Glass teapots: choice, pros and cons

Nowadays it is difficult to imagine tea drinking without a teapot. This is an important element of kitchen utensils. And many housewives pay special attention to this item, trying to choose a beautiful and reliable kettle that will work well in business and become a decoration of the kitchen.

Such dishes are made from ceramics, glass, cast iron and porcelain. Fans of aesthetics prefer glass teapots. In them you can watch the overflow of shades of tea - from pale yellow to rich honey, from slightly greenish to deeper green.

Brewing dishes are made from heat-resistant glass. Glass teapots do not absorb odors and do not emit harmful substances. When brewing different varieties of tea, you can not be afraid that the drink will lose its properties, taste and aroma.

Transparent appearance attracts attention.

Another advantage of glass teapots is their simple appearance. Glass fits any interior and will become a stylish concise attribute of the kitchen. It is easy to wash glassware, it does not absorb pollution, and there are no traces of tea deposits on the walls. Also, these kettles can be washed in the dishwasher.

Despite the majority of positives, the glass teapot has several drawbacks. One of them is the property of cooling, which glass possesses. Tea in glassware cools rapidly. Also, glass models are not suitable for long tea ceremonies, as the cooling tea tends to fade, losing its purity and transparency. Another disadvantage: intolerance to temperature changes.

The range of teapots from heat resisting glass is very diverse.

Therefore, the teapot is also used for boiling water. Standard volume of models - 0.5-1 liters. To choose a glass teapot, you need to know what kind of tea it is intended for, and how the brewing process will take place.

Examples of products and features of the species are presented in the list below.

This is the easiest option for brewing loose tea. By means of a flask drink is filtered from small tea leaves and leaves. The filtered tea is clear and has a rich aroma.. For connoisseurs of the drink also suitable dishes with a strainer. The pouring filter in the form of a strainer is located on the spout of the kettle, which makes the brewing process fascinating, and the drink becomes transparent without particles of tea leaves. Brewing in this way reveals the entire aromatic bouquet and richness of tea.

Convenient and practical to use. The design of the model has the appearance of a flask with a press inside, which holds the tea leaves and prevents them from leaking into the drink. A French press is also suitable for making coffee. Strong and durable models are made from heat-resistant glass and stainless steel. Minus: in a glass flask, the drink cools quickly.

A complex structure is distinguished by its functionality and practicality. The model includes a grid for brewing, a teapot and a pancake. The brewing process is very exciting. It is possible to make tea in any conditions and without electricity. After boiling water gets inside the kettle, the drink is gradually brewed and acquires the desired shade of the fortress. In order for tea leaves to sink to the bottom, you must use a push of a button.

There are also models of teapots. with double walls. Thanks to such a device case, tea for a long time keeps the temperature and aroma, acquiring a rich taste.

Simple and comfortable are models with a strainer on a wooden cover. A small filter is attached on the inside of the lid in the form of a key fob. The key chain is made of steel or silicone, depending on the type of kettle.

Another interesting glass teapot model is presented product with stand. The stand serves to heat up the dishes from the flame of a candle. The candle heats the kettle and at the same time creates a romantic atmosphere.

There are glass models with stainless steel strainer and with a handle and a porcelain lid. The cover and pen can be decorated with hand-painted, which gives the appearance of style and aesthetics. Such models are suitable for a festive table setting and uplifting.

Stylish model of a teapot with wooden legs will become an essential attribute of the tea ceremony. The kettle does not require a stand, because the wooden legs protect the table surface from contact with hot glass.

For those who love luxury, manufacturers produce glass models with metal inserts decorated in gold color. Comes with a stand to protect the table from heat and droplets.

As a rule, glass teapots have a spherical shape. This type of case opens the tea bouquet correctly and gives the drink a rich aroma and taste. Square or cubic shapes should be large in order for the tea leaves to have more space.

Hard-to-reach places of dishes must be kept clean and free from particles of tea leaves. Therefore, if dishes do not wash immediately, you need to buy models that can be washed in a dishwasher.

It is much easier to operate cylindrical glass kettles of heat-resistant material. Models have a small spout-drain. The nose is not long, so it is easy to clean it from the remnants of tea leaves and bloom. Such products look good in combination with glass cups.

The variety of glass teapots is large, but there are some that have already proven themselves in the consumer market from the best side.

• One of the most popular manufacturers of glass teapots for welding is a German company. Gipfel. The assortment of the company presents a variety of models in different price categories. So, in the Gipfel tableware collection there are models of the Glacier series with a piston or a press with a volume of 350 ml and more. Products are made of heat-resistant material and resistant to high temperature. The stylish combination of glass with metal will perfectly fit into the interior of any kitchen. For connoisseurs of aesthetics, there is a series of Claris kettles with a press, presented in the color of "rose gold".
• Cookware with strainer collection Brilians is in great demand, because the teapots in this series are convenient and easy to use. Heat-resistant glass is resistant to boiling water temperature, and the fine mesh strainer does not miss a single tea. Such models can be washed in the dishwasher.
• Company Taller also engaged in the release of a series of glass kettles for brewing. The Gregory series is represented by French presses of various décor and colors. Filtered models are produced under the Dunlyr series. They have a round shape and a strainer, which is made of stainless steel. Volumes of products 350, 600 and 800 ml.
• Another glass company Mayer & boch. The German manufacturer produces stylish products from high quality material. All models are made of heat-resistant glass and stainless steel. In the line of dishes are simple products, products with a strainer and a flask, with spout-drain and many others. It is worth noting the model of heat-resistant plastic and heat-resistant glass. The colors of the products have bright colors and interesting colors, which will certainly lift the mood during tea drinking.
• German company Becker produces a series of teapots made of glass and plastic, which is resistant to high temperatures. The range includes original models of various colors and shapes. The model of a classic round shape looks like a product with a flask for brewing and a small spout-drain for convenient spilling of the drink.

When choosing glassware, you must first understand the types of glass and their features. Kettles of heat-resistant material perfectly withstand temperature changes. Heat-resistant glass is also used in the manufacture of tea and tableware.

But the lack of a teapot from such a material is that It is not intended for various types of stoves and ovens. For the manufacture of glass products used refractory material. Such models are used on an open fire, but they can be deformed or crack with a sharp temperature drop.

Heat-resistant material is used in the production of both kettles and pans for various cooking surfaces and ovens. Glass is resistant to heat and open fire. Most often for products made of heat-resistant material use glass, the composition of which includes boron oxide (borosilicate glass).

Glass teapots are also painted with various ornaments, patterns and beautiful drawings. therefore You can choose a kettle for everyday use and tea drinking, as well as for tea ceremonies and as a gift.

By choosing a kettle for brewing should be approached carefully. It is also worth considering the details, namely the quality and material of the handle, the location of the spout of the kettle, the features of the lid and the strainer.

During the brewing process, the handle of the product heats up, which brings considerable inconvenience when pouring the drink into cups. To avoid unpleasant sensations, you need to buy a product in which the brewing flask is located in a metal cup holder, like a french press.

Handles kettles are made in different versions. Handles made of glass often have the appearance of a loop. Plastic handles come in the form of an elongated bracket. When choosing a kettle with a handle, the main thing is convenience and practicality.

The perfect kettle spout should be level with the neck of the product. The angle of the spout to the body should not exceed 35 degrees. At another location, the spout will not be able to stop the liquid after the spill, dropping the rest of the drink in the form of drops on the table surface.

Covers are made from glass, plastic and metal. In cheap models use plastic. Plastic covers are found in dishes made of heat-resistant material, but the design also includes an insert filter made of steel. Covers from plastic are equipped with the button on the case. Such system of the mechanism is combined with the handle. Metal and glass handles have a classic look with a holder on top, as in ordinary kettles.

The strainer is the main attribute of the glass teapot for brewing. In models of glass using a metal mesh flask, which relies on the neck of the kettle.A strainer helps filter the drink and makes it transparent and tasty. Some products are equipped with a filter on a chain in the form of a charm.

There are also products with a flask. The filter flask looks like an ordinary cup, but it has more advantages than a simple strainer:

• brewing leaves in the flask can move freely, which contributes to the circulation and full disclosure of the taste of the drink;
• as soon as the drink has reached the desired level of strength, the glass can be immediately pulled out, while the pure, saturated tea will remain in the container;
• The filter flask is suitable for any kind of tea: from small-leaved and granulated to large-leaf varieties, berry teas and herbal infusions.

Ceramics and porcelain in white gives the kettle aesthetics and sophistication. But when choosing ceramic or porcelain inserts, it should be borne in mind that the holes in the flask are larger than in stainless steel cups. Such openings are capable of passing small particles of tea leaves.

When buying a glass teapot, you should also inspect the product for chips, cracks and various defects.

Proper use and care can prolong the life of a glass teapot.

In order to properly use the kettle, it is necessary to take into account some details of the operation.

1. With each brewing should pay attention to the cleanliness of the dishes. It should be free of plaque and remnants of tea leaves.
2. The kettle should be moderately heated.
3. Water should be used soft, purified from impurities. Brewing should be poured, distributing tea leaves on the bottom.
4. It is necessary to pour tea in several stages: pour water in half, let it brew, after a while add water, leaving a space between the lid and the drink.
5. After brewing, close the spout and the lid with a napkin. This will preserve the aroma of tea and will not let it go outside.
6. After use, wash the kettle immediately. Do not leave the rest of the drink until the morning.
7. Keep glassware better in a dark, dry place. Do not leave the product near strong-smelling products and objects.
8. When cleaning the kettle is not recommended to strongly rub the inner surface. In order to clean the kettle, it is enough to rinse the dishes with water without using any detergents and abrasives.

In the next video you will learn about the procedure for brewing tea using a glass teapot with a button (TeaPot).