If you are a serious tea drinker then you need to invest in a loose leaf tea kettle. Instead of boiling water over and over for single cups of tea, loose leaf teapots allow you to brew more of your favorite tea at once.
A lot of teapots for loose tea can’t actually be used on the stove. You simply pour boiling hot water into them. That’s not always convenient. So on the following list of the best teapots for loose tea, we have included some great teapot/kettle hybrids. Check it out!
Teabloom Stovetop & Microwave Safe Glass Teapot
Editors’ Choice: 4.8 out of 5.0 stars
This first teapot is made of borosilicate glass which, is advantageous for a couple of reasons. First of all borosilicate is free of toxins and harsh chemicals. Secondly, it’s extremely heat resistant so you can use this teapot as a kettle or in the microwave.
The set comes with a laser-cut tea infuser that sits right in the lid opening and two infusing tea flowers that look gorgeous in the clear glass and impart the flavor of jasmine into your teas. The teapot bears a classic shape with a lid and handle.
Hiware 1000ml Glass Teapot
Editors’ Choice: 4.8 out of 5.0 stars
This is a beautiful, hand-crafted teapot for loose leaf tea. It’s made with a no-drip spout and it can make aroud 4.2 cups of your favorite tea. The infuser isn’t made of glass. Instead, Hiware used 18/10 stainless steel so you don’t have to worry about breaking it.
The teapot itself (including the handle and lid) is made of borosilicate glass so just like the first teapot on the list, this one can also be used on the stove or in the microwave. The infuser is nice and long too so you can make very flavorful tea if you choose.
Primula Half Moon Teapot
Editors’ Choice: 4.7 out of 5.0 stars
If you are looking for more of a modern flair in your teapot then this would be a great choice. There is a 40 ounce borosilicate glass teapot that is half wrapped in a black plastic coating. So you still get the look of glass coupled with the “half moon” effect created by the plastic layer.
The handle and lid are also made of the same black plastic so they stay cool to the touch. The teapot also comes with a stainless steel fine mesh infuser so you don’t have to worry about loose tea leaves making their way into your teacups.
TOWA Workshop Japanese Tetsubin Tea Kettle
Editors’ Choice: 4.7 out of 5.0 stars
This next loose leaf teapot infuser comes from TOWA Workshop. It bears a classic Japanese tea kettle design and is made of durable cast iron. You can use it directly on the stove to boil your tea water while the stainless steel infuser imparts the flavor of your loose leaf tea to the brew.
The inside of the kettle is lined with enamel which, doesn’t impart any flavor to your tea and makes the inside easier to clean. The handle folds down to the side for easy storage and is lined with a heat resistant material to prevent burns.
Sweese 221.112 Teapot
Editors’ Choice: 4.6 out of 5.0 stars
If you are looking for a small teapot with infuser take a good look at number 5 on our list. It is a porcelain teapot with a capacity of about 27 ounces. This is good for around two mugs of tea. From handle to the tip of the spout, it spans 8.5 inches so it’s compact as well.
The metal infuser is about 3 inches long so you can still fit a good amount of tea leaves in it. You can use this teapot in the microwave but it shouldn’t be over an open flame. The lid features a gasket so it stays put when you are pouring your tea.
KitchenKite Tea Kettle Infuser Stovetop Gift Set
Editors’ Choice: 4.6 out of 5.0 stars
This is another beautiful borosilicate teapot/tea kettle hybrid. The set comes with the teapot itself, a mesh tea infuser, a tea infuser holder, lid, 4 double walled glass teacups, loose tea leaves and a package of blooming tea.
You can use this teapot on the stove, in the microwave and you can clean it in the dishwasher. This would be a great gift for the tea lover in your life or as a housewarming gift. The glass is completely transparent so you can see the brewing in action.
Pykal Whistling Tea Kettle
Editors’ Choice: 4.5 out of 5.0 stars
This last product on our list sports a more common design. It’s made of mostly stainless steel so it has a metallic look. The bottom though, features an iron disk sandwiched between two layers of aluminum.
The great thing about this kettle is that it can be used on all kinds of cook tops including gas, electric, ceramic, halogen and induction.
Teapot for Loose Tea Buying Guide
Choosing the best teapot for loose leaf will ultimately depend on your preferences. Here are some important things to consider when shopping.
Room for Flowers
If you plan to use tea flowers for your brew, you need to make sure that any pot your are considering can conveniently fit them.
Mesh Infusers
Many tea-lovers opt for wire mesh infusers because they prevent loose tea leaves from escaping into the brew itself.
Transparency
If you like to see the natural color of your tea then you would do best with a full-glass, transparent teapot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the best teapot for loose tea?
A: Sweese and Teabloom make some of the best customer-rated teapots for loose tea
Q: How do you make loose tea in a teapot?
A: If you have a stove safe teapot you can simply boil the water on the stove with the loose tea leaves inside the infuser. If not, you will have to add boiling water to the pot.
Q: Is loose leaf tea better?
A: Loose leaf tea is generally higher quality then bagged tea.
Last Words
Remember that your teapot can also compliment your décor, flatware and utensils. In fact, many people select teapots based on aesthetics alone. That’s why we made sure to include products on our list of the best teapots for loose tea that were elegant as well as functional.
Still, whatever your tastes may be you are sure to find something you will love on the above list so be sure to check it out if you are in the market for a loose leaf teapot.
