Electric Tea Kettles & Electric Kettles

There are several advantages in using an electric tea kettle rather than a regular conventional stove top kettle. First, the tea kettle is more convenient, as they are specifically designed for heating water, making them more efficient than stove top kettles with water heating up 2 to 3 times faster. Also, the energy used by the electric Jug kettle is focused directly on heating on the water, rather than having energy wasted on heat that would escape from not being in contact with the kettle.

A stove top kettle is highly portable, and easily fits into any luggage. Also, they are usually designed to shut down automatically after the water reaches a given temperature, which is called automatic, shut-off. This avoids problems of rushing to close the stove when forgetting about water you are boiling, which in turn removes the problem of boiling dry and destroying the kettle completely.

The electric kettle gives high energy savings, making it able to recuperate the initial investment with the electricity saved compared to regular stove top kettles. Over-boiled water tends to lose its flavor, and the jug kettle heats the water just enough for the taste to have its maximum potential. The insulation of the apparatus also removes the need of re-boiling the water after leaving it at rest for a given time.

An electric kettle is the most convenient way to heat water for home and office use. It makes hot beverages like tea fast and easy to prepare. When compared to water heated in a microwave, tea tastes much better when made with freshly boiled water. All these kettles switch off automatically when the water boils, which is a big advantage over the stove top kettles which whistle until you turn them off. Most of current kettles are using a cordless design. The power cord is attached to the base, and the kettle can be lifted off for more convenient filling and serving. Most customers prefer this type of electric kettles.

Electric kettles are the fastest to heat, and provide convenience and beauty. Water kettles are meant to heat up water. Important elements to consider might include: what is the capacity of the kettle, how efficient is the kettle, is the handle comfortable to hold, is it easy to pour in and out water, is it a whistle kettle or not, is it maintenance free or does it need care?

The sizes shown on the kettle are the manufacturer's claim of the total capacity up to the brim, not necessarily of the quantity of water that is safe to boil in them. It is generally safest to fill only to the bottom of the spout opening, so that boiling water does not spit out of the spout, whether or not the spout is covered. You can safely fill a little higher in kettles with wider, longer spouts. Look for the recommended fill level in the descriptions of the kettles which is marked with lines on the kettle body.

Different Types of Jug or Tea Kettles

Modern stainless steel electric kettles are reliable, durable and can boil water quickly. These contemporary designs make all of the kettles easy to use and are an attractive addition to any kitchen. You can use it to make tea, instant coffee and hot chocolate. All tea experts and connoisseurs agree that the best tea is made by boiling the fresh water using a kettle, and then making the tea in a teapot. Or use it for instant snacks and foods such as noodles, soups or oatmeal. It is also used to pre-boil water for cooking potatoes, vegetables and all types of pastas in stovetop saucepans and skillets - it makes meal preparation so much easier. 

The cordless jug kettle receives its power from a separate base. When the water is boiled, simply lift it from the base and carry it anywhere for serving. Even when full of hot water, the jug kettle's stay-cool design allows it to be placed on counter tops without risk of heat damage. The kettle automatically switches off after reaching boiling point - every time. It also features a safety thermostat which cuts the power if the kettle is accidentally switched on without water.

Before you buy, think about the water quantity you usually heat for your family or office. Do not forget to look for kettle with features of automatic shut-off, double boil-dry safety shut-off and lid-lock features that would guarantee safe use.

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