10 best teapots

At first glance at the Fissman teapot, it becomes clear that professionals have worked on its design. From dozens of monotonous models, it is distinguished by graceful lines, rich colors - aquamarine, purple, orange and chic sand. Material plays an important role - the company focuses on environmental friendliness and offers its admirers mainly ceramic teapots.

Users praise the quality of ceramics, emphasizing its durability and safety. Among the plus points are the well-thought-out shape and height of the spout, due to which the tea flows in a thin stream exactly into the cup. The manufacturer does not exaggerate the capacity of the case - it corresponds to 750 ml, which is quite enough for a family of 3-4 people.

The Simon teapot is a 18/10 stainless steel container. This is a chromium-nickel alloy that is often used in the production of medium and premium cookware. The model behaves perfectly during operation - it does not rust, does not deform, it is easy to clean, including in the dishwasher. Its peculiarity lies in the possibility of using both as a kettle for boiling and as a teapot. Judging by the responses, it is very convenient to brew tea this way - less time is spent, fewer dishes get dirty, and the desired temperature is provided longer.

Taller has been producing this model for quite a long time, and a lot of reviews have been left on the network. Not a single complaint about the extraneous taste attached to drinks was found in them. Users point to the durability of the kettle - they have it for the 5th or even 6th year. In their opinion, it’s great that it can be heated on any type of stove - induction, electric, gas.

Yixing clay, mined in the Chinese city of Yixing, has a high content of kaolin and silicates. After firing, it receives a special structure of open and closed pores. It is thanks to them that the Yixing teapot cools slowly and allows the brewed drink to “breathe”. That is why such a teapot is the second most necessary (after the favorite sort of tea) purchase for true tea lovers and the subject of their sighing.

Author's teapots are made directly near Isin, exclusively by hand on a potter's wheel. The manufacturing traditions are passed on in secret to the inheritance, and in Russia the price of such products exceeds 10,000 rubles. Hot Contents has streamlined production and is creating a whole line of Yixing clay teapots at more affordable prices, while their quality is far superior to that of conventional ceramic teapots.

If the interior of the kitchen is made in the style of "hi-tech", you will not find a better teapot than the Apollo Very-Cherry. It is completely made of glass and metal, and the flask has the shape of a square. All these elements are fully consistent with the given style and successfully emphasize it. The materials are of high quality: although the glass is thin, it withstands temperature fluctuations well, the stainless steel handle practically does not heat up and fits comfortably in the hand, and the filter mesh does not let in small tea leaves and washes well.

It is important for future owners to take into account the volume of the container - the manufacturer indicates 650 ml, while the reviews report that it actually holds no more than 400 ml. The size of the teapot is also small - about a half-liter jar. In general, for a large family and in a large-sized kitchen, it will not work, but for 2-3 people and in Khrushchev - just right.

Those who have had tea in a Chinese restaurant know that tea is traditionally served here in cast iron teapots. At one time, such vessels were even inherited, they were so valued in the family for their durability and the ability to maintain a high temperature of the drink for a long time. Owners of a teapot from Mayer & Boch also have the opportunity to appreciate all its advantages, including the creation of a special atmosphere, the illusion of being in another era.

Despite the fact that cast iron teapots are much stronger than ceramic and porcelain ones, they also cannot be washed in dishwashers, and they most likely will not survive a fall on a hard floor. In addition, special care is needed: after use and washing, it is required to wipe the remaining moisture dry and generally keep the dishes dry. The enamel must not be allowed to scratch, otherwise rust will instantly appear. For the same reason, it is important to carefully inspect the product inside and out even before purchasing it.

Gong Fu Cha is an ancient tea ceremony in which tea is brewed many times. According to its canons, special teapots were created with a mechanism patented by the Kamzhove company. They are two glass flasks inserted into each other. Internal - brewing - has a hole at the bottom and a valve with a filter. When you press the red button located on the lid of the teapot, the valve opens and ready-made filtered tea enters the outer container.

The essence of this technology lies in the repeated spilling of a large portion of tea leaves with boiling water.Tea is prepared extremely quickly, in 15-20 seconds. As a result, in a couple of minutes you can prepare 1 liter of strong drink. At the same time, ordinary Ceylon tea withstands 3 straits, and the best tea varieties - up to 7 straits. In other countries, these kettles are also called tipotes or isipotes, and many hobbyists find them more convenient than French presses or traditional brewing kettles. It is also important that Kamjove products are durable - according to the experience of buyers, they last at least 5 years.

The Dulevo Porcelain Factory is not only the oldest (founded in 1832) and the largest enterprise in Russia, but also the largest manufacturer in Europe. Talented artists and sculptors have always worked in his unique workshops, whose works still adorn museums and art galleries around the world. The assortment is huge, but among the teapots it is necessary to single out the giant porcelain teapot from the “Russian” line. Its volume is as much as 4.5 liters, and this is a real samovar!

The painting on each product is made by hand, it is unique, and is not repeated anywhere else. The main themes of the images are flowers and landscapes. On some models, 24-carat gold is applied - this is a novelty of production, and it costs more, on average 7,000 rubles. Both those and other products look rich in a merchant's way, and the ergonomics are on top: the handle is comfortable, the spout is thin, and the lid does not fly off when the kettle is tilted due to the high sides. One thing - the vessel is heavy in itself (2 kg), and not everyone can lift it filled with one hand.

The choice of a ceramic teapot can be approached with enthusiasm and in every possible way to look closely at the shape, size, thickness, and the presence of defects. Or you can just buy offhand any teapot from Le Creuset and know for sure that you took the best of all possible options. And although the famous French company specializes more in cast iron cookware, it also knows a lot about ceramics. This is immediately felt by the weight of a small teapot of 0.6 l (there is also a 1.3 l one), by the mirror shine of the glaze, by the thickness of the metal in the removable filter.

The quality of the materials is so solid that the manufacturer allows the use of their products at the most extreme temperatures - up to +260 ° C. Moreover, it gives a 5-year warranty, a record in the entire cookware market. You can’t find fault with the glaze - it is bright, uniform, vitreous, respectively, completely protects the base material from absorbing moisture and odors. And the appearance of the teapot is simply magnificent, a special effect is created by the corporate gradient from black to the main one.

If chocolate, then Swiss, if a car, then German, if a porcelain teapot, then Danish and from VIVA Scandinavia. Once upon a time, the Danes managed to lure away the top five Saxon masters, who created the famous "porcelain school". Since then, pieces from Copenhagen have been valued and collected like paintings, and many of them sell for thousands of dollars.The teapot from the Nicola line has a more modest fate, but it has another value - the most friendly and loving company always gathers around it.

There is enough tea for everyone - 1.2 liters is 5 large cups, so there will be enough time to chat without being distracted by running around for a new portion. And when you want to keep quiet, you can consider the Scandinavian laconic design of the vessel. It reflects the basics of Scandinavian culture - simplicity, functionality, attention to detail. Following them, the designers came up with the idea to make the lid from natural cork, and the handle from metal, but so that it does not heat up. All in all, this teapot has everything for a special feeling of comfort and well-being, which in Scandinavia is called “hygge”.

The Danish company Eva Solo is already over 100 years old, and there is hardly a house in Scandinavia that does not have dishes under this brand. Even the Danish royal family uses it. An example of the perfect combination of beauty and functionality is the Cafe Solo teapot. The unusual shape of the jug, the unsurpassed quality of borosilicate glass and metal, elegant colors (dark blue, cold rose, light green, etc.) - there is absolutely nothing to complain about. It is no coincidence that the brand has almost 200 design awards, including the iF Design Award and the Red Dot Design Award. This is the merit of the designers of Tools Design, the most prestigious Danish design studio.

But the main thing that catches the eye in this particular model is a zippered cover, as strict as a tuxedo. Made of neoprene (foamed synthetic fabric), it perfectly retains heat and protects hands from burns.By the way, there is no lid familiar to everyone - it is replaced by a sealed cork. Thanks to her, the tea is brewed excellently, and the guests are completely delighted.