The best stovetop tea kettle should be both functional and beautiful since it will most likely find its permanent home on your stovetop. The best stovetop tea kettles on our list function on a variety of stovetop surfaces have high user ratings across the board, and of course, are a stylish addition to your kitchen.
This adorable enamel tea kettle from Circulon comes in 6 bright, cheery colors to match just about any kitchen décor. Its large capacity, heat-safe handle, and quick heating ability make this kettle a great choice. But the Circulon made our list of the best stovetop tea kettles because it’s suitable for use on any stovetop you can think of, including induction, electric range coil, gas, ceramic, and even halogen. There are very few drawbacks to this kettle, but there have been some reports of rusting.
We found Forest’s exquisitely simple gray and a wood-toned tea kettle to be one of the best stovetop tea kettles for adding a touch of beauty to any kitchen. Its small size makes it the perfect tea kettle for two and allows for quick heating. The wooden handle is ergonomic and heat-safe. We loved this petite, unique, and rustic kettle.
Tea is a favorite beverage for many people across the globe and having a great tea kettle can make drinking your tea even more enjoyable. In fact, some people love tea kettles so much that they even have a tea kettle collection. We reviewed the top-rated tea kettles for you, listed the best features of each and determined what makes them top rated. With this information, you will be able to easily sort through the many styles available to find the perfect tea kettle and get on with enjoying your tea! Also, be sure to look at our buyer’s guide below that will give you heaps of additional information on tea kettles so you can know what to look for when starting your research.
Hot tea has been around for centuries as a favored beverage. Nowadays it is enjoyed by many as a way to unwind after a long day and is also a great drink for someone who isn’t feeling well. It is even a major part of European tradition as they enjoy their daily, afternoon tea time. Continue reading below to learn about some great tea kettles and see which styles appeal to you.
Our best-reviewed stovetop tea kettle, the Medelco 12-Cup Glass Stovetop Whistling Kettle (Est. $10), is made of thermal-shock-resistant borosilicate glass, the same material you'll find in glass ovenware -- in fact, it looks just like the coffee carafe you'd expect to see in a diner, but it's safe to use on the stove. Users love being able to see what's going on inside the kettle (or when it's time for a good vinegar cleaning to remove mineral deposits from your water), and you can use the Medelco kettle on most stove type (it won't work on induction stoves), although if you're using an electric coil range you must put the included metal heat diffuser between the burner and the kettle.
Users say that water boiled in this glass kettle tastes clean and clear, with no off tastes; and, since it's not made of metal, there's no chance of it rusting. The only things some owners don't like are that you have to take the lid off completely in order to pour, and make sure you remove the plastic lid before you pour boiling water; otherwise, it can melt. The directions suggest that you should only use this kettle up to medium heat, which means it heats slower than metal kettles. However, we don't think that's a deal breaker because, if you actually read the directions, quite a few stovetop kettles tell you to moderate the heat levels. Also, you should be aware that if you use this kettle over a too-large burner, the handle will get warm; position it on a smaller burner with the handle outside the burner's radius, and it'll be fine.
Overall, users are thrilled with the novelty and good looks of this glass tea kettle, not to mention that it only costs about $10. The whistle is pleasant -- one user calls it "breathy" -- but not very loud, so you'll want to stay in the same room with this kettle. We also found quite a few users saying that they love this kettle so much, they were quick to replace it if they dropped one or accidentally set it on a cold countertop (which can crack the glass if it's coming off a hot burner).
For another classic take on the stovetop tea kettle, consider the OXO Good Grips Classic Tea Kettle (Est. $40). This classic, the wide-bottom design is sturdy and heats up quickly, with a hinged handle that can be flipped to the side for storage or to fill the kettle, but stands upright while the kettle's on the stove. Users really appreciate the silicone touch-points on the spout lid and handle to protect you from heat, and they say the whistle is soft enough not to wake late sleepers (although in our experience, that means you have to stay in the same room as the kettle). The spout pours easily and doesn't dribble -- a real high point for a lot of users.
This adorable enamel tea kettle from Circulon comes in 6 bright, cheery colors to match just about any kitchen décor. Its large capacity, heat-safe handle, and quick heating ability make this kettle a great choice. But the Circulon made our list of the best stovetop tea kettles because it’s suitable for use on any stovetop you can think of, including induction, electric range coil, gas, ceramic, and even halogen. There are very few drawbacks to this kettle, but there have been some reports of rusting.
We found Forest’s exquisitely simple gray and a wood-toned tea kettle to be one of the best stovetop tea kettles for adding a touch of beauty to any kitchen. Its small size makes it the perfect tea kettle for two and allows for quick heating. The wooden handle is ergonomic and heat-safe. We loved this petite, unique, and rustic kettle.
Tea is a favorite beverage for many people across the globe and having a great tea kettle can make drinking your tea even more enjoyable. In fact, some people love tea kettles so much that they even have a tea kettle collection. We reviewed the top-rated tea kettles for you, listed the best features of each and determined what makes them top rated. With this information, you will be able to easily sort through the many styles available to find the perfect tea kettle and get on with enjoying your tea! Also, be sure to look at our buyer’s guide below that will give you heaps of additional information on tea kettles so you can know what to look for when starting your research.
Hot tea has been around for centuries as a favored beverage. Nowadays it is enjoyed by many as a way to unwind after a long day and is also a great drink for someone who isn’t feeling well. It is even a major part of European tradition as they enjoy their daily, afternoon tea time. Continue reading below to learn about some great tea kettles and see which styles appeal to you.
Our best-reviewed stovetop tea kettle, the Medelco 12-Cup Glass Stovetop Whistling Kettle (Est. $10), is made of thermal-shock-resistant borosilicate glass, the same material you'll find in glass ovenware -- in fact, it looks just like the coffee carafe you'd expect to see in a diner, but it's safe to use on the stove. Users love being able to see what's going on inside the kettle (or when it's time for a good vinegar cleaning to remove mineral deposits from your water), and you can use the Medelco kettle on most stove type (it won't work on induction stoves), although if you're using an electric coil range you must put the included metal heat diffuser between the burner and the kettle.
Users say that water boiled in this glass kettle tastes clean and clear, with no off tastes; and, since it's not made of metal, there's no chance of it rusting. The only things some owners don't like are that you have to take the lid off completely in order to pour, and make sure you remove the plastic lid before you pour boiling water; otherwise, it can melt. The directions suggest that you should only use this kettle up to medium heat, which means it heats slower than metal kettles. However, we don't think that's a deal breaker because, if you actually read the directions, quite a few stovetop kettles tell you to moderate the heat levels. Also, you should be aware that if you use this kettle over a too-large burner, the handle will get warm; position it on a smaller burner with the handle outside the burner's radius, and it'll be fine.
Overall, users are thrilled with the novelty and good looks of this glass tea kettle, not to mention that it only costs about $10. The whistle is pleasant -- one user calls it "breathy" -- but not very loud, so you'll want to stay in the same room with this kettle. We also found quite a few users saying that they love this kettle so much, they were quick to replace it if they dropped one or accidentally set it on a cold countertop (which can crack the glass if it's coming off a hot burner).
For another classic take on the stovetop tea kettle, consider the OXO Good Grips Classic Tea Kettle (Est. $40). This classic, the wide-bottom design is sturdy and heats up quickly, with a hinged handle that can be flipped to the side for storage or to fill the kettle, but stands upright while the kettle's on the stove. Users really appreciate the silicone touch-points on the spout lid and handle to protect you from heat, and they say the whistle is soft enough not to wake late sleepers (although in our experience, that means you have to stay in the same room as the kettle). The spout pours easily and doesn't dribble -- a real high point for a lot of users.
