Features of a tea infuser with heating

Enjoying everything without disturbing others is one of the components of human happiness. Nature has given us a wonderful gift of taste. Why not use it to bring wonderful moments into your life at the table with your loved ones during a calm and measured tea party. This will be facilitated by proper tableware and a special teapot with a device for maintaining the optimal temperature of the drink.

How the Teapot with Heating Was Invented

How can one not associate the history of the emergence of a tea-making device with China? Before the teapot appeared separately, the preparation of the fragrant healing drink was done in cups. Artifacts connect this dishware with the 14th century. The process was simple - tea leaves were crushed, placed in a cup and poured with boiling water. This method was replaced by the first devices for brewing. They did not have a special appearance - a small vessel made of red clay. But the longer the drink was in it, the richer its taste became.

Several centuries later, teapots of this type appeared in Europe. As soon as porcelain manufacturing techniques were mastered here, exports ceased. Subsequently, other materials began to be used for production – metal and glass. But the problem of the drink cooling down quickly inside such dishes arose. But the problem was solved by creating a new type of container – a teapot heated by a candle.

The product kit includes the following elements:

• The teapot itself is made of heat-resistant glass or other suitable material, made in different shapes. In the case of glass, the participants of the ceremony have the pleasure of contemplating the play of fire in the play of tea shades. Borosilicate glass is especially resistant to fire, is not afraid of prolonged heating, and can withstand accidental impacts. There are models that use quartz glass, which can withstand open fire, high temperatures with changes.
• A high stand for the teapot made of heat-resistant materials, providing holes through which oxygen enters to support combustion. The design features prevent the flame from touching the bottom of the vessel with the drink.
• A candle placed in a sleeve, which maintains a constant temperature in the teapot. You can find different types of them on sale - from regular ones to colored and aromatic ones.

Pros and Cons of Tea Infusers with Tea Lights

The beauty and mystery of a live fire on the table is already captivating and creates an unusual atmosphere. There are other advantages of unusual dishes:

• the materials do not affect the taste and aroma of tea in any way;
• maintaining a stable temperature of the drink throughout the entire ceremony;
• maintaining a cozy and comfortable home atmosphere;
• no dependence on electrical energy;
• aesthetic pleasure.

This tableware is not for everyday morning tea in a hurry. With its help, you can organize an evening with friends, enjoying a drink and a pleasant conversation. Do not forget about the unpleasant little things:

• the appearance of soot on the outside of the bottom of the kettle;
• An open fire indoors is a constant source of danger that must be controlled.

Varieties of shape and volume

Asian motifs have historically prevailed in the shapes of teapots: pagodas, animals, a spout in the form of a dragon's mouth, etc. Later, geometric shapes became fashionable: cylinders, pyramids, cubes, ovals. The optimality of the semicircular shape became the reason for its popularity. Due to its features, it is able to fully reveal the bouquet and preserve the bright taste.

Important! Rectangular teapots should have a large capacity – the tea should brew properly.

The type of tea also plays a role in choosing the shape:

• brewing green varieties involves using vessels with a thick bottom to fully preserve all the beneficial substances in the drink;
• a spherical glass flask is most suitable for black tea;
• Rectangular or oval containers most fully reveal the aroma and taste of white tea varieties.

The spout can be small if the tea party is organized in a narrow circle. For special events involving a large number of guests, a model with a long upward curved spout is preferable. This way, you can protect everyone present from accidentally spilling boiling water on the tablecloth or, worse, on the guest. The lightness and ergonomics of the handle will allow you to hold the teapot well, avoiding contact with the heated parts of the dishes.

The capacity of the containers varies. Everything depends on the circumstances and current needs. For those who like to think alone, a container for a couple of cups (200 ml) may be quite suitable. For tea drinking in the family circle, there are teapots for 800 and 1200 ml. For large ceremonies, a two-liter teapot is used.

Teapot stands with a tealight are made using different materials. It does not have to repeat the material of the vessel itself. It is important to know the characteristics responsible for the temperature compatibility of the pedestals and teapots. An important aspect is the compliance with the general design trend of both elements.

The heat-resistant glass of the teapot in the classic version has a set in the form of a heat-resistant glass stand. Such a tandem looks beautiful and elegant. The pedestal is especially good in operation, when the flames from the candle refract in the glass, shimmering in an intricate dance under the teapot with aromatic tea. If strength and safety come first, then a stand based on metal elements is the optimal solution.

Glass vessels on ceramic stands with a deliberately primitive design have an unusual appearance. In this way, you can maintain the traditional Japanese or Chinese style of ceremonial tea drinking. Modern design solutions involve the use of metal as a heating base.

The stands have a spherical shape and a deep bowl. On top is a lid with a hole. The walls of the pedestals are designed high to avoid the flames touching the base of the kettle. Models with large side holes make it possible to change the cartridge with a burnt candle without removing the kettle from the stand.

Materials for teapots with a warming stand

Typically, three groups of materials are used to make teapots: ceramics, metal and glass.

Glass teapots

The strong point of these products is transparency. The visual lightness and weightlessness of the material is impressive. It is especially fascinating to admire the processes occurring in the container during constant heating - the play of colors of the fire, streams of tea leaves - in combination with the subtle aroma and taste, it makes up a magnificent set of aesthetic pleasures.

Made of porcelain and earthenware

They look charming and bring you as close as possible to the Eastern ceremonial. They are light and graceful. But fragility and the need to handle them carefully and gently is the other side of beauty. Thin earthenware will not be able to hold the temperature for long. Enamel is attractive, and the abundance of colors pleases.

Clay teapots

They are part of a group of natural ecological materials that are most conducive to preserving all the taste qualities of tea. Clay products look somewhat rough, but this is exactly what the historical ancestors of modern teapots looked like.

Cast iron

Heavy weight items, but with the highest heat capacity. They maintain temperature for a long time even without heating. A great find for those who like long tea parties.

Steel

Teapots made of food-grade stainless steel are quite expensive. They look great in their shine. Despite their impact resistance, they should be handled no less carefully than glass ones – even small deformations will be noticeable. The metal does not affect the taste of tea, but it retains heat poorly.

What types of candles are used for heating

Candles in sleeves ("tea") are used for the heating process. You can find simple and cheap options on sale that fit into a stand. It is especially charming to watch the process when the stand is made of glass. You can diversify the process by buying colored or sparkly candles.

Choosing a quality kettle model

There are enough manufacturers and models are presented in stationary retail outlets and online stores for every taste. In the process of choosing and buying, pay attention to the following nuances:

• to prevent excess from spilling, the shape of the spout should be curved upwards;
• ease of use depends on the compactness and lightness of the handle;
• the lid should fit tightly to the container. The presence of a special recess will prevent it from falling when pouring the drink into cups;
• Check the lid for a steam vent to help preserve the flavor.

Care and use of a teapot with a warming stand

To prepare tea, you will need some black or green tea (depending on the expected strength and capacity of the teapot), a few slices of orange, a piece of lemon, currant or mint leaves, a few raspberries and strawberries.

The teapot is easy to maintain. After use, rinse it in running water and wipe it with a dry cloth.

Famous Manufacturers of Tea Infusers Warmed by Candles

YAMA Glass. Tempered crystal is used in the production of sets, which gives a beautiful appearance to the teapot, coasters and small drinking vessels.

Mayer Boch. The 1.2-liter container is made of heat-resistant glass with a lid that protects against burns. Tea for brewing is poured into a metal sieve inside the teapot.

Conclusion

Enjoy the real taste of tea and talk with dear people will give the opportunity to brew glass teapots with a stand for heating. They can also be made of porcelain, cast iron and stainless steel. When choosing, it is necessary to decide on the volume and take into account some nuances for the convenience of the tea ceremony.

VIDEO: 550ml teapot heated by candle.