The Bottom Line
A tea kettle that allows you to heat water to a temperature of your choosing, if you need water that is a little cooler than boiling.
Pros
- Excellent idea
- Heats water quickly
- Stylish looking
Cons
- Could use clearer controls
Description
- Made by Adagio Teas
- 30 oz capacity
- Black and chrome design
- Carafe is removable from base
Guide Review - UtiliTEA Kettle
A perfect idea for tea-lovers. If you are a fan of green or white tea, you know that the water should be at a lower temperature than for black tea. Now you can heat your water to the temperature you need without trying to figure out when your kettle is close to boiling. You can set the kettle for a pre-boil temperature or let it boil just like a normal kettle.The dial doesn't allow for specific temperature settings, but rather a range that ideal for low-temperature teas like green or white. The controls could be a little clearer and it's not obvious where to turn the dial when you do want a full boil. With a little experimenting, it doesn't take long to establish where to set the kettle for that perfect temperature for your more delicate teas. I found that the kettle heated up very quickly and held it's temperature without reaching the boiling point. My green teas have a brighter flavour and I don't have to sit and stare at the water anymore.
Updated and Improved
The UtiliTEA kettle has been improved and there are some great changes. The variable temperature controls are the same, allowing for lower temperature heating but are now more clearly marked with ranges for green and black teas. There is now a flip-top lid button for easier use as well as a very handy water level gauge on the side. The overall look is sleeker and the finish is now a brushed nickel.