The cast iron teapot, also known as Tetsubin in Japan, is a classical Japanese teapot made from sturdy iron with enamel coating on the interior to prevent rusting.
The Cast Iron Teapot or Tetsubin was a way of showing off your status in Japan
This Cast Iron Teapot with Bamboo, Pine, Plum Blossom design as the Three Winter Friends, symbolizes perfect virtues, balance of grace and strength
* Pattern: Bamboo, Pine, Plum Blossom
* Capacity: 18 fl.oz.
* Color: Black
* Removable Stainless Steel Tea Strainer Included
* Enamel Coated interior to prevent rusting
Serving your Tea:
* Although in the olden days the tetsubin was heated above an open flame, Never heat your tetsubin over a stovetop exposed flame
* Heat the water in a separate conventional stainless steel kettle and use your tetsubin for brewing and serving only.
* Place tea in the stainless infuser
* Adjust according to tea variety and preferred taste
* Pour hot water into the teapot, cover and allow to brew for 3 to 5 minutes.
* Remove infuser and tea leaves and serve
* Tea Leaves maybe used again depending on the quality of the tea
Detail Care Instructions are enclosed with each teapot
MPN: TB3/06
UPC: 6939429071268