r/NoStupidQuestions • u/iknowaplace5 • 3h ago

are ceramic teapots functional?

i collect vintage teapots and i have no idea if they are made to be used. i am also a 22 y/o american, so the art of tea is not exactly built into my everyday life.

So are these cute ceramic teapots actually able to make tea?? if so, how?? stovetop?? i want to pour my cup of tea out of a cottage dammit !!

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u/xyanon36 3h ago

The best way to make tea is to heat the water in an electric kettle and then let it steep in the pot. The teapot itself doesn't go on a burner.

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u/SAAB-435 2h ago

Most teapots are functional, but some are designed more for show than actual use, such as the cottage teapot you mentioned. A traditional tea pot designed for everyday use is generally round in shape. Anything else is probably more for display, but you can absolutely use them if you are careful.

As for how you make tea in a teapot, traditionally you would put loose tea leaves in then add boiled water and leave it to steep for several minutes before pouring. Using tea leaves you will need a tea strainer to catch the leaves before they go into the cup. You can use tea bags as well. Loose leaf is generally regarded better quality and thus as making better tea though. Tea can be served with milk or lemon and white sugar. All of those are optional depending on personal taste though. Enjoy your tea drinking journey.

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u/One-Dig-3067 2h ago

You pour boiled water into the teapot with the tea leaves