(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best teapots
We found 527 Reddit comments discussing the best teapots. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 221 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
21. FORLIFE Curve Teapot with Infuser, 24-Ounce, Turquoise
- Dishwasher safe
- Made from lead-free material
- Do not put on flame or heating element
- Let boiling water settle about 15-20-second before pouring
- Use baking soda dissolved in warm water to clean tea stain as needed
Features:
Specs:
Color | Turquoise |
Height | 5.5 Inches |
Length | 8 Inches |
Size | 24-Ounce / 710 ml |
Weight | 1.81 Pounds |
Width | 5.25 Inches |
22. Yama Glass "Sitka" Teapot (24oz)
Very attractive glass tea pot with an easy pour handle and non-drip spoutMade of heat resistant borosilicate glass22-Ounce capacityStylish stainless steel lid has built in permanent micromesh filter built for easy brewing of loose or flowering teaStovetop and microwave safe
Specs:
Height | 5 Inches |
Length | 8 Inches |
Size | 24OZ |
Weight | 0.31 Pounds |
Width | 3.5 Inches |
23. Sticky Rice Steamer Pot and Basket
- A premium quality aluminum sticky rice steaming pot, imported from Thailand, made by the very best manufacturer -- Diamond Brand
- The pot is just the right size for American stovetops, allowing you to make a generous portion suitable for large parties or just a few handfulls
- It stands 8" tall and approx 7.5" across
- A premium quality sticky rice steaming basket, imported from Thailand, handwoven from beautiful natural reeds and sewn across the top. Will last for years
- 100% Natural Wooden Basket
Features:
Specs:
Color | Ivory |
Height | 12.28 Inches |
Length | 12.99 Inches |
Size | W24 x H22.3 CM |
Width | 12.52 Inches |
24. Kamjove Press Art Tp-200 Glass Tea Cup Kung Fu Tea Pot With Filter
Capacity: 33.8fl oz/ 1000mlBorosilicate glass, food-grade material, safe and healthy.Patented Press Valve Water-Controllings Structure.The easy lift out infusion chamber makes it simple to discard the used leaves when desired.no leaking. Can control strength. High efficiency filtration to ensure mak...
25. FORLIFE Curve Teapot with Infuser, 45-Ounce, Black Graphite
- Dishwasher safe
- Made from lead-free material
- Do not put on flame or heating element
- Let boiling water settle about 15-20-second before pouring
- Use baking soda dissolved in warm water to clean tea stain as needed
Features:
Specs:
Color | Black Graph |
Height | 6.5 Inches |
Length | 9 Inches |
Size | 45-Ounce / 1330 ml |
Weight | 2.25 Pounds |
Width | 5.75 Inches |
26. Hario Cha Cha Kyusu"Fukami" Tea Pot, 450ml
Ease of use TeapotStainless Steel filter that's easy to use and is great for serving tea with the "fukamushi" green tea flavorHeatproof glass that has been heat treated to resist shattering450 ml CapacityDishwasher and heat safe
Specs:
Color | Stainless Steel |
Height | 0.1574804 Inches |
Length | 0.1968505 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 450-ml |
Weight | 0.77 Pounds |
Width | 0.2362206 Inches |
27. Hario"Pure" Leaf Tea Pot, 700ml
- Heat treated glass
- Stainless steel mesh strainer
- Glass lid
- 4-Cup size
- Glass handle
Features:
Specs:
Color | White |
Height | 5.75 Inches |
Length | 5.75 Inches |
Size | 700ml |
Weight | 0.85 Pounds |
Width | 5 Inches |
28. kamjove Glass Gongfu Teapot Press Art Tea Cup Teapot with Filter TP-140 300ml Heat-Resistant Glass
Capacity: 300ml; Length:80mm;Hight:120mm; Color:Clear TransparentHeat-resistant:-30 degrees - 150 degreesMaterial: High boron silicon glass Heat resistant glass
29. Teavana PerfecTea Tea Maker, 16 Ounce, Black
- An efficient simple and clean way to steep tea
- Add tea and water at the correct temperature then put the tea maker on your faavorite mug
- The patented drain mechanism will strain the tea into your cup and keep the leaves in the tea maker
- Four piece construction allows you to remove for cleaning and easy reassemble
- Material Plastic
Features:
Specs:
Color | Black |
Height | 4.29921259404 Inches |
Length | 5.99999999388 Inches |
Size | 16 Oz |
Weight | 0.82 Pounds |
Width | 6.40157479662 Inches |
30. Hiware 1000ml Glass Teapot with Removable Infuser, Stovetop Safe Tea Kettle, Blooming and Loose Leaf Tea Maker Set
This teapot is completely hand crafted, made from heat resistant borosilicate glass, specially designed with non dripping spout and perfect ergonomic handle for sturdy gripRemovable high-grade 18/10 stainless steel mesh infuser filter for loose teas or blooming teas, the lid fits the tea basket both...
Specs:
Color | Clear |
Height | 8.99999999082 Inches |
Length | 5.29921259302 Inches |
Size | 33 Oz |
Weight | 1.369 Pounds |
Width | 4.9999999949 Inches |
31. Tea Forte Kati Cup Ceramic Tea Infuser Cup with Infuser Basket and Lid for Steeping, Noir
- TEA CUP WITH INFUSER includes a double-wall ceramic tumbler, stainless steel loose leaf tea infuser basket and a lid
- STEEP THE PERFECT CUP of tea using your favorite loose leaf tea, use the lid to keep your tea hot while steeping, then rest the strainer basket on the lid to catch drips
- EXTRA FINE TEA INFUSER made from stainless steel is sturdy, easy to clean and keeps tea leaves inside the basket with no residue left in your cup
- INSULATED DOUBLE WALL design keeps tea warmer for longer than a traditional tea mug - pour hot water into the kati cup and allow to steep before handling
- ELEGANT DESIGN and function for an exceptional tea brewing experience, makes a most welcomed gift for tea lovers and pairs perfectly with our Single Steeps collection
Features:
Specs:
Color | Noir |
Height | 3.599999996328 Inches |
Length | 3.599999996328 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
Weight | 1.34 Pounds |
Width | 5.799999994084 Inches |
32. Hario 800ml Jumping Tea Pot - Hario JP-4
- Golden Plated Tea Straining Mesh
- Heat-Resistant Glass
- 800 ml capacity
- Classic teapot shape in glass format
- Designed and manufactured in Japan
Features:
Specs:
Color | Clear - Original Model |
Height | 19 Inches |
Length | 21 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 800ml |
Weight | 2 Pounds |
Width | 12 Inches |
33. Old Dutch Cast Iron Kyoto Teapot, 26-Ounce, Greek Wine
The heat-retaining properties of cast iron allow our tetsubin teapots to keep tea at the proper serving temperature for up to an hourThe porcelain enamel interiors keep the taste of the tea pure and allow for easy cleaningInfuser includedRinse out with warm water and hand dryWarranty not included
Specs:
Color | Greek Wine/26 oz/Kyoto |
Height | 6.5 Inches |
Length | 7.5 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 26 oz |
Weight | 4 Pounds |
Width | 6.25 Inches |
34. Purple Clay Tea Pot Yi Xing Clay Gaiwan Tea Cup, Black
- Name: Yixing purple clay gaiwan
- Capacity: about 150ml
- Specification: Diameter: about 8.2-8.5cm
- Material: purple clay
- Note: the size is measure by hand, mybe has few difference, based on the original item.
Features:
Specs:
Color | B |
Height | 2.7 Inches |
Length | 3.7 Inches |
Weight | 0.44 Pounds |
Width | 3.6 Inches |
35. Ecooe Tea Glass Teapot Safe Leaf Tea Pot 304 Stainless Steel Infuser Glass Tea Maker Kettle (900ml)
- Full Product Specifications: Click to view
Features:
Specs:
Color | Stainless Steel |
Height | 3.937 Inches |
Length | 7.71652 Inches |
Weight | 0.66 Pounds |
Width | 5.19684 Inches |
36. Juvale Black Cast Iron Tea Kettle Set for 2 - Contemporary Dutch Hobnail Design with Trivet, Two Cups - 1200 mL
Designed with a stainless steel infuser that allows for loose or bagged tea and ensures it will not alter or detract from the tasteComes in a Deep bright black and INCLUDES 2 100mL(3.4 oz) cups and a trivet designed specifically for the tea potTo clean, do not use any dish washing detergent. Instead...
Specs:
Color | Black |
Height | 5.9 Inches |
Length | 12.5 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 1200 mL |
Weight | 0.2125 Pounds |
Width | 8.8 Inches |
37. BODUM 16 oz Assam Teapot, 1 EA
Brew tea without removing the infuser17-ounce capacityDesigned for the British Tea CouncilAll parts are dishwasher safeHeat resistant borosilicate glass, BPA free plastic, handle and lid
Specs:
Height | 7.4 Inches |
Length | 8.4 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 1 EA |
Weight | 0.6 Pounds |
Width | 8.2 Inches |
38. Winco JB2932 Gooseneck Teapot, 32-Ounce,Stainless Steel,Medium
- Winco products are made to meet the high demands of a kitchen
- Trusted and reliable
- Winco products range from tabletop to kitchen utensils to food preparation supplies
- Winco products are used by all foodservice and hospitality industry experts worldwide
- Good quality product
Features:
Specs:
Color | DAA |
Height | 5.75 Inches |
Length | 9.24 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | Medium |
Weight | 0.1 Pounds |
Width | 3.75 Inches |
39. Primula Blue Floral Japanese Tetsubin Cast Iron Teapot Stainless Steel Infuser for Loose Leaf Tea, Durable Construction, Enameled Interior, 34 oz
- SET INCLUDES - (1) Blue floral 34 oz. Primula cast iron teapot with lid, (1) stainless steel infuser, use and care included in the package.
- SUPERIOR FILTRATION SYSTEM - The stainless steel fine mesh infuser filter is perfect for loose leaf teas, keeping sediment out of your cup. Ideal teapot for brewing your favorite cup of tea, whether it be your breakfast tea, afternoon tea or your bedtime tea. Whether you enjoy green tea, herbal tea, detox or medicinal tea, this tea infuser pot is a great choice.
- EASY TO CLEAN - The inside of this cast iron teapot is coated with enamel, making this teapot very easy to clean, and does not require seasoning like other cast iron teapots.
- CAST IRON CONSTRUCTION - The heavy-duty cast iron construction offers superior heat retention, ensuring your tea will stay hot for hours of enjoyment.
- BEAUTIFUL FLORAL DESIGN – the perfect tea accessory. Great gift idea for teachers, moms, the tea lover in your life, they are sure to appreciate the unique experience of watching the blooming tea flowers unfold. Great gift basket item.
Features:
Specs:
Color | Blue |
Height | 4.8 inches |
Length | 7.1 inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 34-Oz |
Weight | 3.6 Pounds |
Width | 7.1 inches |
40. GROSCHE Aberdeen PERFECT TEA MAKER Tea pot with coaster, Tea Steeper, Easy Tea Infuser, 17.7 oz. 525 ml, EASY CLEAN Tea Steeper, BPA-Free teapot
- ⭐ [Easy to use Teapot & Perfect Tea Maker] Easy to use bottom dispensing teapot and loose leaf tea infuser . Its the best tea infuser for loose tea because of its ease of use and that makes it an easy tea brewer and tea steeper. its great for brewing loose leaf tea like sleepytime tea, green tea, black tea, etc. Also use with blooming tea. Watch your Teabloom in the pot like you would in a glass teapot, but much easier to clean and more durable!
- ⭐ [Easiest to clean bottom dispensing teapot] Compared to designs like teavana perfect tea maker and adagio ingenuitea tea pot, This has a wide mouth top , and easy to remove tea infuser and filter/ strainer for cleaning. No other loose leaf tea infuser from Teavana or Adagio teas has this feature. The Aberdeens easy to remove and clean stainless steel tea strainer makes it unique.
- ⭐ [Larger Capacity] 17.7 fl. oz. capacity You can brew less tea if you like in this tea steeper - brewer and use it as a dispenser by placing it on your cup. You add in your tea ball or loose tea, and once its steeped place Aberdeen the lose leaf tea infuser on your tea cup to pour from the bottom. The stainless steel tea strainer will filter your tea. Its easy to remove and washable unlike other designs.
- ⭐ [Best tea steeper for loose tea] Of all tea brewers or loose tea, the GROSCHE Aberdeen tea steeper and tea strainer is easy to use, shatterproof, and durable. Its not safe for stovetop use, you will have to hear water in a stovetop kettle like the Breville tea kettle or Oxo tea kettle, then add the hot water to the loose leaf tea infuser to steep your tea in the teapot.
- ⭐ [Best quality 100% shatterproof Tritan loose tea steeper] While other teapots for loose tea (like adagio teas bottom dispensing teapot and Teavana perfectea maker, brewt diffuser ) use a strainer that is made from cheap Polypropylene plastic, the Aberdeen teapot and Strainer are made from 100% USA Tritan material. The Aberdeen tea strainer and steeper will last longer and safer than other models of tea pots. Its the modern teapot and tea diffuser everyone needs.
Features:
Specs:
Color | Clear |
Height | 4.724409444 Inches |
Length | 5.511811018 Inches |
Size | 17.7 ounce |
Weight | 0.26 Pounds |
Width | 3.93700787 Inches |
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Great snack that can replace cravings for smoothies, shakes, icees, slurpees. I avoid boba shops because they are inconsistent, cost too much, and don't display calorie content (or contain too many calories).
Buy thai tea mix and a tea pot. The tea only takes a few minutes to make but should sit in freezer or fridge for 30~ minutes to cool before adding ice and drinking. Other teas work too. Most teas are 0 calories. I freeze some tea into icecube tray so that I don't have to wait for tea to cool as long. You can also make a big batch of tea and save in fridge if you want.
Boba can be made by hand or boiled from hard (30-60 minutes) or boiled from soft (5 minutes). It is about 80 calories for 1/4 cup.
I use artificial sweeteners and artificial creamers to make the tea sweet and creamy without adding many calories. Make sure to soak the boba in hot sugar water to get them nice and sweet before adding them to your (less sweet) tea. I usually use nut pods or some sort of creamer that has some calories, adding 50-120 more calories to the boba, but you can stick to zero calorie creamers if you want. I hear Stevia is the healthiest zero calorie sweetener, by the way.
Because you want your tea to cool and your hard boba to boil it takes 30 minutes to make but you aren't in the kitchen the whole time. When I get a craving I will start the boba tea and during the 30 minutes I wait. Most of my food cravings pass easily during this time as I know I am about to drink boba. I find it to be very filling by the time I am able to drink it. I find that this is something of a strategy in itself... Having to wait 30 minutes for my snack helps the cravings pass and the snack feels more filling.
Can't speak of any great tea experiences in Utah but here's my method of making a good cup of tea.
You'll need:
Steps:
Happy tea-ing.
Yummy mango & sticky rice!!
 
I know personally, I learn better by watching so if you find it easier to make this while following along with a video, just click: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ZLs1ZIRZAs&t=12s
 
Check out my blog for tasty pictures and details on the recipe!: https://lyndygates.com/
 
Ingredients:
 
1 cup of sweet rice soaked in water overnight
 
1 mango
 
1 cup of coconut milk
 
3 tbsp of sugar
 
A big pinch of salt
 
Sticky rice steamer basket & pot (linked down below)
Directions:
 
⁃ Soak your sweet rice in water overnight!
 
⁃ The next day, drain your rice and place in steamer basket
 
⁃ Fill a pot with water a little less than half way and place over the stove to bring to a boil
 
⁃ Once the water is completely boiled, place the steamer basket with the rice in it over the pot and cover with a bowl or damp towel
 
⁃ Let the rice steam for about 20 minutes, checking at 10 minutes to stir the rice to give an even steam
 
⁃ Once the texture reaches sticky rice, remove from the pot and place in a bowl or on a plate
 
⁃ To make the sauce, place your coconut milk, sugar and salt in a pot and over the stove on a medium heat. You only need to HEAT UP the mixture so DO NOT bring to a BOIL. The coconut milk cooks very fast and will turn into an oil if you over cook it. Just mix everything together and wait till the sugar dissolves and your mixture is heated. Once you see a little steam come out and the sugar is dissolved, remove from the heat and place in a bowl.
 
⁃ Add a little of the sauce to your rice and stir, just to coat the sticky rice and bring out a little more flavor. Don’t pour too much because it will make the rice soggy. Plate your rice however you want and slice your mangos. Place the mangos next to the rice and drizzle a little more sauce over the top. Sprinkle with some sesame seeds if you would like and serve!
 
So simple! This recipe is PERFECT for any occasion, fancy or casual. It is a huge hit for everyone and it’ll having you crawling back for more! I know it might be hard to find the steamer basket and pot so here’s one I found on amazon that’s very similar to what I have (NOT SPONSORED): https://www.amazon.com/Sticky-Rice-Steamer-Pot-Basket/dp/B00019MRRE
 
Enjoy! :)
Using this RANDOM teapot from my kitchen/baking/food list would make me most seem like an old posh Englishman. Pip pip!
RANDOM "oh god, I would never be seen with this in public" item from the kitchen/baking food list... because I would ALWAYS be at home baking with it!
This is a very "phallic" towel. Yeah. From the RANDOM things list.
This Star Trek cookbook from the Books list is the geekiest RANDOM thing =D
These would certainly help me in my quest to learn how to crochet! From the crafting list. Uhm... RANDOM!
This would be the best thing to bring to a RANDOM deserted island. From the RANDOM things list.
<3<3 COOL contest! I tried to use the word "random" more than you lol. Clearly.
I have the 45 oz. big brother to this one, and my only complaint is that the infuser is way too small. I'm pretty sure the 24 ounce has the same infuser, and it would probably be ok for that size pot. Aside from that, it's a nice solid pot that holds on to heat quite well, and the lid fits great with or without the infuser.
I have a few other things from them that I've been really happy with though, and overall I think they're a great company with well-designed products.
Milk oolong are lovely, a nice dark earthy oolong I love is Wu Yi Shui Xian Oolong (https://aromateashop.com/index.php?route=product/product&amp;path=41_44&amp;product_id=482), good for several steepings, and Supreme Golden Needle Black Tea (https://aromateashop.com/index.php?route=product/product&amp;path=9_48&amp;product_id=360), a very high quality black tea.
If I'm at work or don't want to think too hard about multiple steepings, I have KAMJOVE Glass Gongfu Teapot (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S602A18). It's a neat little thing that let's me time (ish) multiple steeps at work without worrying about mess, drips, etc.
I have a FORLIFE Crurve teapot, makes three cups of tea and is great.
An electric kettle would be a fantastic part of a gift set. This one appears to be one of the best. Good luck.
If you're really looking for a kettle, I'd forgo the cast iron and get an electric kettle with a programmable temperature setting and a gooseneck spout. Having a temperature setting is great for teas that require sub-boiling temperatures, and a gooseneck makes pouring easier, whether you're using a pot or a gaiwan. Cast iron really isn't necessary for making good tea, and a good tetsubin will cost you several hundred dollars.
If what you're actually looking for is a cast iron teapot like one of these, I'd advise against it. Anything that's intended to be used as a teapot will have a coating of enamel on the inside, which won't develop a rust patina. The only benefit you really get from a cast iron teapot is heat retention, which you can get from other materials as well. That being said, since greens don't generally require high heats, you don't really need to worry about heat retention in your brewing vessel. If your girlfriend is into Chinese tea, maybe look at getting a gaiwan or a Chinese clay teapot. If she's into Japanese greens, go for something like a Tokoname or Banko pot.
I've never used the Perfectea or similar products, but it looks like a completely unnecessary device to me. You can never go wrong with a mug-sized basket infuser. Otherwise, something like a Hario glass teapot will do the same thing just as well, but in an easier to clean and in my opinion more refined way.
I was gifted one of these some years ago and still use it frequently. They've improved upon the strainer, mine is a round-bottomed steel mesh, so I may upgrade. I sometimes use a ceramic infuser cup that I picked up in Korea, but it's awkward to clean in my less-than optimal office setting (no kitchen). For that reason, as someone else commented, I've often just been using paper tea bags I bought on Amazon that I can scoop my loose-leaf into and just tossing them. Hoping to find a proper travel set that would work for the office to have a more meditative experience.
Start with a gaiwan and some cups.
That gives you a lot of flexibility and a feel for the "ceremony" of it.
Additionally (or instead of), I highly recommend something with this sort of design. Its the most streamlined way to brew gong fu I know of, and will happily sit next to you on your desk without giving much danger of spills. Great for studying. I have this one, but the shipping might be an issue if you aren't in the UK.
I've been in the same boat as you and would say to steer clear of expensive clay pots for now. They're great, but you really get the most out of those sort of pots when you dedicate them to specific kinds of tea so they can season nicely. Whereas glass and glazed teaware can be used for everything with no issues. Meaning you don't need a plethora of gear.
Notes on french press (caffetiere) from a coffee geek:
Hiware 1000ml Glass Teapot with Removable Infuser, Stovetop Safe Teapot, Blooming and Loose Leaf Tea Pots https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LZSA84J/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8Os3Bb6TJMFXW
I have a nifty little teapot with a built in strainer, like this:
Ecooe Glass Teapot 30 Oz Loose Leaf Tea Maker Stovetop Safe Tea Kettle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DLI79WY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_WXZoybJ6DP8B8
I wonder how sensitive kratom is when making tea, like if time and temp really matter a lot. I mean sensitive like thc, where you have to be really careful.
Typically I add about 10g to my teapot, pour in some grapefruit juice (or lemon) and simmer about 20-30 minutes. I am just curious what nuisances really matter you know?
Have you considered a glass teapot? Hario has some nice ones and there are cheaper options available from other brands as well. Their Jumping Leaf Tea Pot doesn't use a basket filter and has a 16.9oz capacity.
Don't discount their basket filter version either. It works well for fluffly leafed teas too because of the generously sized basket. The basket makes this teapot easier to clean.
Hm, I'm not trying to break the bank here, do you think [this] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001EO17DA/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_lDlIwbX4DGZCP) would work pretty well? I think it was posted a while back and it's a third of the price of a gooseneck kettle so that's a pretty nice bonus.
Morthy Demands:
2.[oh god, I would never be seen with this in public](oh god, I would never be seen with this in public)
3.phallic
Akeleie Demands:
1.Games are for geeks right?
2.would help me do more baking
3.best item I would bring to a deserted island
Awesome contest
Anyone have suggestions for a small inexpensive tea pot/infuser for a gift? Let's say $20 max - looking for something cute looking for a kitchen / not industrial.
Maybe something like one of these?
lime green pot+cup
light blue
see-through
blue cast iron
An Aeropress and some of her favorite coffee maybe? Or a Yama teapot or a water bottle infuser. Or a stylish teapot. People swear that the aeropress makes the best cup of coffee they've ever had, if you go that route then picking up extra filters and coffee should bring you around that $50 mark.
Welcome! I've never used paper towel, but it could work. I fear it may tear after 1 or 2 infusions.
I've used this infuser and its worked well for me. It's a bit pricey @ $19 though.
http://www.amazon.com/FORLIFE-Stainless-Folding-Infuser-Carrying/dp/B00FOMKNSI/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1457753210&amp;sr=8-9&amp;keywords=for+life+tea+infuser
You could also invest in a gaiwan. Half the price at $8.
http://www.amazon.com/Purple-Clay-Tea-Pot-Gaiwan/dp/B00H98UGCS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1457753354&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=gaiwan
This video helped me understand brewing process. It's a bit long, but hope it helps!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puldqGnW9P0
600 ml is too small. I'd ever bought a one in that size. It's too small. I then bought this 900 ml glass teapot from Amazon. It's beautiful and useful. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DLI79WY/ref=s9_dcacsd_dcoop_bw_c_x_3_w
I've seen a few different styles of spout-style filters that come with pots but I have never seen them sold separately. The most common are the "spring filters" and look like this. They also have fancy ones like this. Dragon Tea House's glass pots all have the spout filter but they never sell them seprately!
It works perfectly! This is the exact teapot if you're curious:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000F3PJ7G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_4fjzCbXGN9B0W
Go for one of these big basket stainless steel infusers. https://www.amazon.com/FORLIFE-Brew-Mug-Extra-Fine-Infuser/dp/B001JPA3Y8/ (though the mug with infuser is close in price https://www.amazon.com/FORLIFE-Brew-Infuser-16-Ounce-Purple/dp/B00FONTSZG)
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If you want to attempt to save your gravity infuser, maybe try a denture cleaner, PBW, or oxyclean soak.
There are also glass models which last longer like this https://www.amazon.com/PRESS-TP-200-1000ML-CAPACITY-Yeme/dp/B00654M0AI/
One of the Kamjove gongfu tea pots would be perfect. They're like other gravity steepers, but have volumes that are more appropriate for gongfu style tea. Kamjove isn't the only brand, but it's one of the more prominent ones.
https://www.amazon.com/KAMJOVE-Gongfu-Teapot-filter-heat-resistant/dp/B00S602A18/ref=pd_sim_79_3?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=Y4FDZJHPER4K4HT2ZPYG
I will chime in as pro-pu! My go-to grandpa setup at the office is:
One square 8-9g tuo from Yunnan Sourcing - I am really enjoying this one, though be aware it expands A LOT. I tried to use a gaiwan with it once...never again. It was like some many-tentacled sea creature. https://yunnansourcing.com/products/jiu-wan-cube-ripe-pu-erh-tea-tuo-cha
Brewed in this cup with strainer BECAUSE the strainer is fine enough to put on TOP of the leaves and I can drink w/o sucking in leaf. https://www.amazon.com/Tea-Forte-Brewing-Ceramic-Blossoms/dp/B01KVSGRHU?th=1 Just remove the strainer when you top off so the water can agitate everything.
> hario teapot
Like these:
Hario Chacha Kyusu Maru Tea Pot (700ml) Hario https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007WTBQ0/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_bxaHzbVRCQ14M via @amazon
Hario Fukami Tea Pot (700ml) Hario https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BD1O0WO/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_wAaHzbACZRYP5 via @amazon
Hario Pure Glass Tea Pot (700ml) Hario https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GYVDKO/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_exaHzb99HJJDR via @amazon
At 700 mL (23.7 oz) they seem a bit small compared to the other 40 oz pots I've been looking at. Thanks for the recommendation, though!
reposting again - with link modified
The tea brewers that you press on top of your mug and the tea falls out the bottom. Teavana called them the "perfect tea maker". I've seen other variations, and I have no idea how well they work (I'm a basket infuser in mug type guy).
The other option is the hot water control. Stag EKG Kettle is pretty cool, with lots of fancy regulators to keep the water at the perfect temperature. (I hear the OXO Variable is cheaper and similar reviews, but it just doesn't look as nice.)
Bottom drain tea steepers.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00KIW0T9C
Great for whole leaf teas
Tea and mugs are always lovely, well-received gifts.
Thank you! It was actually a gift from my uncle. But I looked it up and it seems like it's this one, but in a different color.
This has helped me make perfect rice since my wife bought it. Every time. We have only tried sticky and sushi rice though...
Is it acceptable to use this: http://www.amazon.com/Bodum-Assam-17-Ounce-Tea-Press/dp/B00005LM0Y/ref=pd_sim_k2 My mum got it for me after I finally convinced her to switch to loose leaf since she's old and has nothing better to do. I work from home so forget your email reply, I am making myself some good tea.
Also, I use these bad boys: http://www.amazon.com/Kuchenprofi-Sand-Tea-Timers-Assorted/dp/B003LM4JJM/ Classy & practical.
Winco JB2932 Gooseneck Teapot, 32-Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001EO17DA/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_Gfjkub1DNB3X7
Its 8 bucks, it'll get the job done mate. You don't need nothing fancy from hario or kalita they're super overpriced the only thing is that they're cool looking but that's about it.
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This is like what I have and is similar to that: https://www.amazon.com/Old-Dutch-Sapporo-Teapot-20-Ounce/dp/B008K185VM/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1511125774&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=cast+teapot
This may be that one: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Floral-Cast-Teapot-34-Ounce/dp/B00BMJNWE4/ref=pd_sim_79_5?_encoding=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=VCJN08RPTQ096BC12ERA
This looks similar
It brews the tea then you press it above the mug and it drains and stains the tea. Great for loose leaf.
I've had this guy for years and I really love how it looks. You can also use this directly on the stove if you really wanted to (I don't but I've read reviews that said they do)
What you might be looking for is a gravity tea brewer. They are super convenient and quick as well as being really easy to use.
You boil water or heat it to the temperature for your tea, put the tea leaves in the gravity tea brewer, pour the hot water over the leaves, let it sit for the amount of time for the tea, and then set the gravity tea brewer on top of your mug and the tea comes out. Cleanup is as simple as dumping the leaves in the compost, a flowerbed, or trash, and rinsing out the brewer with water.
I don't know if you use amazon or not, but here are a few options:
https://www.amazon.com/Adagio-Teas-ingenuiTEA-Bottom-Dispensing-Teapot/dp/B000FPN8TK
https://www.amazon.com/Teavana-Black-Perfectea-Maker-16oz/dp/B004X7DIHI
https://www.amazon.com/GROSCHE-Aberdeen-Removable-BPA-Free-Food-safe/dp/B00KIW0T9C
Loose leaf tea can be purchased from one of the many sites in the sidebar or at a local store. I find loose tea at my local natural store in bulk so I can measure out my own.
I picked up smaller type of that for easy Gong Fu brewing. Top brewing chamber is about 120ml. I really like it.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00S602A18/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
How large?
Hario makes a couple different 700mL glass teapots that you can get on amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007WTBQ0
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002GYVDKO
Yeah....? Teavana (owned by starbucks) sold small and larges of this thing.
Teavana PerfecTea Tea Maker, 16 Ounce, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XPQ5WG6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_QpW2BbHN1D1C1
Sure!
Here: Purple Clay Tea Pot Yi Xing Clay Gaiwan Tea Cup, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H98UGCS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_JBUyyb6QGWTWY
Here is what I would do based off of this film:
KAMJOVE Glass Gongfu Teapot Press Art Tea Cup Teapot with filter TP-140 300ml heat-resistant glass https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S602A18
http://www.amazon.com/Winco-JB2932-Gooseneck-Teapot-32-Ounce/dp/B001EO17DA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1464385871&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=metal+teapot
The kettle is the biggest thing - hot water dispensers will never be the right temperature. I use a basic one and a thermometer.
I have a really cheap tea pot for western style brewing (just some glass one I picked up somewhere) and one of these https://www.amazon.com/KAMJOVE-Gongfu-Teapot-filter-heat-resistant/dp/B00S602A18/ref=lp_8538722011_1_1?srs=8538722011&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1480970053&amp;sr=8-1 for gongfu style (which is actually most of my tea drinking since I discovered it).
I'd avoid teabags and infusers (they don't give the leaves enough room) unless you can't avoid it.