Whether you’re a fan of herbal teas or fresh-brewed matcha lattes, a cast iron tea pot is the refined, classic way to sip your favorites. And the benefits of cast iron for brewing tea are seemingly endless.
Iron both distributes and retains heat more evenly than other materials like stainless steel. It also very gradually leaches—and is considered by some medical experts to be beneficial to the diet. The microscopic levels of iron that are released by heating are enough to meet a portion of our daily iron requirements. Impressive, right?
Best cast iron tea pot 2024
- Best overall: Velaze Cast Iron Tea Pot with Trivet and Cups
- Best budget: Juvale Green Iron Tea Pot
- Best Japanese cast iron tea pot: Sukiya Japanese Cast Iron Tea Pot
- Best for large brews: Sotya 40-Ounce Tea Pot
- Best design: Top Tier Geometric Tea Pot with Infuser
Best overall
Velaze Cast Iron Tea Pot with Trivet and Cups
This impressive and handsome cast iron tea set offers tremendous quality. The cast iron construction absorbs and distributes heat evenly while regulating temperature far longer than steel or ceramic. We love the authentic, classic Japanese design and texturing.
The pot itself holds 23 fluid ounces. It comes with a heat-resistant trivet to protect your tables and counterops and two matching drinking vessels to complete the experience. An easy-to-clean stainless steel tea infuser is also included in the set.
Pros
- Excellent price (under $40)
- Superior heat retention and distribution
- Comes with 2 drinking vessels
- Included stainless steel tea strainer for loose leaf varieties
Cons
- 23-ounce capacity may be too small for more than 2 people at a time
Best budget
Juvale Green Iron Tea Pot
The handsome green and gold designs on this timeless cast iron teapot make it an easy choice. We really love the affordable under-$26 price point, though. It includes a mesh stainless steel tea straining insert that makes using your favorite loose leaf teas and fruit infusions easier than ever.
Pros
- Extremely affordable (under $26)
- Impressive 34-ounce capacity
- Gorgeous decorative design
- Included stainless steel tea strainer
Cons
- Limited color/design selection
Best Japanese cast iron tea pot
Sukiya Japanese Cast Iron Tea Pot
Classic cast iron in a traditional Japanese design makes this tea pot a matcha lover’s dream come true. It’s stovetop safe, coated with a brilliant ceramic interior and promises to hold up for years without worry. Choose from 22, 30 and 60 ounce capacities.
Pros
- High quality cast iron
- Ergonomic handle
- Ceramic coated interior
- Stovetop safe
- 22, 30 and 60-ounce capacity options
- Affordable price point
Cons
- Wrapped handle requires more delicate washing
Best for large brews
Sotya 40-Ounce Tea Pot
Delicate detailing and a large 40-ounce barrel make this cast iron pot an excellent choice for groups and all-day tea sippers. It comes with a mesh infuser for loose leaf tea, works nicely with standard tea bags and tea powders and is safe for standard stove tops.
We love the enamel interior, comfortable handle and affordable price point. And yes, this makes an absolutely brilliant office gift.
Pros
- Larger capacity size holds up to 40 fluid ounces
- Includes a mesh tea strainer for loose leaf tea (also works with tea bags and powders)
- Evenly distributes heat
- Stove-safe
- Ceramic coated interior
Cons
- Must wash carefully not to damage the handle
Best design
Top Tier Geometric Tea Pot with Infuser
The eye-popping geometric design of this showstopping cast iron teapot sets it apart from the pack. It’s meant to be brought out at special occasions and after dinner, because the large 40-ounce capacity easily serves between 3 and 6 small cups of tea at a time.
It’s also stove-safe. Choose from loads of gorgeous colors like soft baby pink, light blue and classic black.
Pros
- Eye-catching geometric design
- High-quality cast iron construction
- 40-ounce capacity
- Ergonomic handle
Cons
- A bit more expensive than other tea pots on our list, but worth every penny
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