How to Use Copper Tea Kettles

Copper conducts heat better than other materials.

Tea kettles heat water for brewing tea and come in a variety of different materials. Copper tea kettles are beautiful additions to any kitchen as well as being functional. Since copper conducts heat better than aluminum and other materials, copper tea kettles are more energy-efficient. The drawback to using copper tea kettles is that the copper tarnishes easily. For this reason, you should clean copper tea kettles frequently to retain their shiny appearance.

Things You'll Need

• Teacup
• Tea bag
• Lemon juice
• Salt
• Dish soap
• Cloths

Instructions

1. Remove the top of the copper tea kettle and fill it 1/2 to 3/4 full of water.

2. Place the copper tea kettle on top of a stove burner that is set to medium heat.

3. Allow the copper kettle to remain on the stove burner until it starts to whistle, which indicates that the water is at boiling temperature. Remove the kettle from the stove and turn the burner off.

4. Place a tea bag into a teacup and pour the water from the tea kettle over it.

Tips & Warnings

• Polish the copper tea kettle with a paste made of 2 tbsp. of lemon juice and 1 tbsp. of salt. Wash well with dish soap and hot water after polishing and dry well with a cloth.

• Never heat a copper kettle on high heat.

References

• Amazing Green Tea: Tea Kettle Review Guide Electric, Stovetop, Glass or Copper?
• Learn About Tea: Copper Tea Pots