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First the good: This teapot is absolutely gorgeous. Nice size for one, although its 20 oz capacity means that I have to rethink my usual dose of tea (I'm used to making tea in 16 oz increments and now will have to recalculate how many leaves to use).
And I love being able to watch the tea change color as it brews. Will be even more fun should I ever decide to indulge in a tea blossom.
Now the less good:
1) Seems fragile, but then, you know, glass and all. Seems like it would be. Hard to fault it for that.
2) Infuser lets leaves through into the main pot, so even after taking the infuser out to pour you will either have to deal with a few leaves in your tea or pour through a mesh sieve to catch the leaves (I used an old, fairly large tea ball that I had languishing in a drawer from my pre-tea pot days). The glass infuser is far prettier than a mesh one would be, so the trade off here is appearance vs. function. I am satisfied with my workaround, but wanted others to know, in case a few leaves in the pot/cup/using a mesh sieve when pouring would be a bother for them.
3) Plus, glass by its nature doesn't keep things warm. Which means that my cup of white tea was the perfect temperature for drinking immediately on pouring. This is great for me, but if you don't want to drink the tea right away, you'll need to pour it into something that will keep it hot for a while rather than leave it in the pot.
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I received this teapot a week ago, after buying another one and then returning it because the top didn't fit. This one is nice to look at and has some nifty ergonomic features. If you look at the handle, you see a mysterious indentation in the shape. As soon as I lifted the pot, I discovered this bend nestles securely with the bottom of my hand, helping prevent if from slipping. Also, the inside of the handle has slight ridges that are comfortable and also help easily maintain a secure grip. The ball at the top of the lid is shaped to make gripping it feel secure. Oh, did I mention how pretty the thing is?The product says it is microwave safe, and I've been using it in the microwave. Although the glass is not as thick and heavy as that of some brands, I think it is durable. I'll post an update if this turns out not to be the case.
As other people have noted, the infuser has narrow slots cut into the glass. They have to be narrow to keep the tea leaves within the infuser, making it prone to being clogged with tea leaves and debris. It is easy enough to use dental floss to clear out the slots. For me, it is easier to just let the loose tea settle to the bottom of the pot and not use the infuser at all. I did use it once, and it worked fine.
Typically, the inside of a teapot gathers stain over time, which can easily be cleaned by boiling some water in it, and then adding some dishwashing detergent. Then drain and wipe the inside with a cloth. If you use a microwave, boil the water first, before adding the detergent, to avoid having it boil over.
Usually the outside and top don't need as much cleaning, but there are some difficulties. Where the top of the handle joins the pot the clearance is narrow, and so probably a challenge to clean there if it is ever needed. Also the lip of the top is flat, so moisture doesn't drain easily. If you turn it upside down, the moisture collects at the sharply angled juncture of the lip, so it doesn't evaporate easily. You can turn it upside down in a cup, so the moisture collects in the center, where it evaporates quickly or can be blotted away.
I am so delighted with this cute little teapot!
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I just ordered this teapot and received it very quickly. It is gorgeous. I ordered it because I love clear glass teapots and had ordered the Juliet from Tea Beyond (through Amazon) and seen the quality of the product. This company makes very special teaware. This is absolutely perfect for 2 cups of tea. It is very comfortable to lift and to pour. This is a perfect gift to treat yourself or for anyone who loves to brew tea, especially loose leaf or flowering tea. I have ordered a number of clear glass teapots from various companies and nothing compares with the quality and unique design of the teapots I have purchased from Tea Beyond. I will definately keep looking for new products from this company.Honest reviews on Tea Beyond GTP2005 Heat Resistant Glass Teapot Fairy, 20-Ounce
This little teapot is beautiful to behold. My problem with it is that I broken the lid of my first teapot the second month. Then I ordered another duplicate teapot and five months later broke the lid of this second pot. I am going to try another more durable glass teapot. I can not afford to buy any more, only to have another lid break. Judy A.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Tea Beyond GTP2005 Heat Resistant Glass Teapot Fairy, 20-Ounce
The first thing i noticed was that the glass was very thin. A week after I bought this teapot the handle cracked off and it was no longer useableEDIT... After I made this review they offered me a free replacement and I accepted. Soon I received it and I have yet to have any issues.
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