How to choose a kettle for home? Features of a pleasant tea party

Before buying a teapot, some people think about which kettle for home is best for them: an electric kettle or a simple one (for boiling water on gas). Almost every buyer wants his new acquisition to be both beautiful in appearance, multifunctional, and reliable.

Choosing the right teapot is not as easy as it might seem at first glance, because specialized stores offer a very large set of products made in various forms, varying in size and price.

In view of such a difficult situation of choice, we decided to tell readers about how to choose the right electric kettle, and how to choose a kettle for a gas stove, so as not to be disappointed with the purchase.

Several criteria for choosing the right electric kettle

An electric kettle is an everyday appliance that is available in almost every kitchen. If your friend or relative does not have such a wonderful product, then it can act as a good gift for them.

The kettle, which operates due to the power supply network, has many advantages, which classic utensils cannot boast of:

• the device is turned off after boiling automatically;
• the process of boiling liquid is carried out quickly;
• long warranty period.

When choosing a future purchase, you should carefully mark all the nuances of the product, which are described below. You will find out which electric kettle is better after reading the following tips.

Material of the body of the electric kettle

The most popular devices are those made on the basis of high quality plastic. They are not very expensive, but the surface becomes dull over time and acquires a lot of scratches.

Kettles made of stainless steel as well as glass stand out for their greater aesthetics. Their cost is much higher. If the financial situation allows, it is better to choose this option.

Heating element

Before buying, it is recommended to familiarize yourself with the device of the heating element. This part affects the speed with which the fluid heats up, the ease of use, as well as the lifespan of the product.

An open spiral is an inexpensive option. The disadvantage of such a device is that it is impractical. It is not immediately susceptible to cleaning, and the surface is often covered with scale. The product in which this element is included must not be rotated when it is on the surface of the stand.

A hidden spiral is located under the bottom itself. Products with this heating element can produce a large amount of noise during operation and can be expensive.

Power level

Before choosing a good electric kettle, you need to familiarize yourself with the power level that it has. This indicator affects the speed of boiling of the liquid.

For one small family, a device that produces 2000 watts will be enough. When using such a product, water can boil in just four minutes.Products operating with a power of 3000 W, much more quickly complete the task, but often lead to a heavy load on the mains. Without a special need to make such an acquisition should not.

Maximum volume

The most popular on the market are teapots, the maximum volume of which is 1500-1700 milliliters. Some stores have special road models, the capacity of which does not exceed 500 milliliters.

Helper Functionality

Having decided on how to choose an electric kettle, based on the characteristics of the material, volume and heating element, we will move on, perhaps, to a discussion of the auxiliary functions of electric kettles.

Kettles have a fairly wide additional functionality. Many functions, when used, have a positive effect on the practicality of working with the device during its operation. Such functionality includes temperature controllers, special filters, various indicators, sensors that are responsible for blocking the activation of the device in the absence of liquid in it.

Choosing a kettle for a stove

Some families prefer to have tea at the table. Previously, during such events, a samovar was used, but nowadays, an ordinary kettle that heats water on a stove is given such honor. We will try to understand in detail how to choose a kettle for a stove with the best quality characteristics.

• Maximum capacity. Two and a half liters is an acceptable volume for small families. If tea parties in the house are frequent, then it is better to buy a product with a large capacity.
• Material selection. Typically, teapots are made on the basis of stainless steel, cast iron or metal.
• Models created using stainless steel have a very stylish appearance. During operation, such products are very convenient.
• The main advantage of an enameled kettle is the variety of colors. Enamel is also characterized by resistance to abrasion.
• Many firms use special refractory glass during the production of dummies. This material allows you to save the taste of the water and its pristine purity.
• Cast iron appliances are very rare. The process of heating water in them is slow. Cast iron products have a long service life, do not scratch, do not lend themselves to deformation and are able to maintain their color.
• The most popular on the market is a kettle with a whistle. Its convenience is that when the liquid begins to boil, it starts to signal that the gas stove is immediately turned off.
• The presence of a pen. The buyer should inquire about the availability of a high-quality and comfortable pen. Thanks to her, it is convenient to remove the boiled kettle from the stove, without risking to burn my hands.

This type of dummies is assigned a user rating of forty-seven percent, which makes it the most popular kitchen appliance among users.

Teapot selection

The process of tea drinking can bring people real pleasure, especially when a tasty custard drink is drunk, preheated in a teapot. The basis of any high-quality brewing product includes highly reliable materials, a convenient lid, the presence of a strainer, as well as openings through which steam must escape. We will try to figure out how to choose a teapot correctly.

First of all, you should make sure that there is a strainer at the base of the spout. This element prevents tea leaves from getting into the mug or cup. Be sure to remove the lid and carefully inspect the inside of the brewing tank. It is good when the device has several large holes. In small holes, welding can very often get.

Determining the acceptable capacity is not difficult: a single brewing may be enough for one tea party.If you often drink tea alone, without company, it is better to take a device whose volume is 300 milliliters.

An indicator of the quality level of the product is a slightly recessed cover with a wide rim on the inside or a special latch.

The lid should have a small hole that is designed to pass steam. Thanks to this hole, you can understand how tight the lid is to the surface of the kettle. It is only necessary to close the container, close the hole and, holding the lid, blow directly into the nozzle hole. If the cap fits well, it will rise slightly.

The material of the product is also important. Usually teapots are made on the basis of materials such as clay, glass and porcelain. Porcelain is the most suitable option, because it quickly heats up and copes with high temperature perfectly. Porcelain models are commonly used for brewing black tea.

A clay teapot is used to make green tea. Clay is able to retain heat, but it has the ability to absorb odors.

A glass teapot is a good alternative to a porcelain teapot. However, there is one caveat: glassware is quickly rubbed and dirty, it does not always have a strainer, it can contain several metal, plastic and wooden elements.

Metal teapots for tea leaves are used in very rare cases. Acids that accumulate in the leaves of tea can react with the metal, which is why tea will have a peculiar aftertaste.

Tea Care Tips

• The kettle must be washed every time after a tea meal.
• Wipe the inner walls, it is better to just rinse.
• No need to wipe after washing.
• The product should not be stored in places where objects with a specific smell are located.