Rosseto Japanese Style Cast Iron Teapot 10 Ounce, Black Review

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(More customer reviews)I picked one of these from the Japanese House at Disney World's Epcot Center. I had a ceramic set for a couple of years already and wanted a second set for the office. So far, it hasn't disappointed. The set is solid, heavy, cast iron with a nice coating. It stayed rust-free for the first year but this is no longer the case - see note blow. Needless to say, it hasn't passed unnoticed at the office and I already know someone who ordered one of these after sharing a cup of white tea.

I am using it for brewing white tea Revolution Tea White Chai Tea, Organic, 15-Count Pyramid Teabags (Pack of 6). My boss, who lives in Oxford, England and is a life-long tea drinker became an instant convert to both white tea and to using this pot. Instead of this one, I'd order a set that comes with cups to keep it consistent. The little iron cups can get quite hot if you pour hot tea in them (watch out) but they look cool and you should not end up with burned lips if you are reasonably careful.

For a complete set such as this Japanese Cast Iron Tea Pot Tea Set /Dragon Fly Black, search Amazon for 'iron teapot' or 'Japanese iron teapot'.

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Note: Two years of use caused for much of the inside coating to peel off so, if you want to keep your teapot for much longer and you can't tolerate rust you'll be better off with a ceramic set. The little manual that comes with the set states that a little rust in your tea is okay but... de gustibus.

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Product Description:
Rosseto has long been recognized for its functional and attractive serving products for the home, hotels, and beyond. However, the company takes service in a new direction as it ventures into the Japanese tradition of tea service with the new A Tea Affair collection, featuring teapots such as this 10-ounce model. The teapot not only offers a striking Japanese-style design, durable construction, and top-notch insulation; it also encourages people to ditch those wasteful, individually-packaged teabags by adopting the greener and ancient practice of steeping loose tea leaves in a reusable straining basket. The result is an environmentally friendly tea-drinking experience with richer flavor.
Built for individual service, the teapot benefits from a sturdy cast-iron exterior and an interior of nonporous, corrosion-resistant stainless steel. This combo ensures steaming tea for hours. A stainless-steel mesh straining basket nests inside and removes for cleaning. The striking design of the teapot compliments its smart construction. Tiny raised dots surround the teapot's upper basin to give the all-black teapot texture and style. The teapot lid also features raised dots around its perimeter, containing a more subtle bas-relief pattern that circles the somewhat cylindrical knob. A slender but strong handle allows one to carry the pot and pour tea with ease through the unadorned spout. In the 10-ounce size, Rosseto created a variety of teapot designs, as well as several color options such as red-orange, olive green, and turquoise. Additional pieces in this collection include a 16-ounce teapot and a trio of 18.6-ounce teapots. Handwash the teapot and strainer with a mild detergent. Covered by a 30-day warranty for construction defects, the 5-by-5-by-3-inch teapot weighs 1 pound upon shipping.

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