Glass teapots are undoubtedly a lovely way to serve tea to your visitors. Not only are they beautiful, but they are also quite useful in many ways.
Strength
The majority of théière en verre are manufactured of borosilicate glass, which is particularly clear (it is frequently used in high-quality lenses) and highly heat resistant. In fact, it is used to the insulation tiles of the Space Shuttle! They are frequently seen as delicate vessels, yet with appropriate care, they may be rather sturdy. If they do break, they crack instead of shattering into big pieces like regular glass would.
The good news is that most breaks only happen in extreme situations, such dropping a boiling hot teapot onto a hard surface or submerging it in extremely cold water. There is no reason to worry that it will shatter just because it is containing hot tea. Although they are very similar, people don’t often worry about ceramic teapots exploding on their own.
Clarity
Since glass teapots are transparent, you can see when your tea has been sufficiently steeped for your liking. One of the reasons they work so well for dinner parties and other gatherings where you might have guests is their clarity. Many guests will accept the offer of a cup of tea, but they could be too polite to decline if they notice that it is too strong or weak before it begins to flow. With glass, they can see up front if they like it or not and, if given the option, request a brief delay.
The majority of types are dishwasher safe, thus cleaning is typically simple. An opaque teapot requires less cleaning work because any messes are typically concealed from view. A glass teapot allows you to quickly determine whether it is clean or not, so you will feel motivated to keep it spotless.
Clarity is a subdued but significant display of respect for your guests for each of these reasons.
Decor
When you bring some products home, they might not mix with the rest of your décor even though they may look good alone. However, a glass teapot is unlikely to clash with any design or colour combination. Contrarily, its neutral transparency allows it to blend in with any background. Instead of competing with your décor, they serve to showcase your exquisite tea at its finest.
Taste
It tastes fantastic to brew tea in a glass teapot, especially if you like to try different kinds of tea. Some teapots made of porous porcelain can only actually be used for one type of tea since they retain some of the flavour. There is a myth that states you don’t even need to add tea when using such teapots frequently enough. On the other hand, because glass is not permeable, any prior tastes are not retained after washing.
Some metal teapots don’t even provide flavour; instead, they impart a metallic flavour. Although it’s unclear whether this poses health risks, you can rest assured that using a glass teapot won’t alter the flavour of any tea.
Conclusion
The benefits of using a glass teapot to brew tea outweigh the drawbacks, which are not as severe as many people think. It is typical for new owners of glass teapots to develop a greater interest in tea and experiment with various blends using all of their senses. While a glass teapot is undoubtedly the best way to completely experience the magnificent spectacle of flowering teas, even regular varieties can be relished to their fullest potential in one.
