Ume Teapot - 0,5 L

An elegant cast iron teapot from a traditional Japanese foundry

The Ume teapot is born of the craftsmanship of the Oigen foundry, whose traditional production in Japan dates back to 1862. With the help of a finely sculpted mould, its walls are decorated with slender branches of plum blossom — the source of its name.

In Japan, the plum blossom — ume — heralds the arrival of spring, under the sign of elegance and tranquillity. Enjoying tea from the Ume teapot then becomes an invitation to relaxation and contemplation.

With a capacity of 0.5 litres, the Ume teapot is fitted with a stainless steel filter and is enamelled inside, making it suitable for brewing all types of tea.

A unique and original gift that, with time, will take on a patina of incomparable beauty.

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Cast iron is an iron-based alloy that, before being treated, is black in colour. Through various processes, its surface can be coloured with a wide range of pigments. Over time these pigments may fade slightly, and your teapot will acquire a beautiful patinated hue. To limit the effects of this natural patina, avoid any contact between your teapot and detergents, oily substances, salt, damp environments, direct heat sources, or abrasive surfaces.

Traditionally, the Japanese let their teapots rust — a practice that poses no risk to health and even adds an extra source of iron to the diet. However, most models imported to Western countries are varnished to prevent this kind of oxidation. The inside of your teapot is therefore protected by a food-safe varnish that seals the porous metal and prevents it from becoming tainted. With time, successive deposits of tannins may form a thin black layer that in no way alters the taste of your tea. This layer will flake off on its own if you let your teapot dry, without its lid, in a well-aired place for a few days.

By following this advice, you will keep this teapot in the best condition and it will become a personal companion that lasts a lifetime.