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Review on Stovetop-Safe Glass Teapot With Removable Infuser For Blooming & Loose-Leaf Tea - 33.8Oz Capacity by Douglas Berry

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great Glass Teapot for Personal Use, Glass Infuser is an Excellent Feature

I wanted an all glass teapot and infuser for brewing loose leaf and herbal teas, and this is a great and affordable option for personal use (I paid around $20 for the 20.3 oz teapot). It would work fine for two people too. It has a nice traditional design to it, but the all glass construction gives a slightly modern feel. I noticed some design imperfections in terms of symmetry and alignment of the handle and spout, but it is apparently hand-crafted so I'm not surprised. I have absolutely no complaints given the price and its overall performance.Some tips:Pour slowly so that it does not spill out the top, and be careful to secure or remove the lid when pouring to prevent it from popping out by accident. I've had some spills and close calls when in a rush.The infuser is deep but the teapot is relatively wide, so I feel you need to make at least 12 oz to get a decent infusion.The glass infuser has 12 small slits on the bottom for circulation, which isn't ideal but probably necessary to preserve sturdiness. I tend to lift and reset the infuser once or twice during steeping to encourage better circulation.The glass is medium thickness at best, so handle with some caution and care, especially the glass infuser. If you do break the infuser, all is not lost because it will accommodate most generic stainless steel infusers (double check your measurements) although you will not be able to use the lid while steeping.A reminder that this is not double-walled/insulated, so your tea will quickly cool down unless you put it on a low flame, which it is capable of handling.

Pros
  • Dinnerware & Serveware
Cons
  • Limited decorative options and designs