TEA KETTLES AND TEA POT

TEA KETTLES
A kettle, sometimes called tea kettle or the pot, is a small kitchen appliance used for boiling water in preparation for making tea or other beverages requiring hot water. Kettles may be electric or for stovetop use.

TIPS IN BUYING ELECTRIC TEA KETTLE from Learn About Tea

An electric tea kettle can be a time and energy saver for the avid tea drinker. Kettles generally hold anywhere from 1.5 quarts to 3 quarts of water. They are especially useful in offices and dorms.

Some electric tea kettles are designed so that the heating element is not exposed to water. This could be important if you live in an area prone to mineral deposits.


Here are some available features to consider as you select your tea kettle:

Automatic shut off. The kettle will turn itself off when the water has reached boiling.

Boil dry safety protection. This keeps the kettle from continuing to heat even after it is empty.

Water level gauge. This ensures that you are filling the kettle to its full level.

Power levels. Many kettles note the watts of power. The larger the wattage, the more quickly the device will heat.

Alert when boiling. Some appliances have whistles or make other noises when the water is boiling.

Cord wrap. Some kettles offer a way to wrap the cord around the kettle base.

Lid. Some kettles feature a lid lock that ensures that the lid stays locked when the water is hot.

Spout. Some kettles feature a no-drip spout for easy pouring.

Warranty. Warranties can range from 90 days to a year, depending on the price of the product.

TIPS:
Many kettles grow very warm during the heating process, so be sure to keep the teapot where children or animals will not come into contact with the exterior of the appliance.

In addition to brewing tea, you can use a tea kettle to heat water for oatmeal, powdered mashed potatoes, instant soup, hot chocolate and anything else that requires boiled water.

Be sure the read all instructions and check the manufacturer’s warnings prior to use.

TEAPOT

A teapot is a vessel used for steeping tea leaves. Tea may be either in a tea bag or loose, in which case a tea strainer will be needed, either to hold the leaves as they steep or to catch the leaves inside the teapot when the tea is poured.


Cleaning china and fine glassware
To clean china and fine glassware, add a cup of vinegar to a sink of warm water. Gently dip the glass or china in the solution and let dry. The vinegar will remove all the grease and leave the items sparkling clean.

TIPS ON CLEANING TEA POT

If you have purchased one of the models that have only a small hole where you can pour the water, use either lemon juice or white vinegar. Mix either of the two with water to create a cleaning solution that will ensure that your tea kettle is lime-scale free.

Simply pour the mixture into the kettle and bring to a boil. Once it whistles, remove the kettle from the heat and set it aside for two hours. Then, pour out the solution and refill it with clean water. Bring the pot to a boil again. This should remove any lingering smell of either vinegar or lemon.

Remove Stains From Teapot
Fill your teapot with water just off the boil and then add one denture cleaning tablet. Leave for 1hr then rinse thoroughly. Result -a sparkling teapot.

To care for your electric tea kettle, swish white vinegar around its interior to remove mineral deposits or follow the instructions that came with the appliance. For exterior spots caused by mineral depositions, wipe gently with a soft rag doused in white vinegar; rinse and then dry immediately with a soft cloth.