Teapot Warmer
The Teapot Warmer is a classic addition to any tea service set. It has a classical feel and a very elegant look. A proper teapot warmer heats the tea to the perfect level without cooking or burning the tea. It simply does as the name implies, warms the tea in the pot.
The teapot warmer uses a small candle to heat the tea, this is really the original use of the tea light. The original tea light is a small little candle that is about one half inch high and one inch in diameter. The light is placed in the bottom of the teapot warmer and the teapot is placed on top. The candle warms the tea to the perfect temperature. There are some teapot warmers that use electricity for the warming of the tea, but the candle method lends itself to creating a sense of history and formality to any table setting.
A teapot warmer can be purchased from as low as a few dollars and up to thousands of dollars for one made of pure silver and made by a famous designer. Some teapot warmers are as simple as a small metal stand, or as intricate as ornate iron, silver, or pure crystal. The teapot warmer is one item that can be purchased and used by anyone that loves tea. The affordability for this elegant addition is a fine detail that you do not want to miss when giving any tea party or even informal meeting where tea is served.
The main problem with a tea pot warmer is that if it is not set at the proper level it is possible that you will over cook the tea and cause a change in the taste. But a properly set teapot warmer should keep tea warm for hours without changing the taste in any appreciable manner. Be certain to follow the directions and guidelines that come with your specific teapot warmer.
Another popular way of keeping the teapot warm is a by using a tea cozy. These are made of an insulating material, such as wool or the same quilted material you see with oven mitts, and fit snuggly over the teapot, and help keep the tea warm. They come in many different varieties, from the simple design to the humorous, and can make a great gift for any tea lover.
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