material, resistant to scratches, corrosion, and rust, and doesn't absorb odors. It's also 100% recyclable. However, it remains fragile and retains less heat. Tea won't stay hot as long as in a cast iron or electric teapot. The smooth glass surface makes cleaning easier.
There are different models of glass teapots: the borosilicate glass teapot, the kettle teapot, and the glass teapot for travelers.

Borosilicate glass teapot

The glass teapot made of borosilicate is made from special glass that can withstand temperatures between -20 and 150°C, allowing it to be used as a kettle. If you use it as a kettle, remember that the handle will be hot as it's also made of glass. The tea will stay hot as glass retains heat well.

Glass kettle teapot

It can be used on all types of stoves except induction. The tea is prepared directly on the heat, unlike the enameled cast iron teapot where water must be heated beforehand. It can be used to heat water, very practical as you don't need both a kettle and a teapot. If you use it as a kettle, remember that the handle will also be hot as it's made of glass.

Glass teapots for travelers

You can carry your teapot with you and enjoy your tea. There are different models:

• glass bottle with infuser and protection to prevent glass cracking,
• double-walled bottle with infuser,
• the portable tea infuser.

It's also called a tea maker with an infuser that allows you to prepare just one cup.

Glass, cast iron, or electric teapots aren't the only models available: There are also clay teapots, stainless steel, or porcelain ones. There are also piston teapots and infusion teapots. Finally, cup teapots in glass, porcelain, or ceramic are very practical for enjoying tea anywhere.
More than just an accessory, a teapot can be a great gift idea. Check out our other topics:

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