Toscana Cast Iron Kettle

1.0 L Light Blue

CHF 129.00

Toscana Cast Iron Kettle

Holds heat · pure enamel path · loose-leaf ready

CHF 129.00

Tea, gone tepid too fast.

You pour the second cup and it is already going lukewarm, the leaves barely opened before the heat slipped away.

Thin kettles surrender their heat the moment you set them down, so the pot you steeped with care turns flat halfway through. Cast iron answers that with mass. Three and a quarter pounds of pig iron under an enamel lining absorb the heat and give it back slowly, so the last cup still pours hot. The enamel interior never leaches into the brew, the built-in stainless strainer holds your loose leaf, and the folding bail handle stays clear of the body. Mornings become unhurried, one steady pot from the first cup to the last.

Heavy enough to keep the heat. Honest enough to keep the taste.

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Specifications

Body material Cast iron (pig iron)

Interior coating Enamel

Capacity 34 fl oz (1 L)

Dimensions H 6.3 in × W 6.9 in (pot body 3.1 in, base Ø 3.3 in, mouth Ø 3.3 in)

Weight About 3.2 lb (1.4 kg)

Filter Built-in stainless steel strainer

Handle Folding overhead bail

Heat source compatibility Gas, induction, electric ceramic, open flame, charcoal

Surface texture Gold-flecked diamond pattern on body and lid

Finish Deep Blue, White

Craftsmanship Over 70 traditional handworked steps

In the box Kettle with lid and strainer · 1

Care & maintenance

Cast iron is nearly indestructible, the enamel interior is less forgiving. Treat it like porcelain.

Hand wash only: Warm water, mild soap, soft sponge. The enamel chips if you drop it or scrub with steel wool.
Dry completely: Moisture trapped under the lid corrodes the iron from inside. Disassemble after every use, wipe both halves dry.
Low to medium heat: Cast iron heats slowly and holds heat long. High flames overheat the enamel and can crack the coating.
Avoid thermal shock: Never pour cold water into a hot kettle or set a hot kettle on a cold surface, the enamel will crack.

Frequently asked

Can I brew tea directly in the kettle?

Yes. The built-in stainless steel strainer sits at the spout and holds back the leaves as you pour. Drop loose tea in the kettle, add water, bring to temperature, pour clean.

Does it keep the brew hot?

That is the whole point of cast iron. The heavy walls soak up heat and release it slowly, so a full pot stays warm at the table long after it leaves the burner. The folding bail handle stays cool enough to lift and pour.

Does it whistle?

No. Cast iron kettles do not whistle, watch the steam or use a timer. The trade-off is better heat retention and a cleaner aesthetic.

Why enamel on the inside?

Bare cast iron rusts when it holds water for more than a few minutes. The enamel lining seals the interior, prevents corrosion, and does not leach a metallic taste into the tea. It also cleans easier than raw iron.

Can I use it on induction?

Yes. The flat cast iron base works on induction, and on gas, electric ceramic, open flame and charcoal too. Keep it to medium power, induction heats fast, cast iron holds heat, high power is unnecessary and can damage the enamel.

Which color should I pick?

Deep blue is rich and earthy with gold catching the raised diamonds, a warm look on a wood or dark counter. White is brighter and more modern, with the same gold relief. The enamel interior, the strainer and the pour are identical, only the shelf appearance differs.