Teapots

Teapots with infuser for loose leaf tea, in glass, cast iron and ceramic

The right teapot makes brewing simple: hot water, loose leaves and a few quiet minutes. This collection brings together teapots in glass, cast iron and ceramic, so you can pick the one that matches the way you drink tea. Most come with a removable infuser, which holds the leaves while they open and lifts out when the tea is ready, so the tea does not turn bitter. Whether you brew a small pot for one or a full one for the table, you will find a shape, a size and a finish to suit your kitchen.

Glass, cast iron or ceramic: choosing the material of your teapot

Each material brings something different to the table. Clear glass lets you watch the leaves unfurl and the colour deepen, which is why our glass teapots suit green, white and floral teas. Cast iron is heavy and quiet, and keeps the pot warm through a second and third cup: see our cast iron teapots, with Japanese-inspired patterns. It is the pot to choose if you like a slow, steady pour. Glazed ceramic suits the afternoon tea table, and the English-inspired pot here pairs pink roses with a line of gold-coloured trim, in a 400 ml size, enough for two.

Teapot sizes and styles, from a pot for one to a pot for six

Sizes start at 300 ml, enough for one or two cups, and reach about 1.3 L, around six cups, for a table of friends. Between the two you will find round, tapered, square, ribbed and wide glass shapes, one with a wooden handle and lid, and cast iron pots with a raised hobnail pattern, white plum blossom, a tree traced in gold or a low, flat body. Colours run from clear and smoke grey to black, grey, green, white and pink. Each product page lists the exact capacity and size of every option, so you can compare before you choose.

Caring for your teapot, and choosing the right one

Care depends on the material, but a few habits apply everywhere: heat your water in a kettle and pour it in, and avoid sudden changes of temperature. Glass and ceramic are washed by hand with a soft sponge, and cast iron is rinsed with warm water only and dried after each use. Every product page has its own care notes. Not sure where to start? Think about who you usually pour for, then choose the size and material that suit them. These teapots also make a good gift for someone who loves loose leaf tea. Questions before you order? Write to contact@ooloteaware.com and we will reply within 24 hours, Monday to Friday.