Glass teapots: choice, pros and cons

Nowadays it is difficult to imagine a tea party without a teapot. This is an important element of kitchen utensils. And many housewives pay special attention to this subject, trying to choose a beautiful and reliable teapot that will show itself well in action and become an adornment of the kitchen.

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

The teapot is made of heat-resistant glass. Glass teapots do not absorb odors and do not emit harmful substances. When brewing various 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 laconic attribute of the kitchen. Glassware is easy to wash, it does not absorb dirt, and there is no trace of tea plaque on the walls. Such kettles can also be washed in the dishwasher.

Despite most of the positive aspects, a glass teapot has several drawbacks.One of them is the cooling property that glass has. Tea in glassware cools quickly. Also, glass models are not suitable for long tea ceremonies, since cooling tea tends to fade, loses its purity and transparency. Another disadvantage: intolerance to temperature extremes.

The range of teapots made of heat-resistant glass is very diverse.

Therefore, the teapot is also used to boil water. The standard volume of models is 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 occur.

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

This is the easiest option for brewing loose tea. Using a flask, the drink is filtered from small tea leaves and leaves. The filtered tea is clear and has a rich aroma.. For drink lovers, glassware with a strainer is also suitable. A pouring filter in the form of a strainer is located on the spout of the teapot, which makes the brewing process fascinating, and the drink becomes transparent without particles of tea leaves. Brewing in this way reveals the whole fragrant bouquet and the saturation of tea.

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

The sophisticated design is distinguished by its functionality and practicality. The model includes a grid for tea leaves, teapot and creamer. The brewing process is very exciting. You can 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 fortress. In order for the tea leaves to sink to the bottom, you must use the press of a button.

There are also models of dummies with double walls. Thanks to this arrangement of the case, tea retains temperature and aroma for a long time, acquiring a rich taste.

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

Another interesting model of a glass teapot is presented product with stand. The stand serves to heat 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 a strainer made of stainless steel and with a handle and a lid made of porcelain. The lid and pen can be decorated with hand-painted, which gives the appearance of style and aesthetics. Such models are suitable for festive table setting and cheer up.

Stylish model of a teapot with wooden legs will become an integral attribute of the tea ceremony. The kettle does not require a stand, because 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 the color of gilding. Included is a stand to protect the table from heating and dripping.

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

Hard-to-reach places of utensils must be kept clean and free from welding particles in time. Therefore, if the dishes are not washed immediately, you must buy models that can be washed in the dishwasher.

It is much easier to operate cylindrical glass teapots made of heat-resistant material. Models have a small spout. The nose is short, so it is easy to clean from the remnants of tea leaves and plaque. Such products look good in combination with glass cups.

The variety of glass teapots is great, but there are those that have already established themselves in the consumer market from the best side.

• One of the most popular manufacturers of glass teapots for brewing is a German company Gipfel. The assortment of the company presents a variety of models of different price categories. So, in the collection of dishes Gipfel there are models of the Glacier series with a piston or press with a volume of 350 ml or more. Products are made of heat-resistant material and are resistant to high temperature. The stylish combination of glass and metal fits perfectly into the interior of any kitchen. For connoisseurs of aesthetics, there is a series of Claris teapots with a press, presented in the color "pink gold".
• Dishes with a strainer collection Brilians in great demand, because the teapots of this series are convenient and easy to use. Heat-resistant glass is resistant to boiling water, and a fine mesh strainer does not pass a single tea. Such models can be washed in the dishwasher.
• Company Taller also produces a series of glass teapots for brewing. The Gregory series is presented by French presses of various decor and colors. Filtered models are produced under the Danlir 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 model company Mayer & boch. The German manufacturer produces stylish products from high quality material. All models are made of heat-resistant glass and stainless steel. The line of dishes includes simple products, products with a strainer and a flask, with a spout-drain and many others. It is worth noting models made of heat-resistant plastic and heat-resistant glass. The coloring of the products has bright shades and interesting color schemes, which will certainly raise the mood during tea drinking.
• German company Becker produces a series of teapots made of glass and plastic, which is resistant to high temperature. The assortment contains original models of various colors and shapes. The model of the classic round shape has the appearance of a product with a flask for brewing and a small spout-drain for convenient pouring of the drink.

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

But the disadvantage of a teapot made of such material is that It is not intended for various types of stoves and ovens. Refractory material is used for the manufacture of glass products. Such models are used on an open fire, but at the same time they can deform or crack with a sharp temperature drop.

Heat-resistant material is used in the manufacture of both teapots and pans for various hobs and ovens. Glass is resistant to heat and open flame. Most often, glass is used for products made of heat-resistant material, 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.

The choice of teapot 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 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 from which the brewing flask is located in a metal cup holder, like a French press.

Handles of dummies are made in various versions. Glass handles most often look like loops. Plastic handles come in the shape of an elongated staple. When choosing a kettle with a handle, the main thing is convenience and practicality.

The ideal teapot spout should be level with the neck of the product. The angle of contact of the nose to the body should be no more than 35 degrees. With a different arrangement, the spout will not be able to stop the liquid after the spill, dropping the remainder of the drink in the form of drops on the table surface.

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

A strainer is the main attribute of a glass teapot for brewing. Glass models use a metal mesh flask that rests on the neck of the kettle. The 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 keychain.

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

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

White ceramic and porcelain products give the teapot 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 the stainless steel cups. Such holes are able to let small particles of tea leaves pass.

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 for a long time.

To use the kettle properly, you need to consider some operating details.

1. Each brewing should pay attention to the cleanliness of the dishes. It should be free of plaque and residue of tea leaves.
2. The kettle should be moderately warm.
3. Water should be used soft, free from impurities. The tea leaves should be poured, distributing the tea leaves along the bottom.
4. Pour tea in several stages: pour water to 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 lid with a napkin. This will preserve the aroma of tea and prevent it from going outside.
6. After use, immediately wash the kettle.Do not leave the rest of the drink until the morning.
7. Store glassware in a dark, dry place. Do not leave the product near with smelling products and objects.
8. When cleaning the kettle, it is not recommended to rub the inside very much. To clean the kettle, it is enough to rinse the dishes with water without using any detergents and abrasive products.

In the next video, you will learn how to brew tea using a glass teapot with a button (TeaPot).