Can you hear that whistle? It's the sound your guests will make when they see your new stylish, unique tea kettle! After all, just because these are practical and functional items, it doesn't mean that they must look boring.
Can you hear that whistle? It's the sound your guests will make when they see your new stylish, unique tea kettle! After all, just because these are practical and functional items, it doesn't mean that they must look boring.
Tea Kettle
As well as being super handy whenever you need to boil water for tea or other hot drinks, traditional stovetop kettles can become a beautiful attention-grabbing element in your kitchen, standing out against simpler, more basic appliances.
So, how do you choose a unique tea kettle?
While it's easy to grab the first quirky model we see, it's important to avoid disappointment by figuring out what we actually need first.
For example, materials.
Cast iron tea kettles are usually faster at boiling the water (hint, hint: more energy efficient!) and particularly perfect in more traditional farmhouse-style kitchens. However, keep in mind that they require occasional polishing and that they can get scratched if you're not careful when handling them;
Even though stainless-steel tea kettles take a little longer to boil water, they're extremely durable and don't require polishing nor proper maintenance;
Another popular option is enamel. These tea kettles are usually available in a larger variety of styles and colors. Luckily, they're also durable and easy to clean;
While they require more maintenance and must be handled carefully to avoid dents, copper kettles are perfect to make a stylish statement. Plus, they're energy-efficient as well as undeniably attractive.
As for size, two quarts is usually the most popular option and will translate into around eight cups of tea. However, if you think you need less or more, you can easily find tea kettles in different sizes, such as one or even 2.7 quarts.
You should also consider some of these additional features:
To avoid accidents and burns, we recommend choosing an ergonomic, heat-resistant handle and knobs made of reliable materials like wood, silicone or plastic;
A whistling lid can help you hear that the water has boiled even when you're busy;
While wider spouts allow you to refill the kettle without opening the lid, smaller and well-defined models offer you full control over the hot water stream. A better option if you're also planning on using it for pour-over coffee.
This unique tea kettle blends modern, vintage, and more contemporary vibes to create something that's closer to an art piece rather than an ordinary teapot. Featuring a practical fold-down handle, this enamel model makes for easy and quick filling (up to 2 quarts), and relies on a harmonic hum to alert you when it's finally teatime.
Stainless Steel Whistling Stovetop Kettle
Boasting an elegant copper design, this unique tea kettle is guaranteed to impress your guests as soon as your next tea party begins. The 2-quart copper body is complemented by a more colorful handle and knob that create a pleasant contrasting effect without spoiling the overall palette.
Copper Stovetop Kettle
If you were hoping for a unique tea kettle that could complement your kitchen's palette or become the main accent element, you really can't go wrong with this versatile monochrome model available in six different finishes. For added practicality, this 1-quart cast iron tea kettle is also chip-resistant and dishwasher-safe.
Cast Iron Stovetop Kettle
Whether you opt for the zinc gray or blue finish, this unique tea kettle is sure to be a stylish statement in your kitchen, blending classic and contemporary vibes and showcasing a fancy wood-like pattern on its handle and knob. Made of professional food-grade materials and 18/8 stainless steel, this large 2.3-quart model is also dishwasher-safe as well as rust- and corrosion-resistant.
Zinc Gray Whistling Water Kettle
Available in nine colors, this Scandinavian-inspired design is topped with an eye-catching wood pattern in lighter or darker finishes. This unique tea kettle is ideal for larger households or parties: heating up to 2.7 quarts of water, it will allow you to brew up to twelve cups of tea in one go.
Whistling Kettle with Wood Pattern Handle
If, to you, tea is a special ritual to be cherished, you can't go wrong with this Japanese design! It's available in eight different sizes, perfect to match all needs. While the design changes slightly, you can always rely on neutral colors and a cast-iron build. There's no way you'll keep it in the back of a cupboard!
Japanese Cast Iron Tea Kettle
This emperor-worthy, unique tea kettle adds decorative curved lines to a timeless design. Whether you opt for the blue, purple or red finish, you can introduce some stylish vintage vibes. Plus, this stainless-steel teapot-style kettle comes with a removable mesh infuser that lets you brew loose or blooming teas, too.
Purple Tea Kettle
This 2 liter kettle showcases stunning flora and butterfly motifs with an antique finish that is sure to impress anyone who enjoys a tea. Made of durable stainless steel, it also involves a black bakelite knob and handle that will help you prevent accidental burns.
Silver Stovetop Kettle
Looking for the most stylish design? Nothing better than a unique tea kettle out of an exclusive Kate Spade collection, then! This large 2.5-quart bad boy adds an either blue or gray accent to a versatile white design made of durable enamel and stainless steel. We bet you can't wait to display it on your countertop!
Blue White Whistling Stovetop Kettle
Adding a vintage twist to a timeless geometrical pattern, the checkered design of this unique tea kettle is pleasantly hypnotizing. This model consists of a 2.4-quart enamel body reinforced with steel and topped with a practical plastic handle and knob. Definitely a head-turner!
Geometrical Whistling Stovetop Kettle
